Workshop Service Technician – Melbourne

The Role

As a Workshop Service Technician, you are expected to deliver consistent and high-quality service solutions to support our customers every day. This hands-on role will require you to perform all types of service requirements on a variety of forklift equipment.

Working from our state-of-the-art workshop facility, you’ll enjoy the variety of the job that ensures your day is never the same. One day you may be performing preventative maintenance or minor repairs, followed by another day where you could be performing a challenging overhaul.

Reporting to the Service Manager, you’ll also appreciate working with a great team of people at our Melbourne branch who are there to support you.

In return, you’ll enjoy great benefits, including 5 weeks of leave* and the option of a flexible 9-day fortnight. If you thrive in a team setting and enjoy a dynamic workplace, we’d love to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities

The key focus of this role involves the maintenance servicing of forklift and access equipment. This includes:

• Performing planned maintenance (PMP) and inspections
• Carrying out repairs, troubleshooting issues and overhauls
• New machine builds and modifications

Qualifications / Experience

To be considered for this position, you will ideally have the following:

Essential

• Trade certificate in Automotive Mechanics (or similar)
• Strong communication skills and attention to detail
• A team player who supports and adapts
• Good customer service attitude
• Reliable, punctual, and able to work independently

Desirable

• Experience with hydraulics and electrical systems.

Benefits

At United we encourage a flexible and healthy work-life balance for all our employees. Join United today and enjoy:

• 5 days anniversary leave on top of your 4 weeks
• Flexibility to work a 4 weekly day off or a 9-day fortnight if you choose
• Career Growth: Training, development, and opportunities to advance
• Great Perks: United Rewards = employee discounts you’ll actually use
• Strong & Stable: Be part of a national company with a proven track record

This means more time to focus on the things that make you happy, or as we like to say, More time for U!

Other Benefits Include:

• Access to United Rewards program
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Direct corporate discounts
• Employee referral program
• Annual salary reviews
• United uniforms
• Onsite parking

So Why Work for United?

Work in State of the Art Workshop Facilities

Our large and modern workshop facilities are equipped with the latest equipment and technology, including spray booths, welding bays, overhead cranes, parts store and everything you need to get the job done.

Work with the Best Equipment

Our service team are provided with the latest service technology, including specialty tooling and all the software and diagnostic equipment needed to service today's most modern equipment.

We Train & Support You

You will receive ongoing training to work on our extensive range of equipment from world renowned brands. You will also be supported by a professional team that will help you succeed and grow.

Flexibility to Suit Your Needs

Don't like working a typical 8am-5pm week? You'll have the option of working a flexible 9-day fortnight. Plus, overtime is paid. This means more time to focus on the things that make you happy.