Workshop Technician

Liebherr-Australia; City Of Swan; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Liebherr Australia is seeking a Workshop Technician – Earthmoving in Perth, WA. The role involves diagnosing, maintaining and overhauling Liebherr machinery across workshop and field environments to ensure safe, reliable operation.

You will perform preventative maintenance, diagnose faults, and repair heavy equipment, with opportunities to train others and improve service processes. Long-term career with a global leader awaits.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Engineering (Mechanical) or equivalent.
• Strong diagnostic and fault-finding skills in mechanical systems.
• Experience with hydraulic and pneumatic systems and mobile plant machinery.
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, specifications and eng. drawings.
• Experience repairing/heavy equipment; good computer and documentation skills.
• Commitment to safety and quality; able to work independently or in a team.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, repair, maintain and overhaul mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Perform preventative maintenance and component replacements.
• Conduct diagnostic analysis and adjustments; fix minor electrical faults.
• Inspect equipment and manage maintenance documentation; coordinate spare parts.
• Operate workshop and lifting equipment; work safely in workshop and field environments.
• Provide on-the-job support and training to junior team members.

Skills

Mechanical diagnostics/fault-finding

Hydraulic and pneumatic systems

Read technical manuals/drawings

Technical documentation

Safety conscious

Independent and team worker

Education

Certificate III in Engineering (Mechanical)

Diesel Fitting or Mobile Plant Technology

Job description

Responsibilities

Workshop Technician – Earthmoving

Build your career with Liebherr. Work on world-class equipment. Be part of something bigger.

Liebherr Australia | Perth, WA | Full Time

Are you a skilled Diesel Fitter, Heavy Vehicle Mechanic, Mobile Plant Technician or Mechanical Trade professional looking for your next challenge?

Join Liebherr Australia’s Earthmoving and Material Handling team and work with some of the most advanced heavy equipment in the industry. This is an opportunity to put your technical skills to work across workshop and field environments, diagnosing, maintaining, repairing and overhauling Liebherr machinery and components.

What You'll Be Doing

As a Workshop Technician, you'll play an important role in keeping our customers' equipment performing safely and reliably.

Your day-to-day work will include:

• Diagnosing, repairing, maintaining and overhauling mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems
• Carrying out preventative maintenance and component replacements
• Performing diagnostic analysis and running adjustments
• Diagnosing and rectifying minor electrical faults
• Inspecting equipment and identifying potential issues
• Repairing and fabricating components through machining, welding and other techniques
• Working with hydraulic and pneumatic components
• Completing technical inspections and maintenance documentation
• Requesting and coordinating required spare parts
• Operating workshop equipment and mobile lifting equipment
• Working safely across workshop and field environments
• Providing on-the-job support and training to less experienced team members
• Identifying opportunities to improve service processes and equipment performance

Skills & Experience

What We're Looking For

We're looking for a technician who takes pride in their work, enjoys solving problems and is committed to delivering quality outcomes for our customers.

You'll ideally have:

• Certificate III in Engineering (Mechanical), Diesel Fitting, Mobile Plant Technology or a relevant mechanical trade
• Strong mechanical diagnostic and fault-finding skills
• Experience working with hydraulic and pneumatic systems
• The ability to read and interpret technical manuals, specifications and engineering drawings
• Experience repairing and maintaining heavy equipment, mobile plant or similar machinery
• Good computer skills and the ability to complete technical documentation
• A strong commitment to safety and quality
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team
• A willingness to work in field or remote environments when required

Liebherr Earthmoving Equipment Experience Will Be Highly Regarded.

High Risk Licences including LF, DG and EWP, as well as Working at Heights certification, will also be highly regarded.

Our Offer

Why Liebherr

This is more than just another workshop role.

You'll join a global leader in construction and mining equipment, working alongside experienced technicians and gaining exposure to sophisticated machinery and technology. At Liebherr, you'll have the opportunity to:

• Work on world-class Liebherr equipment
• Develop your technical skills across a diverse range of machinery
• Work across both workshop and field environments
• Be part of a supportive and highly skilled team
• Contribute ideas and improvements that make a genuine difference
• Build a long-term career with a globally recognised organisation

Ready for your next challenge

If you're a qualified technician who enjoys diagnosing problems, getting hands-on and finding the right solution, we'd like to hear from you.

Bring your skills to Liebherr Australia and build your future with us.

One Passion. Many Opportunities

The Company

Liebherr-Australia Pty Ltd is part of the Liebherr Group, which employs nearly 50,000 people, in more than 140 companies and 50 countries on every continent. Liebherr's decades of experience, knowledge, and dedication to the highest quality and most reliable technologies makes Liebherr a respected leader and a trustworthy partner to industry. Liebherr-Australia is responsible for selling and servicing earthmoving machines, mining machines, mobile cranes, tower cranes, maritime cranes as well as deep foundation machines throughout Australia and New Zealand. Though the company's 20 hectare Head Office Complex is based in Adelaide, Australia, the commitment to, and support of, New Zealand customers is unwavering.

Location

Liebherr-Australia Pty. Ltd.

555 Great Eastern Highway

6104 Perth

Australia (AU)

Contact

Jennine Williams

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