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
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!
