Mobile Technician - Heavy Mechanical & Mobile & Fixed Plant

The Role
We are seeking an experienced Mobile Technician / Mechanical Fitter to join our team based in Queensland. 

In this role, you will be responsible for maintaining and repairing a range of fixed plant machinery, including shredders, hammer mills, shears, and crushing plants, along with associated conveyors and processing equipment.You will carry out fault finding, breakdown repairs, and preventative maintenance to ensure optimal plant performance and reliability.

You’ll work both independently and as part of a team to deliver safe, efficient, and high-quality maintenance outcomes within a heavy industrial environment.

What’s On Offer

• Monday to Friday, 7:00am – 3:00pm + OT
• Fully maintained latest-model vehicle provided
• Career progression through ongoing training and upskilling
• Employee rewards program offering product, supermarket, fuel and retail discounts
• Wellbeing support and regular employee celebrations

What You’ll Be Doing

• Fault finding, troubleshooting, and repairing breakdowns on fixed plant equipment
• Performing scheduled servicing and preventative maintenance on shredders, hammer mills, shears, crushing circuits, and conveyors
• Diagnosing and repairing mechanical and hydraulic systems within processing plants
• Inspecting and maintaining wear components such as hammers, blades, liners, and screens
• Assisting with shutdowns, rebuilds, and major overhauls of plant equipment
• Supporting installation, commissioning, and upgrades of fixed plant machinery
• Ensuring all work is completed safely and in compliance with site procedures

About You

• Proven experience as a Mobile, Mechanical Technician, Fitter, or HD Fitter in recycling, mining, quarrying, or heavy industry
• Hands-on experience working with shredders, hammer mills, shears, crushing plants, or similar processing equipment
• Strong diagnostic and troubleshooting skills across mechanical and hydraulic systems
• Mechanical Trade Qualification
• Current Australian driver’s licence
• Good communication and problem-solving skills
• Full working rights in Australia
• Ability to pass a pre-employment medical, including drug and alcohol screening

Does this sound like you?
This is your opportunity to secure a permanent, full-time role within a stable and growing industry, offering long-term career progression and exposure to specialized fixed plant equipment.

About Us:
Adaptalift is one of Australia’s largest and fastest growing materials handling hire and sales companies. With over 40 years of heritage as a privately-owned, family-operated business, we employ over 600 people across Australia and New Zealand. Our team members enjoy making a difference for our customers as part of a dynamic, values-led business where safety is at the forefront of everything we do.