HV Electrician - 2/2

About Us

Hitachi Construction Machinery (Australia) Pty Ltd is a leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment.

The Opportunity

With strong growth in our mining operations, we have an exciting opportunity for an experienced and motivated High Voltage Electrician to join the team. This site based role would be scheduled on a 2/2 FIFO roster working both day and night shifts. Reporting to the Site Support Supervisor your responsibilities will include:

• Performing diagnostic evaluations, maintenance and repairs on Electric Drive Hitachi Trucks
• Following manufacturer specifications for maintenance and repairs
• Completion and submission of all relevant paperwork and reporting
• Ensuring the HCA Safety Culture is prioritised and embraced in every situation
• Performing quality service and maintenance on various plant and product lines
• Undertake fault finding and diagnostic work to assist with onsite breakdowns
• Liaising with technical support staff and on boarding a truly collaborative team culture to ensure timely customer service is delivered.

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• Relevant High Voltage Electrician trade qualifications
• HR Driver's License and High Risk Licenses - EWP - WAH - Dogging & Rigging
• Demonstrated experience and solid understanding of mining equipment maintenance
• Previous technical exposure to Hitachi mining equipment would be highly advantageous
• Computer literacy skills including knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Dedicated to quality customer service delivery and work output
• Personable and professional with a drive to build positive long term relationships
• Understand the importance of Workplace Health & Safety and be proactive in reducing hazards

Benefits

We are offering:

• Full Time Position in a leading OEM with long term job security
• Competitive pay rate, zone allowance & the potential to earn bi-annual bonuses!
• Scaled rates - starting rate $68/hr, potential to qualify for $78/hr based on yearly performance & training completed
• Superannuation paid on all ordinary hours up to 12 hours per rostered shift
• Overtime on request
• Reimbursements paid for transport to and from home to airport, or airport parking
• Brand new HP Laptop provided to new employees - no more paper timesheets!
• 190hr annual leave per annum
• Relocation assistance if required
• Opportunity to work on the entirety of the Hitachi range, including a new fleet of trucks and excavators
• Exclusive staff discounts on Medibank Health Cover and Hitachi appliances, and other products & services
• OEM training and opportunities for upskilling with access to the latest technologies
• Supportive mentors who value your input in finding new and improved ways to achieving success
• Be a part of a leading OEM which genuinely values and ensures everyone is happy and safe at work!

At Hitachi, we value our people and work towards providing guidance on your career path towards a rewarding and successful experience. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer who recruits based on merit and capabilities. We encourage and support a diverse talent pool of skill, ethnicity and gender, to create a wide culture of shared values and enriched experiences in our business.