Job Description

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

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The Opportunity

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With strong growth in our QLD operations, our Wacol branch has an opportunity for a Worksop based Heavy Equipment Diesel Fitter to join the Hitachi team.

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This is a permanent full-time position which will see you focus on all aspects of Heavy Diesel mechanics and mobile plant equipment fitting.

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The responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

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- Routine Inspections: Conduct regular checks on machinery to identify wear and tear.
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- Preventive Maintenance: Perform scheduled maintenance tasks to prevent equipment failures.
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- Repair Work: Address breakdowns and failures by diagnosing issues and replacing failed components.
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- Equipment Assembly: Work on assembling machinery parts and components according to OEM specifications.
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- Disassembly: Take apart equipment for repairs, cleaning, or inspections.
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- Use tools and diagnostic equipment to identify failures in machinery.
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- Repairs: Apply solutions for mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical problems.
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- Reporting: Provide reports on equipment condition, performance, and any safety concerns.
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- Safety Checks: Ensure that all equipment complies with safety regulations and standards.
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- Safety Culture: Follow and promote safety culture within the workshop.
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- Functional Testing: Conduct tests on repaired equipment to ensure it operates as intended before returning it to service.
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About You

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As the ideal candidate, you will:

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- Hold relevant Australian (or Australian recognised) Mobile Plant,



Fitter Machinist or Heavy Diesel trade qualifications looking to learn OEM machinery
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- Ensure the HCA Safety Culture is embraced, displayed, and driven from within - safety takes priority over everything else
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- Have experienced within a similar role or in a workshop environment would be highly advantageous
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Hitachi Benefits - What's in it for you?

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- Competitive hourly rate (dependent on qualifications and experience) + company bi-annual bonuses
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- Career: Permanent full-time role with a globally recognised OEM, providing stability and long-term career growth
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- Supportive & Inclusive Culture: Work with approachable leaders who value your ideas, encourage innovation, and support your success
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- Health & Wellbeing: Discounted Medibank health insurance plus access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family
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- Refer & Be Rewarded: Earn cash rewards through our Employee Referral Program when you successfully refer a friend
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- Family-First Benefits: Paid parental leave policy to support you and your family during life's significant moments
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- Learning & Development: OEM-led training, continuous upskilling, and genuine opportunities for career progression within the business
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Here at Hitachi, we believe that success comes from the partnership of our market-leading products and the quality of our people. We are an equal opportunity employer, do not discriminate and wholeheartedly value diversity at our company.

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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.

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📌 Workshop Fitter (Queensland)
🏢 Hitachi Construction Machinery
📍 Queensland