Reliability Maintenance Engineering Intern null

Job Summary

Amazon is a company of builders. A philosophy of ownership carries through everything we do — from the proprietary technologies we create to the new businesses we launch and grow. You’ll find it in every team across our company; from providing Earth’s biggest selection of products to developing ground-breaking software and devices that change entire industries, Amazon embraces invention and progressive thinking. Amazon is continually evolving; it’s a place where motivated employees thrive, and ownership and accountability lead to meaningful results. It’s as simple as this: we pioneer. 

The Reliability Maintenance Engineering (RME) Graduate will have a significant impact on customer experience. The RME Graduate will work with other Engineering Technicians, look at solutions for complex problems, handle multiple projects and daily activities, and meet time lines. 

The RME team are at the heart of Amazon’s mission to be Earth’s most customer-centric company. Together, we create, we build, and we take ownership for what we do—whether we’re developing new technology in-house, launching an Amazon fulfilment centre or delighting our customers by ensuring we deliver packages to their doorsteps. We’re constantly creating the ideas, services and tools that make life easier for millions of customers. 

In this role you will be providing both a reactive and pro-active maintenance service on all operational equipment and facilities infrastructure within the Fulfilment Centre (FC). The role has a direct impact on the site, it’s productivity and operational success. If equipment is not available or performs badly, it minimizes the capacity and throughput of the site. 

Amazon is looking for ambitious, curious and versatile candidates to join our unique world as interns. An Amazon Australia internship will provide you with an unforgettable experience in a fast-paced, dynamic and international environment; it will boost your resume and will provide a superb introduction to our activities.

Key job responsibilities

Amazon is looking for ambitious, curious and versatile candidates to join our unique world as interns. An Amazon Australia internship will provide you with an unforgettable experience in a fast-paced, dynamic and international environment; it will boost your resume and will provide a superb introduction to our activities.

In addition, you will gain exposure to;

• Developing and delivering Preventive Maintenance programs
• Installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting all FC systems including power distribution, automated material handling equipment, conveyance, packaging machines, labelling machines, HVAC and other operational equipment.
• Installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting any of the following: relay logic, ladder diagrams, controls components, sensors & scanners, motor starters, relays, limit switches, proximity sensors, solenoids, servo drives, frequency inverters, linear drives, sorters and encoders
• Working on PLC's and PLC programs, ability to troubleshoot ladder logic, components (CPU back plains, I/O boards, counters, modules, and devices) and communications modules (Ethernet)
• Acting as an ambassador for safety within the team and to promote safe working across the site
• Repairing and maintaining Bus Systems for example profibus, asibus
• Develop and maintain a good working relationship across all levels in the organisation
• Prioritising and manage tasks

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

We want to hire the world’s brightest minds, and offer them an environment in which they can relentlessly improve the experience for our customers. Other requirements include:

• Currently in the penultimate year of your university degree/qualification in Engineering (Mechanical, Mechatronics or Electrical majors) or similar technical discipline
• Interest in hands-on experience
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Problem-solving mindset with proactive issue resolution
• Demonstrated ability to multi-task and prioritize many different projects and workload
• Curiosity and pro-activity, which will allow you to gain greater autonomy in the course of the internship and make the most of your time with us to fully achieve your learning and development goals

Please note: Our internship dates are from late December 2023 – mid/ late February 2024, you will need to be available for those dates to be eligible.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability to work successfully in a fast-moving environment, and to meet tight deadlines and prioritise workload even when faced with conflicting priorities
• Previous work experience – a summer job, internship; if it’s an experience in a related field or business, even better

The Internship Program

We want to you to feel welcomed, included and valued right from the start. We know that your experiences will help us build a better world. So, if you are insatiably curious and always want to learn more, then you’ve come to the right place. You can expect to:

• Define your goals, exceed them, and set new ones.
• Think ahead and put long-term value over short-term wins. We believe in investing in your future.
• To be the best version of yourself – to continuously evolve and improve
• Become excellent at making fast decisions, taking calculated risks and fearlessly chasing excellence.
• Make the impossible, possible.

As an intern you can also expect; 

• Competitive pay
• Impactful project and internship/role deliverables
• Hybrid working
• Networking opportunities with fellow interns
• Internships events such as speaker series, intern panels, Leadership Principles sessions, Amazon writing skills sessions.
• Mentorship and career development

If you’re successful during your internship, you could be considered for a graduate role after finishing your university studies

Note:  Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. For an update on your status, or to confirm your application was submitted successfully, please login to your candidate portal. Please note that we are reviewing a high volume of applications and appreciate your patience.

Applications and Assessment Process: 

All candidates will be invited to complete an online assessment which we encourage you to complete within 5 business days. Your application will then be reviewed for suitability for the role. If successful, you will be invited to attend a phone interview follow by two virtual interviews, focusing on our Leadership Principles. 

If you have a disability and need an adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please email us (anzcampus@amazon.com.au) and put Applicant-Candidate Accommodation Request in the subject line for expedited processing. 

Applications and Assessment Process: Selected candidates will be invited to an online assessment, if successful you’ll attend a virtual interview focusing on our Leadership Principles. 

Have any questions? Please contact us at (anzcampus@amazon.com.au)

Note:  Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. For an update on your status, or to confirm your application was submitted successfully, please login to your candidate portal. Please note that we are reviewing a high volume of applications and appreciate your patience.

Acknowledgement of country

In the spirit of reconciliation Amazon acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respect to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today.