Hydraulic Fitter / Technician
- Install, assemble, test and commission hydraulic systems on custom truck bodies and specialised heavy vehicle equipment.
- Diagnose, repair and service hydraulic components and related electrical or control systems, completing quality checks and handover documentation.
- Work autonomously with workshop colleagues to deliver projects safely, on schedule and to a high standard of workmanship.
Join AEM as an experienced Hydraulic Fitter / Technician, installing, testing and servicing hydraulic systems on custom truck bodies and specialised heavy vehicle equipment at our Wingfield workshop.
This is a hands-on, technical role where you’ll take ownership of hydraulic fit-outs, diagnose and resolve faults, and see each build through to delivery with a consistently high standard of workmanship.
About the Role
Working within our workshop team, you will:
- Install, fit and assemble hydraulic systems and components on truck bodies and mounted equipment
- Fit out cranes, hooklifts, skip loaders, tailgate lifters and auxiliary equipment
- Read and interpret hydraulic schematics, engineering drawings and technical specifications
- Make up, route and install hoses, fittings and pipework
- Test, commission and adjust hydraulic systems to required operating standards
- Diagnose, fault-find and repair hydraulic and related electrical/control issues
- Service, maintain and rebuild pumps, valves, cylinders and motors
- Complete quality checks and documentation prior to handover
- Work closely with fabricators, auto electricians and painters to keep projects on schedule
- Maintain tools, equipment and a clean, safe work area
What We're Looking For
- Experience as a hydraulic fitter, hydraulic technician, diesel/plant fitter or similar
- Strong knowledge of hydraulic systems, circuits and components
- Ability to read hydraulic schematics and technical drawings
- Proven fault-finding and diagnostic skills
- Experience with truck-mounted equipment, cranes, hooklifts or mobile plant highly regarded
- High attention to detail and pride in your workmanship
- Ability to manage your own workload and work unsupervised
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Current driver's licence
- Relevant trade qualification (e.g. Cert III Engineering – Mechanical or Mobile Plant) highly regarded
Why choose AEM?
- Permanent full-time position with long-term stability
- Overtime opportunities
- Autonomous role with ownership of your work
- Varied projects across custom trucks and specialised equipment
- PPE and uniforms provided
- Training and development opportunities
- Employee Benefits Program
- Strong safety culture
Ready to put your hydraulic skills to work on something different? Apply NOW!
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