Field Service (Forklift) Mechanic

Toyota Material Handling; Cairns Regional; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully equipped service vehicle

Latest diagnostic tools

Job security with market leader

Ongoing training and career dev

Supportive team culture

Toyota brand backing

Parental leave program

Company events

Health insurance

Employee assistance program

Employee referral program

Job summary

Toyota Material Handling Australia in Cairns is seeking a Field Service Technician to perform on-site servicing, diagnostics and repairs for Toyota forklifts and material handling equipment. You will travel to customer sites, troubleshoot breakdowns, and carry out routine servicing to keep operations moving.

The role requires hands-on mechanical experience, a customer-first mindset, and the ability to work independently in the field.

Qualifications

• Trade-qualified mechanic with automotive/plant/diesel background.
• Hands-on servicing or repair experience on heavy equipment or forklifts preferred.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a customer-first approach.
• Comfortable working independently in field locations rather than a workshop.

Responsibilities

• Provide on-site servicing, diagnostics and repairs for Toyota forklifts and material handling equipment.
• Troubleshoot breakdowns and perform routine servicing to keep customers moving.
• Manage parts, tools and diagnostic equipment in the field.
• Reflect a safety-first approach and maintain high workmanship standards.

Skills

Trade-qualified mechanic

Field service experience

Diagnosing and repairing forklifts

Customer service mindset

Job description

Join Toyota Material Handling Australia as a Field Service Technician!

At Toyota Material Handling Australia (TMHA), we don’t just move goods – we move industries forward. As Australia’s number one forklift company, we’re looking for hands‑on problem‑solvers who want to work with the best equipment, the best team, and the best brand in the business.

About the Role

Based out of our Cairns Branch, you’ll be out on the road providing on‑site servicing, diagnostics and repairs for Toyota forklifts and material handling equipment. Every day is different – one moment you’ll be troubleshooting a breakdown, the next you’ll be carrying out routine servicing to keep our customers moving.

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

• Fully equipped service vehicle – your mobile workshop.
• Latest diagnostic technology & tools – work smarter, not harder.
• Job security with Australia’s market leader.
• Ongoing training & career development – we’ll invest in your future.
• Supportive team culture – backed by the strength of the Toyota brand.

What We’re Looking For

• Trade‑qualified mechanic (automotive, plant, diesel or similar).
• Hands‑on experience with servicing or repairs (forklift or heavy equipment a bonus, but not essential).
• Drivers Licence
• Strong problem‑solving skills and a customer‑first mindset.
• Someone who thrives out in the field, not stuck in a workshop.

Toyota Material Handling Australia (TMHA) is Australia’s number one forklift company.

TMHA is fully owned by Toyota Industries Corporation (TICO). TICO is a Japanese multinational manufacturer and a global leader in forklift manufacturing and retail distribution.

TMHA is the exclusive Australian retailer for new sales of world renowned forklift brands - Toyota Industrial Equipment, BT Lift Trucks and Raymond Forklifts (for the company overview video please follow the YouTube link).

Due to TMHA’s structure and close relationships with the factories TMHA provides its employees with the industry best accredited product training and factory trained technical support.

TMHA is a strong, family orientated, financially secure business with a great future and prime focus on the development of our people.

Benefits @ TMHA

• Paid Parental Leave Program
• Family Day Events
• Family Christmas Parties
• Free access to WHEREFIT to gain exclusive offers for health, fitness, and wellbeing
• Corporate Health Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program available to you and your family
• Dedicated monthly onsite support at our metro locations
• Sense of Purpose with quarterly donations made to local charities and junior sporting clubs
• Enjoy exclusive discounts across Toyota Insurance, Kinto & Canberra Raiders apparel.
• Financial Wellbeing activities
• Kid’s School Holiday packs with a range of activities!!
• Career development initiatives.
• Employee Referral Program