## About the Role
Looking to build a specialised, highly sought-after mechanical skill set?
We are seeking a mechanically minded individual to join our team as a Mobile Hose Fitter / Field Service Technician.
In this role, you will operate a dedicated mobile service unit, responding to local breakdown requests and solve fluid power issues on-site.
You do not need prior hydraulic experience.
We are looking for someone who loves hands-on problem-solving, working with tools, and wants to master a highly technical trade.
## What You Will Gain (The Pirtek Advantage)
When you join us, you aren't just getting a job on the road—you are gaining a world-class education from Australia's most experienced group of hydraulic hose and thread specialists.
We will fast-track your technical knowledge from the ground up, teaching you:
* Hose Dynamics & Uses: Master the science behind high-pressure fluid systems, understanding how different hoses react to extreme pressure, temperature, and bend radiuses across diverse machinery.
* Advanced Thread Identification: Learn to identify and match a massive variety of European, American, British, and Asian threads and fittings on sight—a rare skill that makes you an invaluable technician.
* System Diagnostics: Develop the ability to inspect complex machinery, trace fluid lines, and diagnose faults on the fly.
## What We Offer
* Comprehensive Paid Training: Complete, hands-on training to get you fully confident with the tools, safety protocols, and technical data.
* On-the-Road Independence:



Spend your days managing your own unit on the road, not trapped in the same workshop day after day.
* Stable, Local Roster: Predictable Monday to Friday day shifts (8:00 AM to 4:30 PM) with a shared after-hours roster (1 week on-call every 3 weeks).
* Tools of the Trade: Fully equipped service van, fuel card, and modern tools provided.
## Daily Variety (Where You Will Be Working)
You will travel to a diverse mix of local customer sites, keeping the work interesting:
* Civil construction and earthmoving projects
* Transport, trucking, and logistics depots
* Marine and waterfront facilities
* Local fixed-plant industrial sites
## What We Are Looking For
We are highly flexible on your background.
You might be a trade-qualified mechanic/fitter looking to specialise, or someone with informal mechanical experience who just loves working with their hands.
* Strong Mechanical Aptitude: You enjoy pulling things apart, fixing things, and understanding how mechanical systems work.
Prior knowledge of fitting is highly regarded but not required.
* Valid Driver's Licence (Essential): Because you will be operating a mobile service van and driving to field sites most of the day, a clean licence (either manual or automatic transmission) is a strict requirement.
* Reliability & Independence: You can work alone safely in office, manage your time effectively, and turn up ready for your scheduled shifts and on-call weeks.
Candidates must possess valid work authorisation to be employed in Australia.

📌 Mobile Service Technician (Townsville)
🏢 Pirtek
📍 Townsville