Technician - Workshop
About Us
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
As a Workshop Technician for our Townsville Branch, you will be responsible for providing mechanical and electrical technical maintenance to Komatsu machinery and equipment whilst ensuring a high level of customer service to our existing and new customer base.
Roster: Monday to Friday, with potential for overtime when required
Role Located: Townsville
Rate: $41 - 48 per hour + Super + allowances + overtime rates
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist the team in the planning of maintenance schedules and workload by engaging in positive communication
- Supply practical technical expertise and assistance to minimise equipment down time
- Set an example of commitment to safety at all times by actively engaging in all aspects of safety and performance
- Liaise with relevant personnel to ensure all required policies, procedures and resources are available prior to carrying out planned work
- Carry out downloads and analysis of on board computer systems
- Provide a high quality standard of work and diagnosis by using the workshop manual
- Provide well written service reports covering complaint, cause and correction
- Ensure all timesheets are completed end of shift and are signed off by the customer
- Report hazards, incidents and accidents to relevant personnel
- Assist the Branch in various areas whilst other team members are on annual leave
- Assist with duties that maybe assigned by your manager or supervisor
- To always ensure that your actions are such that promotes the name of Komatsu Australia and by due process leads to the long-term profitability of the Company.
The Knowledge, Skills and Abilities we're Looking For:
- Trade qualification as a Mobile Plant Technician/Diesel Fitter or equivalent.
- Excellent communication skills both written and oral to effectively communicate with customers and personnel at all levels.
- An excellent understanding and commitment to Safety
- Must have a working knowledge local and mine specific, Environment, OH&S, and Industrial legislation
- Ability to analyse technical problems and suggest remedies
- Ability to read and understand Electrical and Mechanical Drawings
- Appropriate demeanor to create a positive “team atmosphere”
- Ability to work safely under pressure and meet deadlines
- Must have a motor vehicle license
- Previous experience with Komatsu equipment including Electrical Drive Off Highway Trucks
- Sound Trouble Shooting Skills
- Previous exposure to KAL Maintenance and Operational Policies
Why work for us!
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.
- Yearly Bonus: Potential to receive a yearly bonus.
- Referral Program: $3000 referral payment for referring a successful new employee to Komatsu.
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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.