Field Service Fitter | Port Hedland

About Us

Hitachi Construction Machinery Australia (HCA) is a leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment. At the heart of HCA's trusted and reliable equipment range lies a team of talented and dedicated people committed to providing industry-leading after sales service and reliable solutions.

The Opportunity

With strong growth in our service department, our Port Hedland branch has an exciting opportunity for a trade qualified Heavy Duty Diesel Mechanic / HD Fitter to join our team. The key focus of this role will be to provide breakdown, service and planned maintenance support on a range of Hitachi Construction and Mining equipment.

Working a 3/1 or 2/1 FIFO roster, you will:

• Perform onsite repairs on a wide range of Hitachi equipment
• Attend to site breakdowns within Port Hedland and surrounding areas
• Undertake diagnostic work
• Liaise with a network of customers within the territory, whilst building strong relationships
• Work with internal technical support staff to achieve successful maintenance

This permanent role will allow you to access OEM training while you build a long-term career in a global company. To be successful in this role you will:

• 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 trade qualifications
• Have experience, knowledge and understanding of civil and mining equipment
• Have a strong work ethic and the ability to work autonomously within remote areas
• Have good communication and customer service skills with the ability to build long term relationships
• Have great technical knowledge and diagnostic ability (excellent technical knowledge of Hitachi mining equipment would be highly advantageous)

Benefits

What's in it for you? We are offering:

• Permanent Full Time Position in a leading OEM with long term job security
• Rewarding pay rate + super + zone allowances + potential overtime + company biannual bonuses!
• Your own Fully Maintained Service Vehicle
• Full PPE and Uniform
• Exclusive staff discounts on Medibank Health Cover and other products and services
• Real career development opportunities with supportive mentoring
• Continuous training and personal upskilling with access to the latest technologies
• Be a part of a leading OEM which genuinely values and ensures everyone is happy and safe at work!

Here at Hitachi, we believe that success comes from the partnership of our market-leading products and the quality of our people. This position would suit someone who is dedicated to quality service and maintenance delivery outcomes, is professional and proactive in finding solutions for improved service levels.