Workshop Leading Hand

About Us

Hitachi Construction Machinery (Australia) Pty Ltd is a leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment. 

The Opportunity

We are currently seeking a trade qualified Diesel Mechanic to join the Workshop team as our Leading Hand based in the Somerton branch. This role will see you lead a highly skilled workshop crew performing assembly, maintenance, and repairs on a wide range of construction equipment.

Reporting to the Branch Co-ordinator, your responsibilities will include:

• Leading a team Workshop Technicians to meet, deliver and exceed service expectations
• Driving efficiency within the team to meet tight deadlines whilst ensuring employees comply with all WHS responsibilities and that a safety first culture is a consistent behaviour within the department
• Liaising with technical support staff and coordinate diagnostic, maintenance and repair work
• Maintaining work schedules to ensure efficient utilization of equipment and resources
• Be responsible for the day-to-day activities of workshop personnel and ensure labour is used effectively
• Liaise with stakeholders pertaining to machine performance, product, workmanship, and warranty

To be successful in this role you will have:

• Previous experience leading a team to achieve and exceed set goals
• Hold relevant Australian (or Australian recognised) diesel or mobile plant trade qualifications
• Safety first mindset - ensure the HCA Safety Culture is embraced, displayed, and driven from within
• Strong communication and customer service skills with the ability to build long term relationships
• The ability to navigate complex technical issues to deliver high quality outcomes in repair and maintenance services with minimal to zero rework
• Excellent technical knowledge of Hitachi mining and construction equipment would be highly advantageous

Benefits – What’s in it for you?

• Competitive pay rate + the potential to earn company biannual bonuses
• Permanent Full Time Position in a leading OEM with long term job security
• Exclusive staff discount on a range of goods and services through our Employee Rewards Program
• Continuous training and upskilling with real career development opportunities
• Supportive mentors who value your input in finding new and improved ways to achieving success
• Be a part of a leading OEM which genuinely values and ensures everyone is happy and safe at work!

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.