At Thales, we know technology has the ability to make our world more secure, sustainable, and inclusive – and that it’s all driven by human intelligence.
Because it takes human intelligence to build and power the systems and solutions that people depend on every day. So we stay curious and make space for diverse points of view. We share what we know and we challenge what’s possible.
From manufacturing and engineering to cybersecurity and space, we’re driving progress in some of the world’s most important industries – and working together to build a future we can all trust.
Why work for Thales Australia?
1. Extensive variety of plant and equipment – bring your experience and learn new skills
2. Install, maintain, repair and fault-find both old and new equipment
3. All PPE Provided - Uniforms cleaned and kept on-site, on-site parking & subsidised café ; an opportunity to join a thriving social club that gathers for social events throughout the year
4. Complete training and assessments to obtain Cert IV in Electrical Instrumentation
5. Industry specific and professional development courses ran on site and via the employee online training platform
6. Permanent position – potential growth opportunities as we introduce Guided Weapons and Rocket Motor technology
7. Contribute to a facility that play key roles in protecting Australia’s sovereignty
8. Mulwala – Located 3 hours from Melbourne, on Lake Yarrawonga, close to Mount Hotham to ski, on the cusp on picturesque wine regions with a thriving hospitality industry
9. Combination of work rosters on offer
10. Relocation Assistance provided if required
Who are we?
As part of Thales Australia, Australian Munitions is the largest domestic manufacturer of explosive ordnance to the Australian Defence Force, with a successful track record delivering ammunition, propellants, explosives and related services including acid production and industrial waste treatment to Defence and commercial markets.
Role Responsibilities Include
11. Conduct planned maintenance activities, condition monitoring and other preventive tasks to support both production and shutdown schedules
12. Repair, overhaul, fault finding and programming of electrical equipment and control systems
13. Installation, testing and commissioning of new and repaired equipment
14. Utilise computerised maintenance management systems in the management of critical data
How About You?
15. Holding an Australian recognised Electrical qualification and licence
16. Ideally with post trade experience
17. People with industrial experiences are welcomes, however, the desire to learn our equipment will also be highly regarded
Good to Know
You’ll get an email acknowledgement after you’ve applied. Thales strives to provide a personalised experience for all applicants.
A Defence security clearance is required for this role, and hence applicants must be Australian citizens and eligible to obtain and maintain an appropriate clearance. To learn more about clearances please visit –
International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) apply to this role, and hence your nationality may be a factor in determining your suitability for this role.
Prior to offer, you will be asked to complete a pre-employment police and medical check.
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