<div><b style="font-size:18px;">About Us:</b></div><div><br></div><div><span style="font-size:16px;">SunDrive is one of Australia's most exciting start-ups, operating in one of the world's most exciting spaces – renewable energy technology.  </span></div><div><span style="font-size:16px;">We are on a mission to unlock Solar's full potential by revolutionizing how solar cells are made, to unlock new heights of efficiency, cost, and sustainability. </span></div><div><span style="font-size:16px;"> </span></div><div><span style="font-size:16px;">Founded in 2015 by two UNSW roommates (Vince Allen - a PhD student in solar and David Hu – a former investment banker), we have come a long way from the breakthrough made in their garage to producing the world’s most efficient commercial-sized solar cell. </span></div><div><span style="font-size:16px;"> </span></div><div><span style="font-size:16px;">In 2022, we secured $21 million in our Series A funding round and are backed by some of Australia’s top venture capital firms (Blackbird, Main Sequence, Virescent, and Mike Cannon-Brooke’s private investment fund, Grok), tech founders, a former Australian Prime Minister, and the Australian Government. </span></div><div><br></div><div><span style="font-size:16px;">As our new Maintenance Technician, you will join us on a full-time basis and work alongside a strong mechanical engineering team as part of the wider technical delivery team. Reporting to our Head of Mechanical Engineering this role is perfect for a recent graduate or early-stage professional looking to get a start in the exciting renewables space. </span></div><br><br><h3>You will focus on: </h3><ul><li>Keeping our production tools and equipment running smoothly, safely, and reliably.</li><li>Conducting preventative and corrective maintenance to minimise downtime.</li><li>Supporting the installation and commissioning of new equipment.</li><li>Partnering with Engineering and R&amp;D teams to improve mechanical systems and test rigs.</li><li>Maintaining a clean, safe, and compliant work environment.</li><li>Managing inventory of critical spare parts, tools, and consumables.</li><li>Fabrication of parts using 3D printers, CNC and other in-house tools. </li><li>Contributing to the development of Australia’s most advanced solar cell production capability.</li></ul><h3>We would love you to have: </h3><ul><li>Certificate III/IV in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a Mechanical Engineering degree</li><li>A strong mechanical aptitude with hands-on skills in maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair.</li><li>Experience with CNC machines, 3D printing, manual fabrication, and plastic welding.</li><li>A proactive, safety-first mindset and familiarity with WHSE compliance.</li><li>A knack for problem-solving, planning, and prioritising tasks independently.</li><li>Excellent teamwork and communication – you’ll work closely with engineers, operators, and other specialists.</li></ul><br><div><b style="font-size:18px;">Benefits @ SunDrive!</b></div><div><br></div><div>🍝 <b>Free Office Lunch and Snacks</b></div><div>- With hard work comes a hungry team, and our team has access to free snacks, and refreshing drinks throughout the day including free lunch on Wednesdays!</div><div><br></div><div>🧠<b>Employee Assistance Program (EAP)</b></div><div>- Free confidential counseling offered to all employees (full-time, part-time and casual employment) and their immediate family members from the first day of employment with SunDrive</div><div> </div><div>✏️<b>Learning &amp; Development</b></div><div>- AUD $500 per calendar year</div><div> </div><div>🧸<b>Parental Leave</b></div><div>- 13 weeks of leave at full pay for the primary caregiver</div><div>- 6 weeks leave for the secondary caregiver </div><div>- 6 weeks of parental bereavement leave at full pay for both primary and secondary caregivers</div><div> </div><div>🚌<b>Transportation Allowance</b></div><div>- Up to AUD $45 per week for public transport/tolls, 52 weeks per calendar year</div><div><br></div><div><b style="font-size:18px;">Values @ SunDrive!</b></div><div><br></div><div>🌞<b>Shoot for the sun</b></div><div>- We are here to be world class at what we do.</div><div><br></div><div>📢<b>Egos at the door</b></div><div>- Be loud about your mistakes but humble at what you're good at.</div><div> </div><div>🏋🏽<b>Discomfort is a precursor for progress</b></div><div>- We need to get comfortable doing things we've never done before, and to never cease to challenge what's possible: As an industry, a company and as individuals.</div><div> </div><div>🤝<b>Make a commitment, Keep a commitment</b></div><div><b>- </b>We are all counting on each other. Not receiving a reminder is a reminder you can be counted on.</div><div><br></div><div><b style="font-size:18px;">Additional Information</b></div><div><br></div><div>SunDrive Solar Pty Ltd is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity, or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.</div><div><br></div><div>SunDrive is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Please let your recruiter know if you need accommodation at any point during the interview process.</div><div><br></div><div>#LI-Onsite</div>

