Workshop Fitter

**About the Role**

HCA’s Somerton Branch is seeking a qualified tradesperson to join our team in the position of **Workshop Heavy Diesel/Plant Mechanic**.

The overall purpose of this position is to prepare new Hitachi, and Bell products to customer specifications, and provide quality diagnostic and general maintenance service in a professional, timely manner.

**Benefits for you**:

- Competitive pay rate + potential overtime + company biannual bonuses
- Permanent Full Time Position in a leading OEM with long term job security
- Genuine life / work balance working on a Monday to Friday roster with potential weekend work
- Exclusive staff discount on a range of goods and services
- OEM training and opportunities for upskilling with access to the latest technologies
- Supportive mentors who value your input in finding new and improved ways to achieving success

**You will be responsible for**:

- Diagnostic, repairs and maintenance of new and used equipment in accordance with manufacturer specifications and or specified times targeting improved punctuality and job efficiency.
- Preparation and testing pre-delivery inspections of new equipment
- Ensuring all work carried out is performed in a safe manner
- Completion and submission of all relevant paperwork and reports
- Maintain a clean and tidy working environment in line with the company’s 5S standards

**To be successful in this role**:

- Relevant mechanical Trade qualification
- Have previous experience with the overhaul, repair and servicing of mechanical and hydraulic components on earthmoving equipment
- Heavy Rigid and Forklift licence would be highly regarded
- A safety focus with a good understanding of Workplace Health and Safety principles
- Good communication skills and a dedication to providing quality work for an OEM
- Able to work within a team environment
- At Hitachi, we are dedicated to supporting our people, rewarding successes and helping individuals grow. We offer a career path with the future in mind, providing training and development opportunities to help us achieve quality standards. We inspire a safe and healthy working environment through our safety and wellness campaigns so that we can all 'See You Tomorrow'._

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