Service Technician | Fitter | Blackwater, Qld | Hourly Rate + Super +Fmv

Lead Group; Rockhampton Regional; On-site; AUD 48,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Lead Group is seeking a Mobile Service Technician for field-based work across Central Queensland. The role focuses on onsite hose assembly, installation, servicing and replacement, with a mix of hands-on mechanical tasks and customer interaction.

You will travel to customer sites, perform hose work, operate a Mobile Service Unit, and complete documentation while following safety procedures. On-call shifts are included.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in mechanical fitting, hydraulics, fluid power, hose assembly or a similar field.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and practical problem-solving skills.
• Experience using hand tools and measuring equipment.
• A current manual Australian driver’s licence.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Good time management and organisational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Full, unrestricted working rights in Australia.

Responsibilities

• Attend customer sites to carry out hose servicing, repairs and replacements.
• Assemble and install hydraulic and industrial hoses and fittings.
• Use hand tools, measuring equipment and service machinery.
• Maintain and operate the Mobile Service Unit.
• Complete service documentation and work orders.
• Deliver professional customer service and maintain strong client relationships.
• Follow workplace health, safety and quality procedures.
• Participate in a rotating on-call roster.

Skills

Mechanical fitting

Hydraulics

Hose assembly

Fluid power

Hand tools

Measuring equipment

Customer service

Time management

Teamwork

Education

Certificate III in Engineering – Mechanical Trade

Hose Assembly & Installation qualifications

Fluid Power qualifications

Tools

Hand tools

Measuring equipment

Service machinery

Job description

My client is a well-established Australian business specialising in the onsite servicing, installation and replacement of hydraulic and industrial hoses, fittings and associated products.

We are seeking a reliable and hands-on Mobile Service Technician to join their team based in Blackwater, QLD.

This is a field-based opportunity suited to someone with a mechanical background and experience in mechanical fitting, hydraulics, hose assembly, fluid power or a similar trade. Relocation or DIDO arrangements are available, making this an excellent opportunity for candidates based locally or those looking to relocate to the Central Queensland region.

About the Role:

As a Mobile Service Technician, you will travel to customer sites throughout the local mining and industrial area, providing onsite hose assembly, installation, servicing and replacement. You'll enjoy a varied role combining practical mechanical work, customer interaction and independent field service.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Attending customer sites to carry out hose servicing, repairs and replacements
• Assembling and installing hydraulic and industrial hoses and fittings
• Using hand tools, measuring equipment and service machinery
• Maintaining and operating the Mobile Service Unit
• Completing service documentation and work orders
• Delivering professional customer service and maintaining strong client relationships
• Following workplace health, safety and quality procedures
• Participating in a rotating on-call roster

You will ideally have:

• Previous experience in mechanical fitting, hydraulics, fluid power, hose assembly or a similar field
• Strong mechanical aptitude and practical problem-solving skills
• Experience using hand tools and measuring equipment
• A current manual Australian driver's licence
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Good time management and organisational skills
• A reliable work ethic with a strong focus on quality and safety
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Full, unrestricted working rights in Australia

Desirable:

• Hydraulic hose or fluid power industry experience
• Familiarity with hydraulic hoses, fittings and associated products
• Certificate III in Engineering – Mechanical Trade or a related qualification
• Hose Assembly & Installation or Fluid Power qualifications

Training and development will be provided where required, making this a great opportunity for someone looking to build their skills within the hydraulic service industry.

What's on Offer?

• Competitive hourly rate + bonuses
• Overtime opportunities
• 7/7 or 10/4 Roster
• Relocation or DIDO options available
• Ongoing training and career development
• Supportive team environment
• Varied, hands‑on mobile service work
• Opportunity to work within the mining and industrial sector

If you're mechanically minded and looking for a hands‑on mobile service role offering variety, flexibility and ongoing development, this could be the opportunity for you.

Whether you're based in Central Queensland or considering relocating, we'd love to hear from you.