Electrician - PDI

Komatsu Australia; Fairfield; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Parental leave

Income protection

Career development

Health benefits

Travel discounts

Yearly bonus

Referral program

Job summary

Komatsu Australia is seeking a qualified Electrician to join our PDI team, preparing new machines for delivery to customers.

You will perform electrical assembly, install customer‑specific options, test equipment, and troubleshoot issues while following installation guides and Safe Work Procedures. You’ll work to production schedules and maintain a high standard of workmanship in a hands‑on role.

Qualifications

• Relevant Electrical Trade Qualification and a full driver's licence.
• Strong troubleshooting and communication skills.
• Experience with utility, construction or mining machinery preferred.

Responsibilities

• Electrical work as part of new machine assembly and fit-out.
• Install customer-specific options and accessories.
• Test equipment and troubleshoot electrical issues.
• Follow installation guides and Safe Work Procedures.
• Work to production schedules while maintaining workmanship.

Skills

Electrical trade qualification

Fault finding

Safety compliance

Teamwork

Basic computer skills

Job description

At Komatsu Australia you’ll be part of an inclusive culture where all our people thrive, reflected in our purpose: creating value together. We encourage people with diverse backgrounds to apply for this role.

Komatsu is looking for a qualified Electrician to join our PDI team, working hands‑on with new Komatsu equipment before it heads out to customers.

What will you be doing?

You’ll be part of the team responsible for getting new Komatsu machines ready for work.

Your day will involve:

• Completing electrical work as part of new machine assembly and fit‑out.
• Installing customer‑specific options and accessories.
• Testing equipment and troubleshooting electrical issues.
• Following installation guides and Safe Work Procedures.
• Working to production schedules while maintaining a high standard of workmanship.
• Identifying opportunities to improve the way work is completed.
• Working closely with Leading Hands, Team Leads and Planners to keep builds on track.
• Completing job documentation accurately and on time.

Roster

Monday to Friday, 6:30am to 3pm with O/T Available and possible afternoon shift.

Rate

$46.61 - $54.86 per hour – depending of experience

What We Are Looking For

You’ll need a relevant Electrical Trade Qualification and full driver’s licence, along with strong troubleshooting and communication skills.

Ideally, you’ll have previous exposure to utility, construction or mining machinery, but we’re also interested in hearing from electricians with strong transferable experience who are keen to build their knowledge of heavy equipment.

You’ll be someone who

• Takes pride in producing quality work.
• Has excellent fault‑finding and troubleshooting skills.
• Is safety focused and follows procedures.
• Enjoys working as part of a team.
• Can work accurately to deadlines and production targets.
• Has basic computer skills.
• Is willing to obtain additional licences such as Forklift or Overhead Gantry where required.
• Is willing to complete a pre‑employment medical and participate in random drug testing.

Why work for us!

• Families Policy: 16 weeks of paid primary carer parental leave, 4 weeks of secondary carer leave, plus many more family friendly benefits.
• Financial: Income Protection Insurance provided through our company superannuation fund.
• Career: Recognition, awards, flexibility, further education studies and internal career development.
• Health: Corporate discount with Bupa, Total Wellbeing Solution with Telus Health.
• Travel: Discounts with Avis, Qantas, Crown, IHG and travel agents.
• Yearly Bonus: Potential to receive a yearly bonus.
• Referral Program: $3000 referral payment for referring a successful new employee to Komatsu.

Komatsu offers a zero-harm culture in the workplace and competitive remuneration package. We employ people with different skills, abilities, cultural backgrounds, experiences, preferences, ethnicities and from different generations. Komatsu is committed to a workplace where women can thrive.