Machine Control Field Service Technician

Sitech WA is Western Australia’s premier GPS Machine Control and Site Positioning supplier to the mining and construction industry. We work closely with some of the largest Mining Companies and Construction Contractors in Australia and provide cost effective, innovative solutions to enable these contractors to be more efficient, productive, and competitive in their industry.

The experienced professionals at Sitech WA provide client sales throughout WA, hire, service, personalised training, and technical support, all tailored to our clients' specific requirements. We understand how to apply innovative construction technology to effectively solve some of the biggest challenges in the construction, mining & marine industries. While Sitech WA is experiencing exciting growth, we still maintain our down to earth attitude and provide a supportive, inclusive work environment. 

Due to strong growth in our business, we are currently looking for new Machine Control Field Service Technicians to join us. 

The role:

• Installation of Trimble Machine Control to heavy mobile equipment

• Retrofitting wiring harnesses and hardware to heavy mobile equipment

• Travelling to remote sites for installations and breakdowns

• Electrical diagnostics

• Use of survey equipment for commissioning

• Travel to remote sites as well as local work throughout Perth. There is some flexibility around travel however this role demands a willingness to fly and drive to meet the needs of clients.

• Full time, permanent (40 hours/week) with flat rate over time.

Requirements:

• Attention to detail and pride in workmanship

• A team player with good communication skills

• An appetite to learn and willingness accept instruction

• Ability and willingness to comply with workplace health & safety requirements

• Excellent customer service skills with the ability to build and maintain successful working relationships

• Proficiency working with hand and power tools

• Current C Class manual driver’s license

• Previous machine control experience highly desirable, but not essential

• Experience within the Mining/Construction industry preferably in a technical/survey role highly desirable, but not essential

• Understanding of correction based GPS systems desirable, but not essential

• Trade qualification or experience in a similar, ‘hands-on role’ an advantage, but not essential

• Must be able to pass a pre-employment Medical incl. drug and alcohol screen

On Offer: 

• Competitive remuneration

• Full training provided (6-12 months working alongside a senior technician)

• Fully equipped field service vehicle

• Fuel card

• Company iPhone 

• Company Laptop

• Provision of Workwear

• Flexible work schedule, no fixed roster

• Away from home allowance

• 20 days annual leave

• Annual bonus potential

• Supportive team environment 

If you like the sound of this opportunity, apply now via SEEK!

Sitech WA values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages people from diverse cultural backgrounds to apply.