Product Support Technician

Aptella is Australia’s premier provider of Operational Technology solutions for mining, civil and building activities. At Aptella, we are committed to increasing productivity for our customers and building lasting business relationships around high calibre positioning activities.

Aptella can provide industry experience and can make recommendations on options for acquiring and utilising positioning systems. Having this flexibility empowers the customer to make informed decisions on the customisation of procurement options to suit the project allowing for technical excellence whilst providing cost effective solutions based on the project circumstances. 

Aptella's point of difference is realised with effective asset management, timely Product Support and resourcing to ensure dedicated personnel are available.

About the Role:

Aptella is seeking a Product Support Technician  to spearhead and optimize remote support services encompassing Operational Technology (OT). This role entails leading the support team's development and executing service strategies to ensure our customer achieve maximum benefit from OT platforms. 

Utilising state-of-the-art technology to monitor fleet performance and high-precision machine guidance, the role requires an analytical and problem-solving mindset crucial for troubleshooting issues and aiding customers in achieving their objectives. 

This is a full-time permanent role based at our Archerfield Office.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide effective leadership to the support teams facilitating customer support 
• Oversee communications and relations with the onsite Technical Services team, emphasising support and preventive maintenance
• Manage the supply of resources, parts, and equipment for planned and unplanned maintenance
• Maintain relationship with key suppliers for Product Support and development 
• Coordinate and conduct scheduled meetings with Suppliers and customers
• Maintain a detailed case management system for all active cases
• Manage all facets of predelivery processes and process RMA’s
• Gather, report, and communicate customer feedback on service, technology, and product delivery 
• Create and report product improvement ideas including functional enhancements
• Show abilities in time management, planning, and organisation, capable of handling multiple priorities to achieve objectives

About You:

To excel in this role, you should possess:

• Previous support experience, ideally supporting Mining Operational Technology
• Experience in managing a team with a dynamic workload
• Proven ability to develop relationships with customers and provide a professional service
• Interest in developing a comprehensive business understanding and broad technical knowledge to enhance support provision
• Experience delivering technical training to field service technicians and customers
• Site networking experience (WiFi, UHF, VHF, Network RTK).
• Experience with high-precision machine guidance and fleet management systems.
• Strong judgment and attention to detail with a focus on risk management and urgency.
• A customer-centric approach.
• Advanced project administration and leadership skills.
• Basic understanding of SQL/MySQL server databases or survey knowledge 

Why Choose Us?

At Aptella, our team comprises individuals with diverse skill sets and expertise, where every idea and contribution receive recognition and appreciation. Irrespective of your role, joining us means having the chance to enact meaningful change, stay at the forefront of technological advancements, collaborate with passionate professionals, and chart a progressive career path.

Recognising the dynamic landscape of technology, we prioritise continuous learning and professional development for all team members. Our commitment to fostering work-life balance includes genuine flexibility, generous parental leave benefits for primary and secondary caregivers, wellness initiatives, and more.

Diversity and inclusivity are fundamental values at Aptella. We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from all backgrounds, experiences, and identities. We celebrate diversity within our team as it fuels innovation and strengthens our collective expertise. 

Aptella is dedicated to exceptional service delivery and takes pride in its work. If you share our passion for these values in your career, we invite you to apply.