Fleet Support Lead Engineer – Control Systems
FWG11017
Sunshine Coast, QLD
This global solar technology leader offers a comprehensive portfolio of intelligent hardware and control software solutions to maximize the value of solar power plants. Their team is composed of creative, collaborative, and passionate problem-solvers from diverse backgrounds, united by a mission to provide innovative solar hardware and software solutions to combat climate change for future generations. Core values include People, Community, Environment, Innovation, and Integrity.
They are seeking to hire a Fleet Support Lead Engineer – Control Systems to serve as the subject matter expert for the operation of new piling machines in the field. The role involves advanced fault finding across machine control and hydraulic systems, and finding solutions in challenging environments under time pressure. This equipment enhances their ability to deliver projects in diverse soil types more efficiently.
The responsibilities will be broad and evolving, including:
* Being a visible Safety Leader, proactively improving the welfare of personnel interacting with the business.
* Fault finding electronic machine control and hydraulic systems in the field.
* Taking responsibility for machine control performance in the field and being the subject matter expert on machine operation.
* Participating in field trials, performing daily maintenance, calibrating, and verifying machine performance.
* Attending testing sites and addressing mechanical failures.
* Reviewing machine performance logs and collaborating with R&D on new software versions.
* Managing mechanical service partners and handling work orders and parts requests.
* Localizing training content for the Australian market.
Requirements include:
* Background as a Heavy Machine Controls Technical/Engineer, Fleet Manager, or Team Leader is highly regarded.
* Strong leadership skills and the ability to communicate effectively at multiple levels.
* Proven experience in developing and managing relationships.
* Experience with heavy diesel machinery and associated hydraulic and electronic control systems (GNSS, GPS), specifically Stonex and IFM.
* Advanced fault-finding skills in machine control systems.
* Interest in mechanical machinery and control systems.
* Experience within the materials supply and construction industry is preferred.
* Experience within a business excellence environment is advantageous.
* Excellent written communication skills.
* Willingness to travel to remote sites.
* Valid Australian driver's license.
* Australian citizenship or Permanent Residency.
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Freshwater Group
Freshwater Group is a leading renewable energy recruitment business focusing on renewable and low-carbon emission projects, energy efficiency, and disruptive clean technologies, including energy infrastructure, storage, and management. Our mission is: Great People, Better Outcomes.
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Freshwater Group is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity principles. We encourage applications from candidates of diverse backgrounds, including Indigenous Australians. We do not discriminate based on race, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, or religion.
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