An exciting prospect is available for a motivated and mechanically minded person to kick-start their career as a qualified Mobile Plant Technician with Hubtex Australia.

Based at our Riverstone branch, you will earn while you learn, working towards your Certificate III in Mobile Plant Technology while gaining hands-on experience servicing and repairing specialised forklifts and materials handling equipment.

You’ll work alongside experienced technicians, receive ongoing technical training and gain exposure to mechanical, electrical, hydraulic and diagnostic systems on a wide variety of equipment.

The Company

Hubtex Australia is a national leader in articulated forklifts, multidirectional sideloaders and specialised materials handling solutions, with branches across five Australian states. As a wholly owned subsidiary of HUBTEX Maschinenbau, we provide direct factory-backed technical support, engineering expertise and access to premium materials handling technology.

We pride ourselves on being a strong, financially secure business with a supportive team environment and a genuine focus on developing our people.

The Role

As an Apprentice Mobile Plant Technician, you will work alongside our experienced technicians and gradually develop the skills required to become a qualified tradesperson.

Your role will include

- Assisting with servicing, maintenance and repairs of forklifts and materials handling equipment
- Working on electric, LPG and diesel-powered equipment
- Assisting with mechanical, electrical and hydraulic repairs
- Learning to diagnose faults using specialised diagnostic equipment
- Assisting with pre-delivery inspections and preparation of new and used equipment
- Learning to read technical manuals, hydraulic schematics and electrical diagrams




- Using specialised tools and diagnostic equipment
- Following safe work procedures and maintaining a clean and organised work area

You will gain practical experience across a broad range of equipment while being supported throughout your apprenticeship.

What We Offer

You will receive:
- Certificate III in Mobile Plant Technology apprenticeship
- Earn while you learn
- Hands-on training with experienced technicians
- Ongoing technical and product training
- Comprehensive induction and ongoing support
- Exposure to mechanical, hydraulic and electrical systems
- Company-provided specialised tools and diagnostic equipment
- Company-provided uniforms and Personal Protective Equipment
- Excellent workshop facilities and working conditions
- Friendly and supportive team environment
- Career development opportunities within a national company
- Exposure to premium and specialised materials handling equipment

Skills and Experience

You enjoy working with your hands, solving problems and understanding how things work. You take pride in your work, are willing to learn and understand the importance of being reliable and working safely.

We are looking for someone who is:

- Mechanically minded with a genuine interest in the trade
- Eager to learn and willing to take on new challenges
- Reliable, punctual and committed to completing their apprenticeship




- Able to follow instructions and work as part of a team
- Practical and comfortable working with tools and equipment
- Organised and able to maintain a clean and tidy work area
- A good communicator with a positive attitude
- Willing to ask questions and show initiative
- Committed to producing a high standard of work
- Genuinely committed to workplace health and safety

Previous mechanical experience is not essential. We are more interested in your attitude, reliability, mechanical interest and willingness to learn. Experience working on cars, motorbikes, machinery or mechanical projects at home, school or work would be an advantage.

Why Join Hubtex?

This isn't an apprenticeship where you'll spend your time doing the same basic tasks every day. You'll have the opportunity to learn across mechanical, electrical, hydraulic and diagnostic systems, working on specialised equipment and developing skills that can build the foundation for a long-term career.

As your skills and experience develop, there are opportunities to progress into field service and other technical roles within our national business.

To Apply

Please submit a current Resume including your work experience, education and any relevant extracurricular activities, hobbies or mechanical interests. We would also like a short Cover Letter telling us:

- Why you are interested in becoming a Mobile Plant Technician
- Why you would like to complete your apprenticeship with Hubtex
- Any mechanical, automotive or hands-on experience you have
- What you can bring to our team

If you are mechanically minded, willing to learn and ready to start a rewarding trade career, we would love to hear from you.

📌 Apprentice Mobile Plant Technician (Riverstone)
🏢 Hubtex Australia
📍 Riverstone