Service Technician

RDO Equipment; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

RDO Equipment is seeking a Workshop Service Technician in Melbourne to maintain and repair Vermeer equipment in our branch workshop. You will diagnose faults, perform servicing, and ensure safe operation, delivering high-quality repairs.

The role requires hands-on expertise with hydraulic/mechanical systems and the ability to read service manuals and schematics. A safety-focused, team-oriented approach is essential, with relevant trade qualifications highly regarded.

Qualifications

• Experience as a heavy equipment, diesel, mechanical, or plant technician.
• Practical hydraulics and mechanical systems skills.
• Ability to read service manuals and technical drawings.
• Safety-focused, solutions-driven, and committed to quality workmanship.
• Team player who takes ownership of tasks.
• Relevant trade qualifications or licenses are highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair hydraulic, mechanical, and electrical faults on Vermeer machinery.
• Perform scheduled servicing, preventative maintenance, and major repairs.
• Use diagnostic software, service manuals, and schematics to fault-find and resolve issues.
• Repair and rebuild pumps, motors, hoses, drivetrains, and wear parts.
• Complete service documentation and inspections to ensure quality and safety.
• Deliver reliable repairs and contribute to a strong safety culture in the workshop.

Skills

Heavy equipment

Diesel

Mechanical systems

Machinery repair

Reading manuals

Education

Trade qualifications

Tools

Diagnostic software

Service manuals

Job description

Power Progress. Partner with Producers. Grow Your Career at RDO Equipment.

At RDO Equipment, we're not just about machines-we're about people, progress, and purpose. From the workshop floor to the customer site, your work powers the industries that build Australia. We're seeking aWorkshop Service Technician - Vermeerto join our Melbourne-based team.

We're more than a leading equipment dealer for some of the world's most recognised brands, includingVermeer. We're a people-first organisation built on respect, integrity, and teamwork-backed by the stability of a family-owned business and a strong national branch network.

Why RDO Equipment?

Work with people who connect, collaborate, and make an impact together

Stable, workshop-based role with consistent hours

Genuine career pathways and leadership development

Hands-on work with premium Vermeer construction and environmental equipment

Access to modern diagnostic

tools, specialist equipment, and a clean, safe workshop

A supportive team culture that celebrates wins and invests in your growth

What You'll Be Doing

As aWorkshop Service Technician, you'll be hands-on in our branch workshop, maintaining and repairing Vermeer equipment to keep our customers productive. Your day-to-day will include:

Diagnosing and repairing hydraulic, mechanical, and electrical faults on Vermeer machinery such as trenchers, horizontal directional drills, chippers, grinders, and vacuum excavators

Performing scheduled servicing, preventative maintenance, and major repairs in accordance with manufacturer standards

Using diagnostic software, service manuals, and schematics to accurately fault-find and resolve complex issues

Repairing and rebuilding components, including pumps, motors, hoses, drivetrains, and wear parts

Completing service documentation and inspections to support quality workmanship and safe operation

You'll also:

Deliver reliable, high-quality repairs that exceed customer expectations

Contribute to a strong safety culture and continuous improvement within the workshop

What We're Looking For

We're looking for someone who:

Has experience as a heavy equipment, diesel, mechanical, or plant technician

Brings practical skills in hydraulics, mechanical systems, and machinery repair

Is confident reading service manuals, diagnostics, and technical drawings

Is safety-focused, solutions-driven, and takes pride in quality workmanship

Works well in a team environment and takes ownership of tasks

Relevant trade qualifications, licences, or certifications(e.g. diesel mechanic, fitter, heavy vehicle) are highly regarded.

Specific requirements will be discussed during the recruitment process.

Who is RDO?

RDO Equipment sells and supports John Deere Construction, Forestry, Agriculture, and Turf products, along with Vermeer Construction and Environmental solutions. With a 60-year Australian legacy and over800 employees across 28 dealership locations, we support industries including agriculture, civil infrastructure, earthmoving, environmental resource management, mining, and forestry.

Our values - partnering with our people, building customers for life, creating opportunities, acting with integrity, and playing to win - guide everything we do. We're proud to foster a diverse, inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued.

Ready to Make Your Mark?

If you enjoy hands-on workshop work, solving technical problems, and keeping heavy equipment performing at its best,this is your role.