Hydraulics Technician

Hydraulics Technician

Employer	CrossNation Industrial Trades Partner
Location	Mildura, VIC 3500 – with potential outreach to surrounding Sunraysia / Loddon Mallee region
Employment	Part Time / Full Time
Reports To	Management

Position Purpose

As a hydraulics technician you are the unsung hero of the mechanical world — the person who keeps everything flowing smoothly, literally! You will specialise in the maintenance, repair, and installation of hydraulic systems, tackling everything from cranes to diesel engines with the precision of a maestro. You will need to read hydraulic schematics like bedtime stories and operate hydraulic test stands with the finesse of a concert pianist. With skills in MIG and oxy-acetylene welding, you will fix anything that leaks, squeaks, or creaks. In short, our hydraulics technician needs to be the hydraulic whisperer, ensuring that every piece of machinery runs like a well-oiled machine and that no hydraulic fluid is ever spilled in vain.

Main Tasks

Core objectives include:

• Diagnose, repair and rebuild hydraulic pumps and motors
• Diagnosing and repairing mechanical problems related to hydraulic machinery, systems and components
• Equipment maintenance on various equipment as required
• Welding MIG and oxy-acetylene welding for repairing and fabricating hydraulic components
• Follow OH&S guidelines to ensure a safe and compliant work environment
• Making hydraulic hoses

The above list is not exhaustive and the role may change to meet the overall objectives of the company.

Other Duties

• Fulfil other duties as required by management and other department personnel as requested/required

Required Qualities

• Ideally a qualification in an appropriate and relevant discipline such as automotive mechanics or alternatively, at least three years of experience in a similar role, preferably in an industrial sector
• Current Driver's Licence
• Ability to work independently
• Mechanical and Electrical aptitude
• Analytical Problem-solving skills
• Knowledge of Hydraulics
• Experience with tools
• Attention to Detail
• Able to use Initiative
• Strong Customer Service Skills
• Able to follow OH&S requirements

Desired Competencies

• Ability to work under pressure
• Time Management skills
• Business awareness
• Positive approach to change
• MR Truck Licence

Qualifications

• Ideally a qualification in an appropriate and relevant discipline such as automotive mechanics or alternatively, at least three years' experience in a similar role, preferably in an industrial sector
• Drivers Licence

Experience

• Previous experience in Hydraulic Hose fitting/Assembly

Skills & Competencies

• Customer service focused: committed to providing exceptional customer service across all channels — written, phone and face to face
• Communication: the ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and written
• Attention to detail: excellent attention to detail and written skills when communicating with others, both internally and externally
• Commerciality: ability to apply knowledge in a practical, commercial manner
• Teamwork: willingness to assist and support others as required and get on with team members
• Time management/organisation: accomplish objectives effectively within time frame given

Personal Attributes

• Professional approach
• Trustworthy
• Adaptable and flexible
• Committed and reliable
• Able to work unsupervised
• People skills / interpersonal skills

This job description serves to illustrate the scope and responsibilities of the post and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of duties. You will be expected to perform other job-related tasks requested by management and as necessitated by the development of this role and the development of the business.