Mechanic

Great opportunity for a mechanic to upskill with a reputable materials handling OEM. Seeking a positive, motivated candidate for a long-term role.

• Opporunity to train & upskill with a reputable materials handling OEM
• Starting rate of $50.00ph + super + OT at penalty rates + annual leave + sick
• Work closely with 15 experienced technicians

The opportunity and why apply

Paying an attractive hourly rate plus lots of overtime, this is an opportunity to really move your career and earnings forward. Some of the key selling points include;-

• Work closely with 15 experienced technicians
• Must have a positive attitude towards work and the opporunity to upskill
• Dedicated to long term job security with a global OEM with an excellent reputation
• Extensive amounts of training, upskilling and development into a field service technician role
• Work on a wide range of heavy materials handling equipment with modern technology
• Enjoy a role where no day will be the same, work across a range of different sites
• Modern field service UTE with major tooling provided
• Wide range of company PPE and merchandise when you start

The company

With a global footprint and operations on a multinational scale, this highly regarded materials handling OEM has developed an excellent reputation for themselves over the last 3+ decades. Join a business that is;-

• Heavily invested in new technology including EV fleets
• People focused management team with a strong team orientated culture
• Wide range of training and OEM upskilling opportunities

The branch and working locations

As a Mechanic / Field Service Technician you will be based from the main branch depot in western Melbourne. However you'll spend most of your time on the road and enjoy developing relationships at various working locations including;-

• 80% of your time will be at Port Melbourne
• 20% of your time will at warehousing facilities
• Large manufacturing and warehouse facilities in Melbourne
• Branch workshop

The role and machinery

In this role you will enjoy the opporunity to train and upskill to become experienced with the companies mobile equipment fleet which includes heavy forklifts, reach stackers, cranes, integrated tool carriers and other materials handling machines. Your duties in the field will involve;-

• Scheduled servicing and auditing and statutory checks
• Component change outs, preventative maintenance, scheduled maintenance, equipment/ technology upgrades
• Breakdowns, fault finding, diagnostics, problem solving
• Warranty work

The roster and hours:

• Standard hours will be Monday to Thursday from 6.00/7.00am to 2.30/3.30pm (Can vary)
• Standard hours on Friday will be from 6.00/7.00am to 1.00pm / 2.00pm (can vary)
• Regular and consistent opportunities for overtime before and after work
• Travel time paid from the moment you leave you house to the job site (depending on the location of the work)

Your skills and experience

You will come from a trade qualification in light vehicle mechanics or heavy diesel mechanics and have the following skills and attributes;-

• Heavy vehicle, road transport or earthmoving experience
• Materials handling experience is highly regarded, however not essential
• Ability to work in the field and attend breakdowns and problem solve jobs autonomously
• Hydraulic and electrical diagnostics is highly regarded in this role (not essential, training available)
• Strong customer service skills and an excellent attitude towards work
• Looking for a long-term permanent role with high earning opportunities

In the past 5 years we have been extremely humbled to have placed over 16,000 people into meaningful employment. This equates to 21 lives enhanced every day!

Ellissa Smith | esmith@marble.com.au | 02 8116 2260 | 0448 546 386

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