LV or Heavy Automotive Mechanic

About Us

Hitachi Construction Machinery (Australia) Pty Ltd is a leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment. At the heart of our machines, our talented and dedicated employees are committed to providing industry-leading after sales service and reliable solutions. 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'.

Come and discover the opportunity to join the team at Hitachi. We are here for the long haul.

Our Culture

A career at Hitachi provides the opportunity for you to make a difference. You will be a part of a global OEM renown for inspiring innovation, technology and a sustainable future.

Our vision, mission and values is to provide quality in everything we do, with the goal of total customer satisfaction. Guided by our leadership principles, we value our people through open communication and feedback so that you can contribute purposefully towards Hitachi's continued success.

We proudly partner with key charities who make significant positive impacts in paediatric health, indigenous education, mental health and cancer research. Additionally, Hitachi commits to protecting our environment through local initiatives which contribute towards global sustainability goals, ensuring that we leave the world a better place.

The Opportunity

Due to internal movement and growth within the Western Region, we are currently looking to appoint an experienced LV Fitter or Automotive Heavy Duty Mechanic. This is an exciting opportunity to join company that values your lifestyle and offers a flexible roster with job security and stability and real career progression opportunities.

In this role, your key focus will be performing planned maintenance and carrying out major component change outs across various mine sites throughout the Pilbara and North West regions. Working alongside experienced team members, you will be united in your approach to completing quality OEM level work whilst providing great customer service to our clients.

Working throughout WA on various rosters ex Perth or in the Southwest of Perth, you will:

Ensure the HCA Safety Culture is embraced, displayed and driven from within - safety takes priority over everything else
Hold relevant Australian (or Australian recognised) trade qualifications
Have knowledge and understanding of mining equipment
Have a strong work ethic and the ability to work in remote areas within a supported team
Have good communication and customer service skills with the ability to build long term relationships
A police clearance and current drivers licence are essential

Benefits

In return for your hard work and commitment, you will receive:

Competitive starting wage, 15% nightshift loading, zone allowance & the potential to earn bi-annual bonuses
Multiple rosters and ad hoc available
Scaled rates based on yearly performance & training completed
Reimbursements paid for transport to and from home to airport, or airport parking
Brand new HP Laptop provided to new employees – no more paper timesheets
Great workplace culture – empathetic & supportive supervisors who strive for good work/life balance
Tailored training to suit career development - inclusive of both Hitachi product specific & high-risk training
Dependent on trade qualifications, Hitachi will provide the opportunity to receive trade upgrades to Heavy Mobile Plant.
Relocation assistance if required
Opportunity to work on the entirety of the Hitachi range, inclusive of new EX-7
Exclusive staff discounts on Medibank Health Cover and Hitachi appliances, and other products & services
In house training departments that focus on increase of technical skills with opportunities for upskilling with access to the latest technologies
Supportive management who value your input in finding new and improved ways to achieving success. Skills matrix allowing visibility on training required available to advance and develop your career
A permanent long term career in a growing business
Be a part of a leading OEM which genuinely values and ensures everyone is happy and safe at work while supplying you with full uniform and PPE

At Hitachi, we value our people and work towards providing guidance on your career path towards a rewarding and successful experience. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer who recruits based on merit and capabilities. We encourage and support a diverse talent pool of skill, ethnicity and gender, to create a wide culture of shared values and enriched experiences in our business.

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