Service Technician | Fitter | Blackwater, QLD | Hourly rate + Super +FMV

Lead Group · Cairns City QLD 4870 · Full time
Posted 7d ago

Service Technician | Fitter | Blackwater, QLD | Hourly rate + Super +FMV

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~$75k - $105k(Estimated)
Competitive Hourly Rate + Super + Overtime/Oncall
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KEY POINTS WE FOUND
  • Provide mobile onsite servicing, repairs, installation and replacement of hydraulic and industrial hoses and fittings.
  • Travel to customer sites, operate a Mobile Service Unit, complete service documentation and maintain professional client relationships.
  • Work to safety and quality procedures, participate in a rotating on-call roster and support a 7/7 or 10/4 roster.

My client is a well-established Australian business specialising in the onsite servicing, installation and replacement of hydraulic and industrial hoses, fittings and associated products.

We are seeking a reliable and hands-on Mobile Service Technician to join their team based in Blackwater, QLD.

This is a field-based opportunity suited to someone with a mechanical background and experience in mechanical fitting, hydraulics, hose assembly, fluid power or a similar trade. Relocation or DIDO arrangements are available, making this an excellent opportunity for candidates based locally or those looking to relocate to the Central Queensland region.

About the Role:
As a Mobile Service Technician, you will travel to customer sites throughout the local mining and industrial area, providing onsite hose assembly, installation, servicing and replacement. You'll enjoy a varied role combining practical mechanical work, customer interaction and independent field service.

Your responsibilities will include:

  • Attending customer sites to carry out hose servicing, repairs and replacements
  • Assembling and installing hydraulic and industrial hoses and fittings
  • Using hand tools, measuring equipment and service machinery
  • Maintaining and operating the Mobile Service Unit
  • Completing service documentation and work orders
  • Delivering professional customer service and maintaining strong client relationships
  • Following workplace health, safety and quality procedures
  • Participating in a rotating on-call roster

You will ideally have:

  • Previous experience in mechanical fitting, hydraulics, fluid power, hose assembly or a similar field
  • Strong mechanical aptitude and practical problem-solving skills
  • Experience using hand tools and measuring equipment
  • A current manual Australian driver's licence
  • Strong communication and customer service skills
  • Good time management and organisational skills
  • A reliable work ethic with a strong focus on quality and safety
  • The ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Full, unrestricted working rights in Australia

Desirable:

  • Hydraulic hose or fluid power industry experience
  • Familiarity with hydraulic hoses, fittings and associated products
  • Certificate III in Engineering – Mechanical Trade or a related qualification
  • Hose Assembly & Installation or Fluid Power qualifications

Training and development will be provided where required, making this a great opportunity for someone looking to build their skills within the hydraulic service industry.

What's on Offer?

  • Competitive hourly rate + bonuses
  • Overtime opportunities
  • 7/7 or 10/4 Roster
  • Relocation or DIDO options available
  • Ongoing training and career development
  • Supportive team environment
  • Varied, hands-on mobile service work
  • Opportunity to work within the mining and industrial sector

If you're mechanically minded and looking for a hands-on mobile service role offering variety, flexibility and ongoing development, this could be the opportunity for you.

Whether you're based in Central Queensland or considering relocating, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply directly or contact Chris Minehan on ************ for a confidential discussion.

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Skills

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Customer serviceExcellent communication skillsFluid powerHand toolsHose installationHose servicing and repairHydraulic hose assemblyHydraulicsIndependent workManual drivingMeasuring equipmentMechanical fittingMobile service unit operationProblem solvingQuality focusService documentationTeamworkTime managementWork health and safetyWork order completion

Licenses & certifications

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Certificate iii in engineering - mechanical trade or related qualificationCurrent manual australian drivers licenceFluid power qualificationHose assembly & installation qualification

Perks & benefits

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7/7 or 10/4 rosterBonusesCareer developmentCompetitive hourly rateOngoing trainingOvertime opportunitiesRelocation or dido optionsSupportive team environmentVaried hands-on work

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