Service Technician

Fork Force Australia Pty Ltd; Caboolture; On-site; AUD 41,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rate

Company vehicle (where applicable)

Ongoing technical training

Career development

OTE through overtime

Job summary

Fork Force Australia Pty Ltd – Caboolture QLD is seeking a skilled Service Technician to service, maintain, inspect and repair a range of materials handling equipment. The role involves preventative maintenance, diagnostics, breakdown repairs and customer support with opportunities to work independently and develop strong technical expertise.

Responsibilities include servicing equipment, diagnosing faults across mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and electronic systems, and providing accurate

Qualifications

• Trade qualification in mobile plant tech or related field.
• Experience servicing forklifts or similar machinery.
• Strong mechanical, hydraulic and electrical diagnostics.
• Current driver’s licence required.
• Forklift licence advantageous.
• Ability to read schematics.

Responsibilities

• Perform servicing, repairs and maintenance on materials handling equipment.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and electronic faults.
• Conduct scheduled preventative maintenance and safety inspections.
• Complete breakdown repairs in workshop and field environments.
• Install, commission and test equipment.
• Provide technical support and advice to customers.
• Maintain accurate service records and parts usage.
• Ensure work is completed safely and per procedures.
• Collaborate with technicians and departments to meet objectives.
• Deliver high level of customer service and professionalism.

Skills

Diagnostics

Electrical systems

Hydraulics

Mechanical repair

Field service

Customer service

Teamwork

Valid driver’s licence

Education

Trade qualification in Mobile Plant Technology / Heavy Vehicle Mechanics / Automotive / Diesel Fitting

Tools

Forklift licence

Job description

Fork Force Australia Pty Ltd – Caboolture QLD

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Service Technician to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for servicing, maintaining, inspecting, and repairing a wide range of materials handling equipment. This role provides a varied workload, combining preventative maintenance, diagnostics, breakdown repairs, and customer support, while offering the opportunity to work independently and develop strong technical expertise.

Responsibilities

• Perform servicing, repairs and maintenance on materials handling equipment and associated machinery
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and electronic faults
• Conduct scheduled preventative maintenance and safety inspections
• Complete breakdown repairs in both workshop and field environments
• Install, commission and test equipment as required
• Provide technical support and advice to customers regarding operation and maintenance
• Maintain accurate service records, job documentation, and parts usage
• Ensure all work is completed safely and in accordance with company procedures
• Collaborate with other technicians and departments to achieve customer and operational objectives
• Deliver a high level of customer service and professionalism at all times

Qualifications & Experience

• Trade qualification in Mobile Plant Technology, Heavy Vehicle Mechanics, Automotive, Diesel Fitting or a related field preferred
• Experience servicing and repairing forklifts, access equipment, construction equipment, or similar machinery advantageous
• Strong mechanical, hydraulic and electrical diagnostic skills
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals and schematics
• Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Current driver's licence
• Forklift licence and other relevant licences/tickets advantageous

What You’ll Get in Return

You will have the opportunity to work with a growing national organisation that is recognised as a leader within the material handling industry. We pride ourselves on our strong team culture, ongoing training opportunities, and supportive management structure.

The successful candidate will enjoy:

• Competitive hourly rate
• Company vehicle (where applicable)
• Mobile phone and tablet
• Ongoing technical training and career development
• A supportive team environment
• Opportunities to progress within the business
• Outstanding Opportunity to Earn (OTE) through overtime opportunities

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced technician who enjoys a variety of work and wants to be part of a business that is committed to the development and success of its people.

About Us

Fork Force Australia, including Fork Force Rentals are one of Australia’s largest independent forklift companies and are majority owned by Nishio Rent All Co., Ltd listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange and 8th largest equipment rental company in the world.

Our fast-growing, innovative company offers quality new and used forklifts for sale and hire and is supported by National servicing and spare parts.

We are looking for passionate, and hard-working people who are not afraid to put in the effort and be rewarded for their efforts!