Workshop Fitter

Hitachi Construction Machinery (Australia) Pty Ltd is a leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment. At the heart of our machines, our talented and dedicated employees are committed to providing industry-leading after sales service and reliable solutions. We are dedicated to supporting our people, rewarding successes and helping individuals grow. We offer a career path with the future in mind, providing training and development opportunities to help us achieve quality standards. We inspire a safe and healthy working environment through our safety and wellness campaigns so that we can all 'See You Tomorrow'.

Come and discover the opportunity to join the team at Hitachi. We are here for the long haul.

• Our Culture

A career at Hitachi provides the opportunity for you to make a difference. You will be a part of a global OEM renown for inspiring innovation, technology and a sustainable future.

Our vision, mission and values is to provide quality in everything we do, with the goal of total customer satisfaction. Guided by our leadership principles, we value our people through open communication and feedback so that you can contribute purposefully towards Hitachi's continued success.

We proudly partner with key charities who make significant positive impacts in paediatric health, indigenous education, mental health and cancer research. Additionally, Hitachi commits to protecting our environment through local initiatives which contribute towards global sustainability goals, ensuring that we leave the world a better place.

• 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 value our people and work towards providing guidance on your career path towards a rewarding and successful experience. 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.