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Job Title


Workshop Leading Hand


Company : Hitachi Construction Machinery Co., Ltd.


Location : Melbourne, Australia


Created : 2025-11-29


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Join a global leader in the construction & mining industryAccess to OEM training, benefits, and opportunities to build on existing skillsEarning capacity of between $120k - $140k annually inclusive of overtime and bonusesAbout UsHitachi Construction Machinery (Australia) Pty Ltd is a leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment.The OpportunityWe are on the lookout for an experienced, trade qualified Heavy Diesel Mechanic to join our Dandenong branch workshop team as a Leading Hand. This role will see you lead a highly skilled workshop crew performing assembly, maintenance, and repairs on a wide range of construction equipment.Reporting to the Branch Co-ordinator, your responsibilities will also include:Leading a team of Workshop technicians to meet, deliver and exceed service expectationsDriving a safety-first culture within the departmentLiaising with technical support staff and coordinating diagnostics, maintenance and repair workManaging work schedules and daily workshop activities to ensure efficient utilization of equipment and resourcesLiaise with stakeholders pertaining to machine performance, product, workmanship, and warrantyAs the ideal candidate, you will have:Hold relevant Australian (or Australian recognised) heavy diesel or mobile plant trade qualificationsEarthmoving equipment experience is requiredLeadership experience in a comparable industry is desirableSafety first mindset - ensure the HCA Safety Culture is embraced, displayed, and driven from withinStrong communication and customer service skills with the ability to build long term relationshipsThe ability to navigate complex technical issues to deliver high quality outcomes in repair and maintenance services with minimal to zero reworkHitachi Benefits Whats in it for you?Rewarding Salary Package: Earning capacity between $120k - $140k annually including overtime and bonusesFlexible Working Roster: Option to work a 9-day fortnightEmployee Rewards: Exclusive staff discounts on a range of goods and services through our Employee Orange Benefits ProgramCulture: Supportive management who value your input in finding new and improved ways to achieving successHealth: Discounted Medibank health insurance policy + EAP to support our employees and their familiesEmployee Referral Program: Successfully refer a friend and earn cash!Paid Parental Leave Company PolicyCareer Progression: Ongoing professional development through Hitachis industry-recognized training programs and leadership courses.Here at Hitachi, we believe that success comes from the partnership of our market-leading products and the quality of our people. We are an equal opportunity employer, do not discriminate on any basis and wholeheartedly value diversity at our company.As part of our recruitment process, successful candidates may be required to undergo background checks, including (but not limited to) criminal history record checks and employment medical assessments. #J-18808-Ljbffr