Field Service Technician - Material Handling Equipment

About Waverley Forklifts

Waverley Forklifts is an independently Australian owned business, with sites located in VIC, QLD, NSW, SA, NT & WA.  With over fifty years in operation, we have grown to be one of the largest fully independent forklift and transport companies in Australia, specializing in Forklift Rentals, Equipment Servicing, Equipment Sales and Machinery Transport. 

Currently we have a role available within the VIC team as a Field Service Technician. We have customers based all around Melbourne, and the position would equally suit someone based East, West or North of Melbourne. 

What is On Offer:

• Immediate start available in an ongoing, full time position, absolute job security 
• Ongoing support and professional development
• Excellent working conditions with laundered professional uniform provided, and company supplied service vehicle
• Progressive company culture in a dynamic workplace, high performing and supportive team
• Competitive remuneration with additional overtime earnings available
• Work on a fleet of well maintained and low hour equipment, from industry leading manufacturers

The Role:

As part of our Field Service team, the Field Service Technician role involves the following core duties and functions:

• Carrying out repairs and service work on a variety of Materials Handling Equipment within the Waverley Forklifts fleet and customer owned equipment.
• Representing Waverley Forklifts in a professional and positive manner delivering excellent service.
• Working independently onsite and in coordination with our Service Team as required.
• Additional project work and tasks as required.

The Right Person for the Role:

The successful candidate must be an individual who is experienced and skilled in the role, embraces challenges and responsibility with enthusiasm and energy. You enjoy a challenge, pride yourself on your professional approach, personal presentation and possess a positive attitude.

Specifically you display the following:

• Recent and relevant trade experience as a mechanic or field mechanic in forklift machinery or construction equipment.
• Ability to diagnose faults accurately and complete repairs efficiently.
• Outstanding customer service skills.
• An ability to complete required paperwork with accuracy.
• Thoroughness in performing assigned tasks.
• Good communication skills both verbal and written.
• An ability to show initiative and problem solve efficiently
• Willingness to be an integral part of the team and work autonomously when required.

In return we offer the right candidate an industry leading culture, excellent remuneration, including penalty rates for overtime, mobile phone, company supplied service vehicle that includes fair and reasonable personal use, excellent working conditions, regular training and ongoing support.

If this position is of interest and you feel you can bring energy and commitment to the role, please forward your application letter and resume and APPLY NOW to Samantha Watson HR Manager, or ****@wfl.com.au. Only successful applicants will be contacted.