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* Balance your life interests with Mon-Fri | 7:00am-3:00pm | Overtime also offered
* Up to$49 p/h + overtime | High class tooling | Fully maintained vehicle provided
* $5,000 Sign-On Bonus
* Trades & Technical
* Field Service - Technician
* Truganina VIC
* Permanent Full Time
12/6/2025
* Balance your life interests with Mon-Fri | 7:00am-3:00pm | Overtime also offered
* Up to$49 p/h + overtime | High class tooling | Fully maintained vehicle provided
* $5,000 Sign-On Bonus
About Us
Australasian Port Services (APS) is part of the Adaptalift Group, one of Australia’s largest and fastest-growing materials handling hire and sales companies. For over 40 years, we’ve been a privately-owned, family-operated business that puts safety at the forefront of everything we do. Employing over 600 people nationwide, we support customers in maintaining and repairing critical port-based materials handling equipment, including mobile straddle carriers and other heavy machinery.
Our Specialists: Mastering Heavy Port Machinery
Operating from our state-of-the-art Truganina service facility, APS technicians are fully accredited and bring extensive experience working on some of the largest and most unique port machinery around. We also have a fleet of mobile technicians who perform routine maintenance, servicing, and repairs onsite—minimising downtime for our customers.
As we continue to grow, we’re seeking a Field Service Technician (Heavy Diesel Mechanic / HD Fitter) to join our APS team in Victoria (Truganina).
What’s In It For You
* A $5,000 sign-on bonus (paid at 6 months of service)
* Up to $49/hr + super (base rate + overtime rates)
* Monday to Friday, 7am - 3pm schedule, with overtime opportunities (EBA rates)
* Fully Maintained Vehicle (latest model) including $13K worth of tooling
* Ongoing career progression in a rapidly growing industry
* Modern workshop and cafeteria facilities
* Employee rewards program offering product, supermarket, fuel, and retail discounts
* Wellbeing support and regular employee celebrations
A taste of what’s involved:
* Fault Finding & Troubleshooting: Diagnosing issues and resolving breakdowns in the field or at our Truganina facility.
* Scheduled Maintenance & Servicing: Performing routine checks and services to keep port-based materials handling equipment in top shape.
* Technical Problem-Solving: Utilizing your mechanical know-how to tackle diverse challenges in hydraulics, diesel engines, and more.
* On-Site Support: Delivering high-quality service at customer sites, minimizing downtime and ensuring operations run smoothly.
* Collaborative Projects: Working alongside your team on large overhauls and new equipment commissions.
Here’s what it takes:
* Heavy Diesel Mechanic or HD Fitter Experience: Solid background in the Heavy Equipment industry (transport, construction, agricultural, or mining).
* Mechanical Aptitude & Diagnostics: Familiarity with servicing, diagnostics, hydraulics, and the ability to perform a physically active role.
* Safety Mindset & Communication: A commitment to best-practice safety measures, along with strong communication skills.
* Valid Driver Licence & Trade Qualification: Heavy Diesel Mechanic, Plant Mechanic, or similar.
* Full Working Rights in Australia & Health Clearance: Ability to pass a pre-employment medical, including drug and alcohol screening.
If you’re keen to join a team of experts working on high-impact port-based equipment—and be part of a company that values your growth and well-being
APPLY NOW by clicking the link below. We look forward to hearing from you!
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