Hydraulic Technician (Plant / Generator Experience)

Work Initiatives; North Sydney; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Penalty rates

Job summary

Work Initiatives is seeking a Hydraulic Technician to perform maintenance, fault-finding and repairs across workshop and field settings in Sydney. The role involves hands-on hydraulic work on a diverse range of industrial equipment, with travel to customer sites as needed. A trade qualification and hydraulics experience are essential.

The position offers a competitive base salary, a company vehicle and penalty rates, and long‑term career stability within a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Experience with hydraulic maintenance and fault-finding on mobile and industrial equipment.
• Strong diagnostic skills across hydraulic and mechanical systems.
• Willingness to travel interstate, including overnight stays.
• Safety‑conscious with good problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose hydraulic faults and repair a range of equipment.
• Service, maintain, and repair hydraulic systems and components.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical issues.
• Respond to breakdowns onsite and in the workshop.
• Inspect equipment, identify faults and perform preventative maintenance.
• Work with hydraulic pumps, cylinders, hoses, valves and components.
• Travel to customer sites for servicing and diagnostics when required.
• Keep accurate service records and ensure safe, efficient work.

Skills

Hydraulics experience

Diagnostics

Mobile plant experience

Troubleshooting

Teamwork

Education

Certificate III in Mobile Plant or related mechanical trade

Job description

Hydraulic Technician – Workshop & Field Service

$110K–$140K Base Salary + Company Vehicle + Penalties

Location: Sydney

Permanent | Workshop & Field Service | Company Vehicle

Join an established equipment service business supporting customers across construction, infrastructure and industrial sectors. We’re looking for a skilled Hydraulic Technician / Field Service Technician to carry out hydraulic maintenance, fault-finding and repairs across a diverse range of industrial and mobile equipment. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified tradesperson with hydraulic experience who enjoys hands‑on technical work across both workshop and field service environments. Experience with mobile plant, generators or heavy equipment would be highly beneficial, with opportunities to apply your existing skills across a varied range of machinery and applications.

Key Responsibilities

• Diagnosing hydraulic faults and carrying out repairs on a range of equipment
• Servicing, maintaining and repairing hydraulic systems and components
• Troubleshooting mechanical, hydraulic and associated electrical issues
• Responding to equipment breakdowns and completing repairs onsite and in the workshop
• Inspecting equipment, identifying faults and performing preventative maintenance
• Working with hydraulic pumps, cylinders, hoses, valves and associated components
• Travelling to customer sites to carry out servicing, diagnostics and repairs when required
• Maintaining accurate service records and ensuring work is completed safely and efficiently

What You’ll Need

• Certificate III in Mobile Plant, Heavy Diesel, Engineering, Fitting and Turning or a related mechanical trade
• Previous experience in hydraulics, hydraulic repairs or servicing mechanical equipment
• Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills across hydraulic and mechanical systems
• Experience with mobile plant, generators, heavy machinery or industrial equipment is highly beneficial
• Ability to interpret technical information and troubleshoot equipment faults
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Willingness to travel interstate periodically, including overnight stays
• Reliable, safety-conscious approach with strong problem‑solving skills
• Current driver's licence
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment medical assessment

Why Work With Us?

• Competitive $110,000–$140,000 base salary
• Company vehicle and penalty rates
• Permanent position offering long‑term stability
• Combination of workshop and field service work
• Work across a varied range of hydraulic systems and industrial equipment
• Opportunity to apply and develop your hydraulic technical skills
• Supportive team environment with long‑term career development opportunities