<p><span class="lt-line-clamp__line">SunDrive is an Australian solar technology company based in South Sydney, Australia. SunDrive is creating</span>&nbsp;<span class="lt-line-clamp__line">unique solutions to reduce the cost of high efficiency solar cells, whilst enhancing their performance and</span>&nbsp;<span class="lt-line-clamp__line lt-line-clamp__line--last">sustainability by utilising more abundant materials.</span></p>

Maintenance Technician

<div><b>About Us:</b></div><div><br></div><div><span>SunDrive is one of Australia's most exciting start-ups, operating in one of the world's most exciting spaces – renewable energy technology. &nbsp;</span></div><div><span>We are on a mission to unlock Solar's full potential by revolutionizing how solar cells are made,&nbsp;to unlock new heights of efficiency, cost, and sustainability.&nbsp;</span></div><div><span>&nbsp;</span></div><div><span>Founded in 2015 by two UNSW roommates (Vince Allen - a PhD student in solar and David Hu – a former investment banker), we have come a long way from the breakthrough made in their garage to producing the world’s most efficient commercial-sized solar cell.&nbsp;</span></div><div><span>&nbsp;</span></div><div><span>In 2022, we secured $21 million in our Series A funding round and are backed by some of Australia’s top venture capital firms (Blackbird, Main Sequence, Virescent, and Mike Cannon-Brooke’s private investment fund, Grok), tech founders, a former Australian Prime Minister, and the Australian Government.&nbsp;</span></div><div><br></div><div><span>As our new Maintenance Technician, you will join us on a full-time basis and work alongside a strong mechanical engineering team as part of the wider technical delivery team. Reporting to our Head of Mechanical Engineering this role is perfect for a recent graduate or early-stage professional looking to get a start in the exciting renewables space. </span></div><br><br><h3>You will focus on: </h3><ul><li>Keeping our production tools and equipment running smoothly, safely, and reliably.</li><li>Conducting preventative and corrective maintenance to minimise downtime.</li><li>Supporting the installation and commissioning of new equipment.</li><li>Partnering with Engineering and R&amp;D teams to improve mechanical systems and test rigs.</li><li>Maintaining a clean, safe, and compliant work environment.</li><li>Managing inventory of critical spare parts, tools, and consumables.</li><li>Fabrication of parts using 3D printers, CNC and other in-house tools. </li><li>Contributing to the development of Australia’s most advanced solar cell production capability.</li></ul><h3>We would love you to have: </h3><ul><li>Certificate III/IV in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a Mechanical Engineering degree</li><li>A strong mechanical aptitude with hands-on skills in maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair.</li><li>Experience with CNC machines, 3D printing, manual fabrication, and plastic welding.</li><li>A proactive, safety-first mindset and familiarity with WHSE compliance.</li><li>A knack for problem-solving, planning, and prioritising tasks independently.</li><li>Excellent teamwork and communication – you’ll work closely with engineers, operators, and other specialists.</li></ul><br><div><b>Benefits @ SunDrive!</b></div><div><br></div><div>🍝&nbsp;<b>Free Office Lunch and Snacks</b></div><div>- With hard work comes a hungry team, and our team has access to free snacks, and refreshing drinks throughout the day including free lunch on Wednesdays!</div><div><br></div><div>🧠<b>Employee Assistance Program (EAP)</b></div><div>- Free confidential counseling offered to all employees (full-time, part-time and casual employment) and their immediate family members from the first day of employment with SunDrive</div><div>&nbsp;</div><div>✏️<b>Learning &amp; Development</b></div><div>- AUD $500 per calendar year</div><div>&nbsp;</div><div>🧸<b>Parental Leave</b></div><div>- 13 weeks of leave at full pay for the primary caregiver</div><div>- 6 weeks leave for the secondary caregiver </div><div>- 6 weeks of parental bereavement leave at full pay for both primary and secondary caregivers</div><div>&nbsp;</div><div>🚌<b>Transportation Allowance</b></div><div>- Up to AUD $45 per week for public transport/tolls, 52 weeks per calendar year</div><div><br></div><div><b>Values @ SunDrive!</b></div><div><br></div><div>🌞<b>Shoot for the sun</b></div><div>- We are here to be world class at what we do.</div><div><br></div><div>📢<b>Egos at the door</b></div><div>- Be loud about your mistakes but humble at what you're good at.</div><div>&nbsp;</div><div>🏋🏽<b>Discomfort is a precursor for progress</b></div><div>- We need to get comfortable doing things we've never done before, and to never cease to challenge what's possible: As an industry, a company and as individuals.</div><div>&nbsp;</div><div>🤝<b>Make a commitment, Keep a commitment</b></div><div><b>-&nbsp;</b>We are all counting on each other. Not receiving a reminder is a reminder you can be counted on.</div><div><br></div><div><b>Additional Information</b></div><div><br></div><div>SunDrive Solar Pty Ltd is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity, or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.</div><div><br></div><div>SunDrive is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Please let your recruiter know if you need accommodation at any point during the interview process.</div><div><br></div><div>#LI-Onsite</div>

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