Workshop Technician

Workshop Plant Technician

• Company: Manitou Center Sydney (MCS)

• Location: Based at the Rosehill Manitou Center Sydney office/dealership , covering the Sydney Metro, Newcastle, Wollongong, and regional areas.

• Reporting To: Service Supervisor

About Manitou Center Sydney (MCS)

The Manitou Center Sydney (MCS) is a factory dealership 100% owned by Manitou, covering the Sydney, Wollongong, Newcastle, and ACT regions. We pride ourselves on offering top-of-the-range services and premium Manitou machinery to end customers, catering directly to agriculture, construction, and industrial needs.

Position Overview

We are seeking a skilled Workshop Plant Technician to join our team. In this role, your core focus will be machine pre-delivery preparation, mechanical repairs and ongoing maintenance for high-quality machinery - including elevating work platforms, telescopic handlers, skid steers and forklifts. You will work extensively across DC electrical systems, hydraulic systems, and essential mechanical components like engines and motors.

Key Responsibilities

• Diagnostics & Fault Finding: Perform precise troubleshooting, servicing, and diagnostic repairs on customer and internal fleet machinery.

• Engine & System Service: Maintain and repair mechanical components across diesel, LPG, petrol engines.

• Drivetrain & Controls: Repair and service steering systems, brake systems, and manual, powershift, or hydrostatic transmissions.

• Hydraulics & Electrical: Troubleshoot and repair hydraulic valves, cylinders, electrical starting/charging systems, and machinery accessories.

• Pre-Delivery: Undertake new machine pre-delivery preparations, accessory installations and thorough quality inspections.

• Documentation: Process daily workshop service and repair documentation, ensuring any items requiring attention are reported to the supervisor.

• Parts Liaison: Collaborate directly with the spare parts team to specify and secure components required for repairs.

• Efficiency & Satisfaction: Complete all service and repair tasks within reasonable timeframes to uphold peak customer satisfaction, safety, and quality standards.

• Safety & Housekeeping: Work safely, utilize provided PPE, comply with current Occupational Safety and Health (OS&H) legislation and maintain excellent workshop housekeeping.

• Team Support: Provide cross-functional support and execute other duties as directed.

The Ideal Candidate: Skills & Attributes

• Technical Background: Strong background in hydraulics and electrical systems for machinery like telescopic handlers, forklifts, tractors, and earthmoving equipment.

• Problem-Solving: Solid analytical skills to accurately troubleshoot and resolve complex technical faults.

• Customer Focus: Excellent interpersonal skills with a highly customer-focused approach.

• Communication: Clear, effective verbal and written communication skills.

• Work Ethic: A self-motivated, hard-working, and practical individual with a warm, open-minded personality.

• Team Spirit: A collaborative approach, with experience working in small teams being a distinct advantage.

• Growth Mindset: Motivated to actively contribute to the development of a rapidly growing business.

Education, Qualifications & Licences

• Trade Qualification: Relevant Trade Qualification (Certificate III in Mobile Plant Technology or equivalent).

• Experience: Minimum of 2+ years of post-apprenticeship experience as a qualified tradesperson.

• Licences & Tickets:

  • Forklift Licence (Desirable).

  • Current Driver’s Licence (An advantage).

  • Current EWP High Risk Licence (An advantage).

  • Telehandler Gold Card (An advantage).

Additional Requirements

• Professionalism: The successful candidate must present themselves in a professional manner at all times.

How to Apply: If you are ready to bring your heavy machinery expertise to a global brand, present yourself professionally, and elevate your career, apply today!