Heavy Maintenance Australia is a Queensland-based heavy equipment maintenance and labour hire company servicing the mining, civil, transport, agricultural, marine, and power generation sectors.
A Field Service Technician is a hands-on technical worker who travels to customer sites to install, maintain, repair, and troubleshoot equipment. These jobs are common in mining, aviation, manufacturing, medical equipment, telecommunications, IT hardware, heavy machinery, and industrial automation.
Common responsibilities include:
Installing and commissioning equipment
Diagnosing electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, or software faults
Performing preventive maintenance and inspections
Repairing breakdowns on-site
Testing equipment after repairs
Completing service reports and documentation
Training customers on equipment operation
Managing spare parts and tools
Following workplace safety procedures
Many roles involve driving to different sites and sometimes working FIFO, remote, or on-call shifts.
Required Skills
Mechanical or electrical trade qualification
Fault-finding and troubleshooting ability
Strong customer service skills
Driver's licence
Ability to work independently
Experience with industrial equipment, machinery, electronics, or automation systems
For higher-paying roles, employers often seek:
Electrical licence
Instrumentation or automation experience
PLC knowledge
Mining, aviation, or heavy equipment experience
Pay: $6,500.00 – $8,000.00 per month
Benefits:
- Childcare assistance
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Parental leave
- Referral program
- Salary packaging
- Visa sponsorship
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
