Service Technician

Service Technician


Company
Digga Australia
Location
Yatala, Queensland, Australia
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
10 days ago
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Job Description
SERVICE TECHNICIAN Digga is Australia's leading manufacturer of Machinery attachments for the Earthmoving & Construction industry. A multi-award winning, global company, with 5 state of the art facilities worldwide, our product & passion for providing total customer solutions is second to none.The opportunity now exists for a professional and driven Service Technician to join our Yatala team. The right candidate will be a mechanically minded person who will play a critical role in ensuring our customers needs are met by servicing, inspection, diagnosis, maintenance and preventative care of our products including loaders and attachments.Field Service Technician ResponsibilitiesPerform routine repairs, maintenance, and service work Detect, diagnose and troubleshoot faults by disassembling the equipment and determine most appropriate outcome or solutionReassemble, test, clean and adjust repaired or replaced parts/assemblies Perform maintenance services such as oil changes, flow and pressure tests to achieve optimum performance of productCarry out delivery goods on site as required; dealing professionally with customersDevise test procedures and supervise test activitiesComplete daily repair logs and communicates with supervisor/managerCompletion of all paperwork relating to the completion of jobs, including timesheets, service reports and other required informationProviding exceptional customer service at all timesExperience And Qualifications Proven working experience as a service technician; relevant trade qualification preferred Be analytically minded and have strong problem-solving abilities; Ability to fault find Strong mechanical aptitude, hydraulics experience and knowledge is advantageousPossession of a current forklift ticket and a manual driver licenceExcellent organisational and time management skillsAbility to be adaptable, displaying a high level of integrity, honesty, reliability and confidentiality at all timesBasic computer skillsCompanyOpportunities for career progression and additional trainingFree EAP service for staff and their familiesFitness AppExclusive offers for well-known/leading brands and company’s Wellbeing toolkits Assessments and support programs covering Financial, Mental, Physical and Social WellbeingStaff events such as company BBQs, Christmas Parties etcWhilst not essential, product knowledge in earthmoving attachments will be an advantage, as is an understanding of hydraulics, motors and electrical circuits. If you are a team player who is hands on and not afraid to get their hands dirty, has an aptitude for innovation and is looking to be part of an organisation who values its people and supports career progression then apply now.

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Quick answers about Welder Jobs

Q What is the award minimum hourly rate for welders under the Manufacturing Award in Australia from July 2026?
The Fair Work Ombudsman sets the minimum rate for a qualified welder at AU$29.75 per hour under the Manufacturing and Associated Industries and Occupations Award as of 1 July 2026. Casual welders receive a 25% loading on top of this base rate. Ordinary hours are capped at 38 per week with overtime paid at 1.5 times the rate after that threshold.
Q Which visa allows overseas welders to work in Australia in 2026 and what is the application fee?
The Department of Home Affairs requires welders to obtain a skills assessment and apply for the Temporary Skill Shortage visa (subclass 482) which permits employment for up to four years. The visa application fee is AU$1,455 for the main applicant as of 2026. Applicants must demonstrate at least three years of relevant experience and achieve a minimum IELTS score of 5.0.
Q What qualification and experience level is required to work as a welder in Australia?
The Fair Work Ombudsman states that welders must hold a Certificate III in Engineering - Fabrication Trade or equivalent plus at least two years post-qualification experience to meet award classification level C10. Recognition of prior learning is accepted only when verified by a registered training organisation. No formal licence is mandated nationally but site-specific tickets are often required.
Q How many hours per week and how much annual leave do welders receive under Australian awards in 2026?
The Fair Work Ombudsman confirms welders work a standard 38 ordinary hours per week under the Manufacturing Award with four weeks of paid annual leave accruing each year. Leave loading of 17.5% applies when leave is taken. Additional personal leave of 10 days per year is provided on top of annual leave.
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