Workshop Fitter

About Us

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

The Opportunity

Hitachi is actively seeking a motivated individual to join the team in the position of Workshop HD Fitter at our Forrestdale Branch. This opportunity will see you assemble, maintain and repair a wide range of mining and construction equipment to customer specifications and provide quality diagnostic and general maintenance service in a professional, timely manner.

You will also be responsible for:

• The repair and maintenance of both new and used equipment
• Conduct basic failure analysis and identify specific modes of failure
• Preparation and testing pre-delivery inspections of new equipment
• Ensuring all work carried out is performed in a safe manner
• Completion and submission of all relevant paperwork and reports
• Maintain a clean and tidy working environment in line with the company’s 5S standards

To be successful in this role:

• You will have relevant Mobile Plant (or similar) trade qualifications
• Have previous experience with the assembly, overhaul, repair and servicing of mechanical and hydraulic components on construction and/or mining equipment.
• Heavy Rigid drivers licence and High Risk Work licences (forklift, dogging, working at heights, etc) would be highly regarded
• A safety focus with a good understanding of Workplace Health and Safety principles
• Good communication skills and a dedication to providing quality work for an OEM

Benefits

What is in it for you? We are offering:

• $$$ A competitive pay rate + potential to earn bi-annual bonuses!
• A permanent long term career in a growing business
• Discounted health insurance premiums & access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Supportive management 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 you are happy and safe at work!

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.