Service Technician-Machine Tools

• Great variety both in the workshop and out on the road
• Friendly Team environment at a leading supplier of machine tools
• Excellent Salary and benefits
• Monday to Friday

What's it all about?

Conveniently located in our Adelaide Branch in Woodville we are looking for an experienced Service Technician to join the team of staff responsible for servicing our customers' machine tools via warranty, preventative maintenance, and break-down repairs.

 You'll be involved in all aspects of mechanical, electrical and hydraulic fitting both within the workshop and our customers' places of business. You'll also be inspecting, commissioning, installing, repairing and maintaining industrial machinery.

 You'll be in frequent contact with Hare & Forbes customers and will need to be well spoken and well presented.

 We'll provide training and guidance, and you'll develop an extensive and impressive set of skills working with us.

What do you need to do in the role?

·         Relevant Trade qualifications and experience in a similar role.

·         Experience in Mechanical, Electrical and Hydraulic fitting, with skills across a broad range of industrial and machine tools used in engineering and carpentry workshops.

·         Ability to troubleshoot using your trade skills to determine machine faults and take corrective action.

·         Good attention to detail

·         Minimum C class driver's license.

What will you be doing?

·         Mechanical repair and breakdown maintenance of industrial machinery.

·         Installation and commissioning of industrial machinery.

·         Preventative maintenance and servicing.

·         Electrical & Mechanical preventative and breakdown maintenance.

·         Workshop repairs and testing.

·         Reporting on service work - input of information into company databases to grow customer service knowledge.

·         Keeping detailed records of identified problems, processes to undertake repairs and parts required.

·         Accurate time and record keeping

Other desirable skills that would be helpful but not essential

·         Experience with electronics and PLCs.

·         Confident in the use of computers and software

·         Forklift licence

·         Restricted Electrical licence

·         Current First aid

Who are we?

Established in 1930, Hare & Forbes has been one of the largest suppliers of engineering, automotive, wood working and workshop equipment to the Australian and New Zealand markets for over 95 years. With over 200 employees and supply branches in Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne, Adelaide, Perth, Auckland and Christchurch we provide unparalleled service to the general public, business, industry and government. Our staff are a dedicated team of professionals, committed to ensuring the very best in customer service and quality.

Salary and Benefits

A very attractive salary is on offer. As well as the benefits of working with a very experienced team of professionals you'll work Monday to Friday with no nightshift or call outs.

How to Apply

If you believe this is the job for you then we'd like to hear from you so please click "Apply" to submit your current resume and cover letter.

Hare & Forbes is an equal opportunity employer.

This role is only open to candidates eligible to work in Australia.

Due to the volume of applications, unfortunately, only short-listed applicants will be contacted