We’re looking for a reliable, mechanically minded individual to join our small team as a Vehicle Hoist Technician.
This is a hands-on, mobile role suited to someone who enjoys being on the road, is willing to learn, takes pride in their work and is comfortable working as part of a small team.
This position will work primarily alongside our manager, assisting with vehicle hoist servicing, repairs and installations while travelling to customer sites throughout South East Queensland.
A major part of this position is driving.
The successful applicant will be responsible for driving our company work ute, including towing a work trailer, between customer sites while our manager travels in the passenger seat. Our manager is regularly required to take customer and work-related calls while travelling, so we specifically need someone who is comfortable and confident taking responsibility for the driving throughout the workday.
A current valid driver's licence is an essential requirement of this position.
Applicants who cannot provide evidence of a current valid driver's licence at employment cannot be considered for the role.
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As a Hoist Technician, you'll assist with:
- Servicing and maintaining 2-post, 4-post, scissor and parking hoists
- Carrying out safety checks, preventative maintenance and minor repairs
- Assisting with installations, relocations and strip-downs of vehicle hoists
- Loading and unloading tools, equipment and parts
- Driving the company work ute between jobs
- Towing a work trailer containing tools, parts and equipment
- Providing friendly and professional service to customers on-site
- Ensuring jobs are completed safely, efficiently and to a high standard
- Following instructions and safe work procedures
Full training relating to vehicle hoists will be provided.
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Key Details
Position Type: Temporary casual position until the end of December 2026.
Hours: Monday to Friday, approximately 38 hours per week. Start times vary depending on job locations and may generally be between 6am–9am. Normally start time is 7am.
Overtime: There may be opportunities for weekend or extended hours where required, paid at the applicable overtime rates. This is rare however and is discussed at the time of need.
Base Location: Redbank Plains. You will generally start from our Redbank Plains base before travelling to customer sites in a company vehicle.
Travel: This is a mobile position with work throughout South East Queensland, including Brisbane, Ipswich, Toowoomba, Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast and surrounding areas.
Equipment Provided for job: Company work vehicle to be used during business hours, tools, uniform and full on-the-job training.
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Temporary Employment Period
This position is being offered as a temporary role until the end of 2026.
At the end of the temporary employment period, there may be an opportunity to discuss ongoing employment depending on our business requirements and the employee's performance.
Applicants should apply on the understanding that ongoing employment after December 2026 is not guaranteed.
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Pay Rate
$27–$38 per hour casual, depending on the successful applicant’s age, experience, skills, qualifications and overall suitability for the role.
The final hourly rate will be discussed with the successful applicant and will reflect their level of experience and ability, subject to applicable minimum wage requirements.
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What We're Looking For
- Current valid driver's licence – REQUIRED
- Confident and responsible driver
- Comfortable driving a work ute for extended periods throughout the day
- Comfortable towing a work trailer
- Mechanically minded with an interest in automotive, mechanical or trade work
- Basic knowledge of hand and power tools
- Willingness to learn vehicle hoist servicing and installation
- Strong work ethic and reliability
- Able to listen to and follow instructions and workplace procedures
- Able to safely lift and move equipment and parts
- Comfortable climbing ladders and working at the top
- Friendly and professional when dealing with customers
- Able to work well alongside our manager and other team members
Previous experience working with vehicle hoists is not required, as training will be provided.
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Driving Experience – Highly Regarded
While previous professional driving experience is not required, additional driving experience will be highly regarded.
This could include:
- Previous employment involving regular driving
- Experience towing trailers
- Automotive or motorsport experience
- Racing cars, buggies, karts or similar vehicles
- Other practical experience demonstrating confidence and vehicle control
Some of our existing team members have backgrounds involving motorsport and similar driving experience, and we have found these skills can transfer well to the amount of driving involved in our work.
This experience is not essential, but applicants with strong practical driving experience may be considered more favourably.
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Language & Presentation Requirements
Excellent spoken and written English communication skills are important, as you will be interacting with customers at job sites and representing All Vehicle Hoists while working at customer premises.
We're looking for someone who:
- Communicates clearly and professionally
- Is neat and presentable on customer sites
- Is respectful when working at customer homes and businesses
- Can build positive rapport with customers
- Represents the business professionally
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What We Offer
- Full on-the-job training
- Opportunity to learn a specialised role
- Company vehicle and tools supplied for work
- Variety of work across different customer sites
- Hands-on mechanical experience
- Supportive small-business environment
- Work directly alongside an experienced manager/technician
- Potential opportunity for ongoing employment following the temporary period, depending on business requirements and performance
If you're practical, reliable, confident behind the wheel and ready to learn a unique trade, we'd love to hear from you.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $27.00 – $38.00 per hour
Expected hours: 38.0 per week
Application Question(s):
- Are you able to safely perform the inherent physical requirements of the position, including lifting and moving equipment, using power tools and climbing ladders?
- Are you confident driving a work ute for extended periods throughout the workday?
- Do you have experience towing a trailer?
- Do you have any additional driving experience, such as motorsport, racing cars, buggies, karts, professional driving or similar?
- Do you have any prior experience with vehicle hoists, automotive work, mechanical work, trades or repairs?
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Licence/Certification:
- Australian driver's licence? (e.g. P1, P2 or Open)? (Required)
Work Authorisation:
Work Location: On the road
