Workshop Fitter

Hitachi Construction Machinery; Mackay Regional; On-site; AUD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Biannual bonuses

Competitive pay

Superannuation

Upskill opportunities

Health insurance

Permanent role

RDO option

Uniform provided

Staff discounts

Job summary

Hitachi Construction Machinery Mackay branch is seeking a Worksop based Fitter to join the team. The role focuses on Heavy Diesel Mechanics and Mobile Plant Equipment Fitting, with permanent full-time employment.

Applicants should have relevant Australian trade qualifications or be transitioning from light vehicle work into mining and construction machinery, bringing strong mechanical aptitude and a willingness to learn OEM equipment.

Qualifications

• Hold Australian (or Australian recognised) Mobile Plant, Heavy Diesel trade qualifications or experienced Light Vehicle Mechanic looking to move into mining and construction machinery industry.
• Experience with heavy diesel equipment and field service fitting is advantageous.
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and logical problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Perform heavy diesel mechanical work on mobile plant equipment.
• Inspect, service, and repair Hitachi equipment in field or workshop.
• Uphold safety standards and quality while meeting deadlines.

Skills

Heavy Diesel Mechanics

Field Service

Mechanical aptitude

Education

Certificate III in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Hitachi Benefits

• TWO bonuses a year: Potential to earn biannual bonuses providing increased earning capacity
• Competitive pay rate:A rewarding above ‘award’ base pay rate + Super
• Opportunity to Upskill: Automotive Mechanics, On Highway Truck Mechanics looking to get into Earthmoving/Mining & Tradespersons fresh to the industry who would like to join a leading OEM are encouraged to apply. We can support the bridging of your current competencies to be compatible in the Heavy Earthmoving – Diesel Fitting Pathway.
• Health: Discounted Medibank health insurance policy
• Stability: Permanent Full Time Position in a leading OEM with long term job security
• Flexibility: RDO each week/Fortnight an option for the right candidate
• Uniform: Generous uniform supplied Full PPE
• Home Electrical Appliances: Employee exclusive staff discounts on Hitachi goods

The Opportunity

Our Mackay branch has an exciting opportunity for a Worksop based Fitter to join the Hitachi team.

This is a permanent full-time position which will see you focus on all aspects of Heavy Diesel Mechanics and Mobile Plant Equipment Fitting.

About You:

• Ensure the HCA Safety Culture is embraced, displayed, and driven from within - safety takes priority over everything else
• Hold relevant Australian (or Australian recognised) Mobile Plant, Heavy Diesel trade qualifications or Experienced Light Vehicle Mechanic looking to move into mining and construction machinery industry or you have just completed mobile plant apprenticeship and you are looking to learn OEM machinery
• Ability to be technical and mechanically experience / aptitude

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• Qualifications - Minimum Certificate III in a Mechanical Engineering discipline.
• Experience & Skillset - Heavy Diesel mechanics and field service fitters with demonstrated work experience and technical knowledge of construction equipment - Hitachi equipment experiences highly regarded
• Analytical thinking - Ability to navigate complex technical issues in repair and maintenance services with minimal to zero rework
• Autonomous productivity - Initiative to plan work fronts efficiently and effectively, delivering quality outcomes to ensure Total Customer Satisfaction

Here at Hitachi, we believe that success comes from the partnership of our market-leading products and the quality of our people. We are an equal opportunity employer, do not discriminate and genuinely value diversity at our company.