Technician - PDI (Pre-Delivery Inspection)

About the role

Komatsu's Fairfield PDI team is growing and is looking for experienced Fitters or Plant Technicians. With machine builds increasing, the team needs skilled tradespeople on the floor to help assemble, fit out, test and deliver new Komatsu equipment. Candidates from mobile plant, construction equipment, agriculture or heavy commercial/truck maintenance are welcome, even if they have never worked in PDI before.

Key responsibilities

• Work on brand-new Komatsu utility and construction equipment, completing assembly, fitting customer-specific options and performance testing.
• Install customer-specific options and components.
• Test and check machines before delivery, and diagnose and rectify issues where required.
• Complete work to a high standard of quality and accuracy, with a strong focus on safety, quality and productivity.
• Work closely with the Leading Hand and the wider PDI team.
• Maintain a strong focus on safety, quality and productivity.
• Support apprentices and share trade knowledge.
• Complete job documentation and reporting.

Required profile

• Mechanical Trade qualification (essential) in Plant Mechanic or Heavy Diesel.
• Experience working on earthmoving or heavy equipment.
• Strong mechanical knowledge and fault-finding skills.
• Commitment to safety and quality workmanship.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

What we offer

• Roster: Monday to Friday, 6:30am to 3pm, 40 hours per week, with overtime available and possible afternoon shifts.
• Pay of $46.61 to $54.86 per hour depending on experience.
• Paid parental leave (16 weeks primary carer, 4 weeks secondary carer) and family-friendly benefits.
• Income protection insurance through the company superannuation fund.
• Recognition, awards, flexibility, further education and internal career development.
• Corporate health discounts and wellbeing solution.
• Travel discounts with airlines, hotels and travel agents.
• Potential yearly bonus and a $3,000 referral payment for a successful new hire.