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 of trade, overtime, and family-friendly policies.
- Other info: Enjoy a zero-harm workplace culture and excellent career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Work with cutting-edge equipment and develop your technical skills in a dynamic environment.
- Qualifications: Trade qualification in mechanical or heavy vehicle fields and strong fault-finding skills.
The predicted salary is between 82800 - 101200 $ 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.
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 elevate 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 programmes
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 employees located/residing in Emerald)
Role Located: Emerald, QLD
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.
Mobile Plant Mechanic / HD Fitter in Emerald employer: Komatsu Mining Corp.
At Komatsu, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters collaboration and innovation. Located in Mackay, Queensland, our team enjoys a hybrid work environment with opportunities for professional growth and development in the mining and heavy equipment sector. We are committed to creating a safe and inclusive workplace, where every employee can thrive and contribute to meaningful projects that enhance customer partnerships and drive industry excellence.
