Leading Hand Diesel Mechanic

Hitachi Construction Machinery Group; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remuneration package

Employee perks program

Permanent full-time

Inclusive culture

Health insurance

Referral program

Parental leave

Training & development

Job summary

Hitachi Construction Machinery Australia (HCA) is seeking a Workshop Leading Hand in Sydney to lead technicians across New Build and Retail Repair work. You will drive safety, quality, productivity, and customer satisfaction while staying hands-on in a busy workshop.

The role offers permanent full-time employment with a global OEM, career progression, and a strong safety culture within a high-performing team.

Qualifications

• Trade qualification in Diesel Mechanics, Mobile Plant, Heavy Vehicle Mechanics, or similar.
• Experience maintaining and repairing construction, earthmoving, mining, or heavy equipment is highly regarded but not essential.
• Strong commitment to safety and quality.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• A proactive, team-focused approach.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily workshop activities to maximise productivity and efficiency.
• Lead, mentor, and support technicians to achieve quality and performance targets.
• Monitor workflow and job progress to ensure customer deadlines are met.
• Provide technical guidance and support across New Build and Retail Repair work.
• Liaise with customers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders on machine performance and repairs.
• Promote and maintain a strong safety-first culture.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives across workshop operations.
• Ensure high standards of workmanship, quality control, and customer service.

Skills

Team leadership

Safety

Quality

Communication

Problem solving

Team-focused

Job description

About Us

Hitachi Construction Machinery Australia (HCA) is a leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment.

Hitachi Construction Machinery Australia (HCA) is a leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment.

The Opportunity

Ready to step into a leadership role with a global OEM? Hitachi Construction Machinery Australia is seeking an experienced Workshop Leading Hand to join our Revesby team. Reporting to the Workshop Supervisor, you'll lead a team of skilled technicians across New Build and Retail Repair activities, driving safety, quality, productivity, and customer satisfaction.

This is an excellent opportunity for a trade-qualified professional looking to grow their leadership career while remaining hands-on in a busy, high-performing workshop.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily workshop activities to maximise productivity and efficiency
• Lead, mentor, and support technicians to achieve quality and performance targets
• Monitor workflow and job progress to ensure customer deadlines are met
• Provide technical guidance and support across New Build and Retail Repair work
• Liaise with customers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders on machine performance and repairs
• Promote and maintain a strong safety-first culture
• Support continuous improvement initiatives across workshop operations
• Ensure high standards of workmanship, quality control, and customer service

About You

• Trade qualification in Diesel Mechanics, Mobile Plant, Heavy Vehicle Mechanics, or similar
• Experience maintaining and repairing construction, earthmoving, mining, or heavy equipment is highly regarded but not essential
• Strong commitment to safety and quality
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
• A proactive, team-focused approach

Hitachi Benefits – What’s On Offer

• Competitive Remuneration: Base Hourly Rate + Leading Hand Allowance + Super + Biannual Bonuses
• Exclusive Employee Perks: Access to our Employee Orange Benefits Program, offering discounts on a wide range of everyday goods and services
• Career: Permanent full-time role with a globally recognised OEM, providing stability and long-term career growth
• Supportive & Inclusive Culture: Work with approachable leaders who value your ideas, encourage innovation, and support your success
• Health & Wellbeing: Discounted Medibank health insurance plus access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family
• Refer & Be Rewarded: Earn cash rewards through our Employee Referral Program when you successfully refer a friend
• Family-First Benefits: Paid parental leave policy to support you and your family during life’s important moments
• Learning & Development: OEM-led training, continuous upskilling, and genuine opportunities for career progression within the business

At Hitachi, we believe success comes from the partnership of our market-leading products and exceptional people. We’re an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusivity.

As part of our recruitment process, successful candidates may be required to undergo background checks, including (but not limited to) criminal history record checks and employment medical assessments.