Field Service Technician/Service Specialist
No forklift experience required - full training and one-on-one mentoring
Permanent Monday to Friday role with genuine career progression
High Class Tooling & Fully Maintained Vehicle provided
About Us:As one of Australia's largest and fastest-growing materials handling hire and sales companies, Adaptalift Group has over 40 years of heritage as a proudly family-owned and operated business.
Employing more than 600 people across Australia and New Zealand, our people enjoy making a real difference for our customers as part of a dynamic, values-led organisation where safety is at the forefront of everything we do.
We're looking for qualifiedLight Vehicle Mechanicswho are ready to take the next step in their career.
If you're a qualified Light Vehicle Mechanic looking to broaden your skills and build a long-term career, this is your opportunity to transition into the growing materials handling industry.
No prior forklift experience is required.
From day one, you'll be partnered with a qualified technician who will mentor and support you while you develop the skills and confidence to become a Service Specialist.
With full training, ongoing coaching and a clear career pathway, you'll soon be working on industry-leading Hyster and Yale forklifts as part of one of Australia's leading materials handling businesses.
What You Will Be Doing Day-to-Day:
Service, repair and maintain Hyster and Yale forklifts and material handling equipment
Diagnose mechanical, electrical and hydraulic faults
Complete scheduled servicing and preventative maintenance
Learn current technologies through ongoing manufacturer and in-house training
Work alongside experienced technicians while developing your technical skills




Deliver exceptional customer service and ensure equipment is operating safely and efficiently
Build your career within a growing industry offering genuine long-term opportunities
Enjoy a role with plenty of variety – no two days are the same!
What's in it for You?
Full-time permanent position with long-term job security
Monday to Friday role with overtime opportunities available
Structured training program designed specifically for Light Vehicle Mechanics transitioning into the materials handling industry
Be partnered with a qualified technician who will mentor and support you throughout your training
Ongoing manufacturer training, mentoring and career development
Genuine long-term career opportunities with clear pathways across the Adaptalift Group
Supportive, collaborative team environment
Retail, fuel & grocery discounts + employee milestone celebrations
Wellbeing support and employee recognition programs
What We're Looking For:
Trade qualified Light Vehicle Mechanic (Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology or equivalent)
Experience working within an automotive dealership or workshop environment
Passion for diagnostics, fault finding and problem solving
Strong mechanical aptitude with a willingness to learn new equipment and technologies
Excellent communication and customer service skills
Current Australian Driver's Licence
A positive attitude and commitment to safety
No forklift experience required– we'll provide all the training and support you need to succeed.
Applications:
If you're ready to use your automotive skills in a growing industry with genuine career opportunities, we'd love to hear from you.APPLY NOWto submit your application and start your next chapter with Adaptalift Group.
#J-*****-Ljbffr

📌 Field Service Technician/Service Specialist (Melbourne)
🏢 Adaptalift Group
📍 Melbourne