Metal Machinist

About Us

Hitachi Construction Machinery (Australia) Pty Ltd is a leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment. At the heart of our machines, our talented and dedicated employees are committed to providing industry-leading after sales service and reliable solutions. We are dedicated to supporting our people, rewarding successes and helping individuals grow. We offer a career path with the future in mind, providing training and development opportunities to help us achieve quality standards. We inspire a safe and healthy working environment through our safety and wellness campaigns so that we can all ‘See You Tomorrow’.

Come and discover the opportunity to join the team at Hitachi. We are here for the long haul.

Our Culture

A career at Hitachi provides the opportunity for you to make a difference. You will be a part of a global OEM renown for inspiring innovation, technology and a sustainable future.

Our vision, mission and values is to provide quality in everything we do, with the goal of total customer satisfaction. Guided by our leadership principles, we value our people through open communication and feedback so that you can contribute purposefully towards Hitachi’s continued success.

We proudly partner with key charities who make significant positive impacts in paediatric health, indigenous education, mental health and cancer research. Additionally, Hitachi commits to protecting our environment through local initiatives which contribute towards global sustainability goals, ensuring that we leave the world a better place.

The Opportunity

With strong growth in our Remanufacturing division, our Brisbane branch has an exciting opportunity for a Metal Machinist to join the team on the afternoon shift (2pm – 10pm). In this role, you will be studying drawings and specifications to determine suitable material, method and sequence of operations, and machine settings, fitting fabricated metal parts into products and assembling metal parts and sub assemblies to produce machines and equipment. You will also diagnosing faults and performing operational maintenance of machines, and overhauling and repairing mechanical parts and fluid power equipment

To be successful in this role you will:

• Ensure the HCA Safety Culture is embraced, displayed and driven from within - safety takes priority over everything else
• Hold relevant Australian (or Australian recognised) Fitter, Fitter and Turner, Metal Machinist
• Have previous experience with the overhaul, repair and remanufacture of mechanical and hydraulic components
• Have an understanding of Mining, Earthmoving and/or Construction equipment
• Have the ability to recognise basic product quality deviations/faults
• Hold good communication skills and the ability to work autonomously or as part of a team
• Having experienced in a production line style workshop would be advantageous
• Benefits

We are offering:

• Permanent Full Time Position in a leading OEM with long term job security
• $80K -$90K + potential overtime + company biannual bonuses! $$$
• Exclusive staff discount on a range of goods and services
• OEM training and opportunities for upskilling with access to the latest technologies
• Supportive mentors who value your input in finding new and improved ways to achieving success
• Be a part of a leading OEM which genuinely values and ensures everyone is happy and safe at work!

At Hitachi, we value our people and work towards providing guidance on your career path towards a rewarding and successful experience. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer who recruits based on merit and capabilities. We encourage and support a diverse talent pool of skill, ethnicity and gender, to create a wide culture of shared values and enriched experiences in our business.