Diesel Technician - Field Service

Penske Australia & New Zealand; Canberra; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Onsite parking

Accredited Training & Development

Safety and leadership training

Competitive remuneration

Employee referral program

Employee assistance program

Family friendly benefits incl. paidPar

Penske Perks: retailer discounts

Job summary

Penske Australia & New Zealand is seeking a Diesel Technician in the ACT region to join our Off Highway Service team. You will work in field service with a focus on power generation, marine, rail and industrial equipment, gaining training to become a technical specialist.

Based in The ACT and reporting to our Sydney Branch, you will build strong relationships with customers and internal stakeholders while delivering hands-on maintenance and service in dynamic, field-based environments.

Qualifications

• Trade qualification as a Diesel Mechanic/Diesel Fitter with experience in heavy vehicle, plant, marine or power generation equipment.
• Strong in maintenance, service and repair of heavy duty diesel engines.
• Knowledge/experience in MTU, Deutz, Mercedes Benz, Detroit Diesel, Cummins and Allison Transmission products is advantageous.
• Practical working knowledge of machinery, tools and equipment.
• Ability to work independently and build strong working relationships.
• Commitment to safe work practices.

Responsibilities

• Perform field service on diesel equipment in the ACT region as part of the Off Highway Service team.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with high-end customers and internal stakeholders.
• Travel to customer sites as required and report to the Sydney Branch.

Skills

Diesel engine maintenance

Heavy vehicle experience

MTU/Deutz engines

Allison transmission knowledge

Independent worker

Safety compliance

Education

Diesel trade qualification

Tools

Machinery & workshop tools

Job description

Your New Opportunity

A fantastic full time, permanent role has come up for a Diesel Technician to join our Off Highway Service team. You’ll be based in The ACT as a Field Service Technician, with a focus on power generation, marine, rail and industrial! No two days will be the same and you’ll receive all the training you need to become a technical specialist.

You’ll be comfortable working on your own, while our off-highway team is robust, and well supported, this position reports into our Sydney Branch, so you’ll be the face of Penske in the ACT. In this unique role, you’ll be hands on in field service, but also establish and maintain strong working relationships with a wide range of high end customers, and internal stakeholders alike.

About You

• Trade qualification as a Diesel Mechanic/Diesel Fitter with experience in heavy vehicle, plant, marine or power generation equipment.
• Strong in maintenance, service and repair of heavy duty diesel engines.
• Exhibiting knowledge and experience in mtu, Deutz, Mercedes Benz, Detroit Diesel, Cummins and Allison Transmission products would be highly advantageous.
• Practical working knowledge on the operation of appropriate machinery, tools and equipment.
• Easily work independently, and the ability to build strong working relationships.
• A commitment to, and promotion of safe work practices.

Why choose Team Penske?

Benefits

At Penske, we know that it is our people at the heart of our success, and we want to make sure you have everything you need to do a great job. That is why as well as a great work environment, we offer the following benefits:

• Flexible work arrangements that work for the individual and the business
• Onsite parking
• Accredited Training & Development Programs
• Commitment to providing the highest levels of safety, technical and leadership training
• Competitive Remuneration
• Reward and Recognition Programs
• Employee Referral Program - generous employee referral fees.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Family Friendly Benefits including Paid Parental Leave
• Penske Perks: save $1000's with access to discounts from your favourite retailers

About Penske In Australia & New Zealand

Iconic in motorsport and in business, the Penske brand is proudly represented in Australia and New Zealand through businesses, including Penske Australia & New Zealand, Penske Truck Leasing, Penske Automotive Australia.

Penske Australia & New Zealand is a leading supplier of the world’s finest heavy-duty trucks, diesel engines, gas engines, and power systems. We proudly distributes the Western Star Trucks, MAN Truck & Bus, Dennis Eagle, mtu, Bergen Engines, Detroit, Allison Transmission, and Sauer Compressors brands. And we operate across the most dynamic markets, including commercial vehicles, mining, energy solutions, defence, rail, marine, construction and industrial, oil and gas, and agriculture.

And through Penske Truck Leasing, we offer convenient and professional truck rental and leasing services.

We value and embrace diversity, equity, and inclusion in everything we do. If you're passionate about working for us, we encourage you to apply even if you don't meet all the selection criteria. We also encourage applications from those who are Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander, veterans, with disability, and those who are culturally and linguistically diverse. Require reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process? Please let us know.

Penske Australia and Penske New Zealand are 100% subsidiaries of Penske Automotive Group, a Fortune 500 company that is listed on the New York Stock Exchange. Penske Truck Leasing forms part of Penske Transportation Solutions. Both Penske Automotive Group and Penske Transportation Solutions form part of the global Penske Corporation.