Workshop Technician

About Us:
Adaptalift is one of Australia’s largest and fastest growing materials handling hire and sales companies. With over 40 years of heritage as a privately-owned, family-operated business, we employ over 600 people across Australia and New Zealand. Our team members enjoy making a difference for our customers as part of a dynamic, values-led business where safety is at the forefront of everything we do.
  
Due to continued growth, we have a rare opportunity for a skilled Plant Equipment / Forklift Mechanic to join our team based in Welshpool WA, working within our workshop operations.
  
About the Role:

• This position will focus on repairs, diagnostics and quoting, ensuring machinery is workshop-ready and delivered to a high standard.
• You will work closely with the Sales Representative and Yard Coordinators to ensure equipment is prepared efficiently and delivered on time.
• This is a full-time role working Monday to Friday | 7:00am–3:06pm (38-hour week).

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Diagnosing and repairing plant and forklift equipment
• Completing mechanical inspections and condition reports
• Preparing repair quotes and recommending required works
• Performing servicing and preventative maintenance
• Working collaboratively with sales and yard teams
• Maintaining high standards of safety and workmanship

  
What’s On Offer:

• $40+ per hour + overtime rates
• Stable workshop-based role in a growing industry
• Modern workshop with quality tools and equipment
• Long-term job security and career progression opportunities
• Supportive leadership and experienced team
• Employee rewards program offering product, supermarket, fuel and retail discounts
• Wellbeing support and regular employee celebrations

  
About You:

• Mechanical Trade Certificate
• Experience servicing plant equipment, forklifts or automotive vehicles
• Strong diagnostic and fault-finding skills
• Experience preparing repair quotes (highly regarded)
• Current Australian driver’s licence
• Physically capable of manual handling tasks
• Commitment to safe work practices
• Ability to undergo a pre-employment medical including drug & alcohol screening
• Full working rights in Australia

  
Does this sound like you?
This is your opportunity to step into a permanent, full-time role with long-term stability and progression.