Field Service Mechanic - Lube Truck | Adelaide
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Field Service Mechanic - Lube Truck
- Adelaide, SA, Australia
- Full Time - Permanent
About Us
Hitachi Construction Machinery (Australia) Pty Ltd is a leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment.
The Opportunity
We are currently seeking a motivated and trade-qualified mechanic to join our Field Service team as a Field Service Technician (Lube Truck) on a 7/7 roster. Based out of our Cavan branch, this role will see you working across customer sites, carrying out preventive maintenance, servicing, inspections, and minor repairs on Hitachi earthmoving equipment.
Key responsibilities include:
- Carrying out high-quality maintenance, repair work, inspections, and routine servicing on our premium equipment in the field
- Conducting machine health checks and identifying maintenance requirements before they become major issues
- Completing inspection reports and other essential documentation accurately and efficiently
- Delivering exceptional customer service and building positive relationships with customers onsite
- Minimising machine downtime and maximising equipment productivity for our customers
- Maintaining a strong commitment to safety, quality, and compliance at all times
About You
As the ideal candidate, you will have:
- Relevant trade qualification – Heavy Diesel Technicians and Truck/Heavy Commercial Mechanics are encouraged to apply
- Demonstrated experience servicing and/or repairing automotive, heavy vehicle, earthmoving, agricultural, mining, or construction equipment
- Strong communication skills with a customer-focused approach
- The ability to diagnose and navigate technical issues relating to repair and maintenance activities
- A proactive, self-motivated attitude with the ability to work independently and as part of a team
- A current MR Driver’s Licence or higher
- A strong commitment to workplace safety and high-quality workmanship
Hitachi Benefits - What’s on Offer
- Work/Life Balance: 7/7 Roster
- Competitive all-inclusive rate + Bi-Annual Bonuses: Be rewarded for your skills and performance with a highly competitive package
- 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.