Field Service Fitter - Somerton | Somerton
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Field Service Fitter - Somerton
- Somerton, VIC, Australia, 3062
- Full Time - Permanent
About Us
Hitachi Construction Machinery (Australia) Pty Ltd is a leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment.
The Opportunity
Join a leading OEM and take your mechanical career out into the field.
As a Field Service Mechanic, you'll work with industry-leading Hitachi and Bell equipment, delivering expert diagnostics, repairs and maintenance directly to our customers. Based out of our Somerton branch, this autonomous role offers variety, responsibility and the opportunity to develop your technical skills while working alongside a supportive and experienced team.
If you enjoy problem-solving, building customer relationships and working on a diverse range of equipment, this is your opportunity to build a rewarding long-term career with Hitachi.
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
About You
- Certificate III in Mobile Plant Technology, Diesel Mechanics or equivalent
- Current driver's licence
- Ability to work independently and solve technical issues
- OEM or earthmoving equipment experience (highly regarded)
- Commitment to safety, quality workmanship and continuous improvement
Hitachi Benefits - What's on Offer
- Competitive hourly rate + potential for overtime + company bi-annual bonuses!
- Exclusive Employee Perks: Access to our Employee Orange Benefits Program, offering discounts on a wide range of everyday goods and services
- Career: Permanent full-time role with a globally recognised OEM, providing stability and long-term career growth
- Supportive & Inclusive Culture: Work with approachable leaders who value your ideas, encourage innovation, and support your success
- Health & Wellbeing: Discounted Medibank health insurance plus access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family
- Refer & Be Rewarded: Earn cash rewards through our Employee Referral Program when you successfully refer a friend
- Family-First Benefits: Paid parental leave policy to support you and your family during life’s important moments
- Learning & Development: OEM-led training, continuous upskilling, and genuine opportunities for career progression within the business
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.