Job Description
FIELD SERVICE TECHNICIAN – Heavy Plant & Marine Equipment $$$
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Field Service Technician – Heavy Plant & Marine Equipment
n Base Location: Whitebay, NSW
n Start: ASAP
n Hours: 6:30am start | 10‐hour days | 5–6 days per week
n Travel: Extensive national travel required (accommodation + $80/day meal allowance provided)
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About the Role
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We are seeking an experienced Field Service Technician to join a well‐established contractor delivering major marine and civil infrastructure projects across Australia.
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This is a long‐term opportunity offering excellent pay, consistent work, and exposure to a wide variety of heavy plant and marine equipment.
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With current and upcoming projects in Sydney, Brisbane, Cairns, Perth, and regional Australia, this role suits a technician who enjoys variety, autonomy, and working on high‐profile projects nationwide.
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Equipment You'll Be Working On
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You will service, maintain and repair a diverse fleet including:
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Cranes (Franna and up to 60t rough terrain)
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Crawler cranes *******t)
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Excavators
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Telehandlers, forklifts, bobcats
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Hydraulic power packs
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Diesel electric generators
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Hydraulic impact hammers
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Barges with pedestal cranes
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Drill rigs (hydraulic & pneumatic)
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EWPs, compressors
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Trailer‐mounted diesel concrete pumps
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You must be confident across diesel engines, hydraulics, electrics, diagnostics and mechanical repairs.
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Key Responsibilities
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Service, maintain and repair heavy plant and marine equipment
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Perform field service and breakdown repairs across Australia
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Diagnose and rectify mechanical, hydraulic and electrical faults
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Work closely with the Sydney‐based Maintenance Manager
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Load and unload equipment using cranes (including occasional 100t crane work)
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Ensure strict compliance with safety and site requirements
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Work independently and take ownership of tasks
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Assist with shutdowns and major project mobilisations
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What's On Offer
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Excellent hourly rates
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Regular overtime with penalty rates
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Long‐term, stable employment
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Work on major marine and civil infrastructure projects
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Supportive team and strong maintenance culture
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Career progression for committed, high‐performing technicians
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Pay Rates (Based on Experience)
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$58/hr – Normal Time
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$73/hr – OT1
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$102/hr – OT2
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or
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$66/hr – ABN
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Requirements
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Diesel Fitter trade certificate (or equivalent heavy mechanical qualification)
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Strong experience with heavy plant and machinery
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Ability to work autonomously and problem‐solve
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White Card
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Open car licence
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Forklift ticket
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Own tools
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Willingness to travel extensively and work away
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Solid work ethic and commitment to long‐term employment
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📌 Field Service Technician - Heavy Plant & Marine Equipment $ (New South Wales)
🏢 Elite Resource Australia
📍 New South Wales