Leading Hand - Rental

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.

The Opportunity: 

Are you a hands‑on leader who thrives in a busy, high‑performing workshop?

We’re looking for a Leading Hand to join our Rental workshop in Sherwood, supporting a team of 15 skilled technicians and keeping our rental fleet operating at its best.

This role blends on‑the-tools mechanical work with day‑to‑day leadership. You’ll allocate jobs, mentor apprentices, uphold safety and quality standards, and keep workflow moving across a fast‑paced rental operation.

Whether your background is mobile plant, heavy diesel, trucks, trailers or road transport, your mechanical capability and leadership mindset are what matter most. Komatsu will support you to grow your OEM experience and step up in your career.

With long‑term pathways across a global OEM, this is a strong opportunity to lead, develop and make your mark.

Choose your Roster:
Monday to Friday – 6:00am to 3:00pm with a Fortnightly RDO
OR
Compressed work week 4:3 working 6:00am to 4:00pm

Hourly Rate: $52.94 p/h base + overtime + leading hand allowance + super

Role Located:  Sherwood, 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 provided through our company superannuation fund.
• Career: Recognition, awards, flexibility, further education studies and internal career development.
• Health: Corporate discount with Bupa, Total Wellbeing Solution with Telus Health.
• Travel: Discounts with Avis, Qantas, Crown, IHG and travel agents.
• Referral Program: $3000 referral payment for referring a successful new employee to Komatsu.

What we are looking for:

• Cert 3 Mobile Plant Technology, Heavy Commercial (Road Transport) or equivalent

• Proven experience in a similar workshop leading hand or senior fitter role

• Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to guide a young team and support apprentices

• Technical expertise in construction and mining equipment, including diagnostics, repairs and rebuilds

• Demonstrated commitment to safety and promoting safe work practices in a busy workshop environment

• C class driver's licence

Ready to get started? Simply hit the apply now button!

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.