Forklifts | Materials Handling | Field Service

Be part of building our new Queensland operation.

Chadwick Forklifts is an established Australian materials handling business with more than 30 years' industry experience, providing forklift sales, rentals, servicing, parts and tailored customer solutions.

As part of our continued growth, we are establishing a new operation in Yatala, Queensland, and are seeking an experienced Field Service Technician to join our team.

This is an opportunity to join us at the beginning of our Queensland expansion, servicing customers across the region and helping deliver the reliable, professional service Chadwicks is known for.

THE ROLE

Primarily field-based, you will carry out servicing, maintenance and repairs on forklifts and materials handling equipment at customer sites, supported by our growing local operation.

Key responsibilities include:

- Perform preventative maintenance, servicing, repairs and fault diagnosis.
- Troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic and electrical issues.
- Deliver professional, reliable service and build strong customer relationships.
- Complete service reports and maintenance records accurately.
- Manage daily service requirements, parts and job documentation.
- Maintain high standards of safety, workmanship and customer service.
- As we establish our Queensland operation, you may also assist with workshop activities as required.

ABOUT YOU

You are a capable, customer-focused technician who takes pride in your work and can operate independently in a field service environment.

Ideally, you will have:

- Experience servicing forklifts, materials handling equipment or similar industrial machinery.
- Strong mechanical fault-finding skills, with hydraulic and electrical knowledge.
- Relevant mechanical trade qualifications,



such as Diesel Mechanic or Motor Mechanic.
- Good communication skills and the ability to manage your workload.
- A current driver's licence and a strong commitment to safety.
- Forklift industry experience will be highly regarded, with transferable experience from heavy equipment or related industries also welcome.

WHY CHADWICKS?

Chadwicks offers the backing of an established Australian business, a strong customer-focused culture and a genuine commitment to growth.

Supported by our parent company, Nikken Corporation, a wholly owned subsidiary of Mitsubishi Corporation, we continue to invest in our people, service capability and geographic footprint.

You’ll receive a fully equipped service van that can be garaged at home, along with the opportunity to help establish our Queensland presence as part of a growing team.

Great conditions, support staff and a family first culture

- A 6-month $2,500 sign on bonus AND a further $2,500 bonus after the successful completion of 12 months continuous employment.
- Paid day off on your birthday with a $150 CASH GIFT!!
- The opportunity to join a well-established and growing organization voted HRIA 2021 Rental Company of the Year
- 100% safety first culture + new equipment and the latest vans.
- Training and development – we will support your growth within your role with internal career pathing opportunities and study assistance options to help you complete a course or qualifications
- Stable and long-term employment

THE OPPORTUNITY

If you're a skilled technician who values quality workmanship, customer relationships and being part of a growing business, we'd like to hear from you.

Location: Yatala, QLD – primarily field-based
Employment: Full time

Join Chadwicks as we build our Queensland presence.

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