Field Service Fitter | Adelaide

About Us

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

The Opportunity

We are currently seeking an experienced Heavy Diesel Mechanic to join our Service team as a Field Service Fitter based out of our Cavan branch. Reporting to the Field Service Supervisor, you will be responsible for providing diagnostics, repair and maintenance services to our customer’s equipment in the field.

Key responsibilities include:

• Providing onsite technical support on Hitachi equipment including diagnostics, repair and maintenance
• Building and maintaining excellent rapport with our customer base
• Completion and submission of all relevant paperwork
• Conducting your work in compliance with all quality and safety standards and procedures

To be successful in the role, you will have:

• Minimum Certificate III in a Mobile Plant Technology or equivalent discipline (Diesel Mechanic).
• Current driver’s license
• Ability to work autonomously and proactively solve technical issues
• OEM or earthmoving equipment experience is highly regarded
• Excellent interpersonal, communication skills and customer service etiquette
• An uncompromising commitment to quality workmanship and safety policies and procedures

Hitachi Benefits - What's in it for you?

• Competitive hourly rate + potential for overtime + company bi-annual bonuses!
• Fully Maintained Tool of Trade Service Vehicle
• Career: Permanent Full Time Position in a leading OEM with long term job security
• Employee Rewards: Exclusive staff discount on a range of goods and services through our Employee Rewards Program
• Career Progression: OEM training and opportunities for upskilling with access to the latest technologies
• Paid Parental Leave Company Policy
• Culture: Supportive mentors who value your input in finding new and improved ways to achieving success
• Health: Discounted Medibank health insurance policy + EAP to support our employees and their families 
• Employee Referral Program: successfully refer a friend and earn cash!

At Hitachi, 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.

As part of our recruitment process, successful candidates may be required to undergo background checks, including (but not limited to) criminal history record checks and employment medical assessments.