At a Glance
- Tasks: Diagnose, maintain and repair heavy machinery in a hands-on field service role.
- Company: Join Komatsu Australia, a global leader with an inclusive culture.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, tool allowances, parental leave, and health discounts.
- Other info: Enjoy a zero-harm workplace culture and excellent career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact while developing your technical skills in a dynamic environment.
- Qualifications: Trade qualification and strong mechanical experience required.
The predicted salary is between 75600 - 92400 $ per year.
At Komatsu Australia you’ll be part of an inclusive culture where all our people thrive, reflected in our purpose:
creating value together .
We encourage people with diverse backgrounds to apply for this role.
As a Mobile Plant Mechanic / HD Fitter, you will represent Komatsu in the field, working closely with customers and their maintenance teams to diagnose, maintain and repair equipment.
Based in Emerald, this is a hands‑on role where your mechanical skills and fault‑finding ability will be put to use across a range of equipment and customer requirements.
We are open to technicians from a range of mechanical backgrounds.
Experience working on trucks, trailers or similar equipment will be highly regarded, with strong hydraulics and pneumatics experience essential.
You will provide technical advice, troubleshoot equipment issues and complete maintenance and repair work while ensuring jobs are carried out safely and to Komatsu standards.
This is an opportunity to join a global OEM, work with leading equipment and continue developing your technical career in a field service environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Diagnose, maintain and repair Komatsu equipment in a field service environment
- Work alongside customer technicians to provide technical advice, support and practical solutions
- Complete diagnostic testing and accurately record test results and machine specifications
- Identify and escalate machine or work‑related issues where required
- Maintain high standards of safety and comply with Komatsu Golden Rules and site requirements
- Build strong working relationships with customers and their maintenance teams
- Complete required service, warranty and job documentation within required timeframes
- Maintain required site tickets and inductions
- Continue developing technical capability through training and Komatsu Certified Technician programs
- Roster
7:7 Roster, predominately days with occasional nights.
Annualised Wages
Highly competitive annualised salary + super + tool of trade + overtime. (Additional to the above, is a $200 per week resident allowance for employee’s located/residing in the Emerald)
- Role Located
- Emerald, QLD
- Komatsu benefits
- Families Policy: 16 weeks of paid primary carer parental leave, 4 weeks of secondary carer leave, plus many more family friendly benefits.
- Financial: Income Protection Insurance and Death & Disability Insurance provided through our company superannuation fund; Novated leasing options available.
- Career: Recognition award payments, flexibility, further education studies and internal career development.
- Health: Corporate discount with Bupa, Total Wellbeing Solution with C&U Health.
- Travel: Discounts with Avis, Qantas, Crown, IHG and travel agents.
- Yearly Bonus: Potential to receive a yearly bonus.
- Referral Program: $3000 referral payment for referring a successful new employee to Komatsu.
- What we are looking for
- Trade qualification in a relevant mechanical, heavy vehicle, mobile plant or similar trade
- Strong mechanical experience with hydraulics and pneumatics
- Experience working on trucks, trailers, heavy mobile equipment or similar machinery
- Strong fault‑finding and diagnostic capability
- Ability to diagnose and repair mechanical and hydraulic systems
- Strong commitment to safety, quality and customer service
- Ability to work effectively alongside customer technicians and site teams
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong attention to detail and accurate job documentation
Komatsu offers a zero‑harm culture in the workplace and competitive remuneration package.
We employ people with different skills, abilities, cultural backgrounds, experiences, preferences, ethnicities and from different generations.
Komatsu is committed to a workplace where women can thrive.
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Mobile Plant Mechanic / HD Fitter in Emerald employer: Komatsu Australia
At Komatsu Australia, we pride ourselves on fostering an inclusive and supportive work environment where every employee can thrive. As a Resident Field Service Technician in Canberra, you'll enjoy a competitive remuneration package, extensive family-friendly benefits, and opportunities for career development within a leading global company. Join us to work with cutting-edge equipment while building strong customer relationships in a culture that prioritises safety and well-being.
