Lead Technician - Heavy Equipment Workshop

Komatsu; Mackay Regional; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

16 weeks parental leave

Income protection

Novated leasing options

Career development

Health discounts

Job summary

Komatsu Australia is seeking an experienced Leading Hand for the Mackay workshop to lead a team across refurbishment, PDI and preparation of new machines for customer delivery. This hands-on role provides technical direction to the workshop, ensuring safety, efficiency and high standards to keep jobs moving.

You will lead Technicians, Apprentices and Trades Assistants, coordinate refurbishment work, monitor progress and quality, and promote a safe, productive culture in a busy Mackay facility.

Qualifications

• Experience working on heavy mobile plant equipment.
• Previous Leading Hand or workshop leadership experience.
• Strong technical and workshop knowledge.
• Clear communication and a practical approach to leading a team.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support Technicians, Apprentices and Trades Assistants.
• Coordinate refurbishment and PDI work across Komatsu equipment.
• Monitor job progress, parts, tooling, quality and documentation.
• Carry out quality checks and help reduce rework.
• Promote safe work practices and maintain high workshop standards.

Skills

Heavy mobile plant equipment

Leading Hand / workshop leadership

Technical workshop knowledge

Clear communication and leadership

Job description

Komatsu Australia is seeking an experienced Leading Hand for the Mackay workshop to lead a team across refurbishment, PDI and preparation of new machines for customer delivery. This hands-on role provides technical direction to the workshop, ensuring safety, efficiency and high standards to keep jobs moving.

You will lead Technicians, Apprentices and Trades Assistants, coordinate refurbishment work, monitor progress and quality, and promote a safe, productive culture in a busy Mackay facility.