At a Glance
- Tasks: Service and repair hire equipment across FNQ, ensuring top-notch customer service.
- Company: Join Coates, a leader in equipment hire with a focus on safety and teamwork.
- Benefits: Attractive hourly rates, training opportunities, employee discounts, and career progression.
- Other info: Diversity and inclusion are key; all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
- Why this job: Make a real impact while working with diverse machinery in a dynamic environment.
- Qualifications: Drivers licence, trade qualifications, and experience with mechanical systems required.
The predicted salary is between 31.5 - 38.5 $ per hour.
Attractive hourly rates + Penalty rates on overtime
Permanent full-time position
Monday to Friday roster, some call outs required
Your new role in Cairns awaits: As a Field Service Mechanic, based in Cairns, you will assume responsibility for the efficient and effective servicing, repair and preventative maintenance of our extensive range of hire equipment and machinery on customer sites, all over the FNQ region.
You will also be responsible for:
- Promote a Safety First, Zero Harm culture – champion safety with your colleagues and customers.
- Diagnose and repair mechanical faults across a variety of equipment on site – work on Access, Earthmoving, Compaction, Generators, Lighting, Traffic Management, Trucks & Vehicles, Small Tools & Equipment and Material Handling, whilst always ensuring exceptional customer service and high standard of safety.
- Maintaining up-to-date service records for all service and repair work.
- Minimise operational downtime of equipment.
What you’ll bring to the role: In addition to effective time management, attention to detail and strong commitment to safety, you will also require:
- Drivers Licence & Relevant Trade Qualifications
- Troubleshooting, diagnostic and preventative maintenance skills
- Experience with petrol and diesel motors, hydraulics, pneumatics, and basic electrical skills
- Forklift & EWP ticket (highly regarded)
What you’ll get in return: As a member of the Coates team, you’ll enjoy a range of perks and benefits, including:
- Training and career progression pathways
- Access to our employee discounts and benefits program
- Purchased additional leave program
- Employee discounts on equipment hire
- Novated leasing and salary sacrifice
Diversity and inclusion are at the heart of our culture. Coates welcomes candidates from all backgrounds, experiences and perspectives to apply.
Fitter Mechanic – Field Service employer: Coates Hire Operations Pty Limited
Coates is an exceptional employer located in Cairns, offering a permanent full-time position as a Field Service Mechanic with attractive hourly rates and penalty rates for overtime. Our commitment to a Safety First, Zero Harm culture ensures a supportive work environment, while our focus on diversity and inclusion fosters a vibrant workplace where all employees can thrive. With ample training and career progression opportunities, Coates is dedicated to helping you grow your skills and advance your career in the dynamic field of equipment servicing.
Contact Details:
Coates Hire Operations Pty Limited Recruitment Team
