Fitter Mechanic

Coates Hire Operations Pty Limited; Hobart; Sur place; AUD 70 000 - 95 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Ongoing training

Flexible working options

Employee discounts and benefits

Purchased additional leave program

Novated leasing and salary sacrifice

Discount on equipment hire

Résumé du poste

Coates Hire Operations Pty Limited in Hobart, Australia, is seeking a hands-on mechanical technician. The role is a permanent full-time position based in our Cambridge branch, offering a stable workshop environment, teamwork, and a strong safety culture. You will maintain a diverse fleet and contribute to customer satisfaction through reliable equipment readiness.

The position provides ongoing training, flexible options, and access to employee benefits as part of a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Experience with hydraulics and pneumatics.
• Basic electrical fault finding skills.
• Current Driver's Licence with MR/HR preferred.
• Forklift and EWP tickets are beneficial.
• Strong troubleshooting and preventative maintenance ability.
• Safety-first mindset with commitment to quality work.

Responsabilités

• Perform preventative maintenance, servicing and overhauls on a wide range of hire equipment.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical faults efficiently and safely.
• Complete and maintain accurate service and repair records.
• Minimise operational downtime through proactive work.
• Ensure all work complies with Coates safety and quality standards.
• Collaborate with operations, service and customer-facing teams to support equipment availability and customer satisfaction.

Description du poste

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• Above award hourly rates + overtime penalty rates
• Monday to Friday roster with 7.6 hours worked between 7:00am and 5:00pm
• Permanent full-time position
• Stable, workshop and branch-based role with a supportive and close-knit team environment
• Modern workshop environment with a strong focus on safety, teamwork and quality workmanship
• Exciting pipeline of upcoming projects and operational activity across the region, providing variety and ongoing opportunities within the role

Based at the Coates Cambridge branch, you'll play a key role in keeping our hire fleet safe, reliable and ready for customers. This is a hands-on mechanical role suited to someone who enjoys variety, teamwork and taking pride in maintaining high-performing equipment.

What you'll be doing day to day

• Performing preventative maintenance, servicing and overhauls on a wide range of hire equipment
• Diagnosing and repairing mechanical faults efficiently and safely
• Completing and maintaining accurate service and repair records
• Working proactively to minimise operational downtime
• Ensuring all work complies with Coates safety and quality standards
• Close collaboration with operations, service and customer-facing teams to support equipment availability and a high level of customer satisfaction

What you'll get in return

As a member of the Coates team, you'll enjoy a range of perks and benefits, including:

• Ongoing training, upskilling and development to ensure you are fully equipped to succeed in your role
• Flexible working options available—let's discuss what works best for you
• Access to our employee discounts and benefits program
• Purchased additional leave program
• Employee discounts on equipment hire
• Novated leasing and salary sacrifice

What you'll bring to the role

• Experience with:
• Hydraulics and pneumatics
• Basic electrical fault finding
• Current Driver's Licence (MR or HR preferred)
• Forklift and EWP tickets (beneficial, not essential)
• Strong troubleshooting, diagnostic and preventative maintenance skills
• A safety-first mindset and a commitment to quality work

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