Experienced Hydraulic Technician

To manufacture, service, and repair hydraulic and mechanical equipment both on-site and in the workshop as required. This includes diagnostics, technical assessments, component manufacturing and testing, and ensuring all work aligns with technical specifications and safety standards. + Inspect and diagnose issues with hydraulic systems and components + Perform regular maintenance on hydraulic systems to prevent breakdowns + Repair or replace defective hydraulic parts + Assemble and install hydraulic systems on machinery and equipment + Test the performance of hydraulic systems and make necessary adjustments + Maintain detailed records of inspections, maintenance, and repairs + Use hand tools and specialized hydraulic testing equipment + Adhere to safety regulations and procedures + Provide consultation and advice on maintenance and preventative measures + Coordinate with other team members to complete projects and tasks

Key Result Areas (KRAs) 1. Hydraulic Technical Capability + Analyse, troubleshoot, and repair hydraulic and mechanical components within systems that utilise ‘major’ brand hydraulic components + Manufacture parts, assemble, repair, and test hydraulic and mechanical equipment + Inspect and diagnose faults within hydraulic and mechanical systems—with or without schematics + Read and interpret engineering and hydraulic diagrams, including Open Loop, PTO-powered circuits, Closed Loop, Logic Valve, Servo, Proportional, and Regenerative circuits + Apply sound technical knowledge of major brand hydraulic components in repair and servicing tasks Safely operate and maintain accumulators + Utilise test benches, fluid transfer and filtration equipment, purification and flushing systems—including the main hydraulic test rig—and provide guidance to others on their correct use + Select and install hydraulic hoses, pipes, and tubing with consideration for material, size, compatibility, flow capacity, fit-for-purpose, and cost + Conduct fluid testing, interpret results, and report findings as required 2. Job Management + Scope technical information to support accurate quoting by the Sales and Technical Solutions teams + Understand and communicate job specifications clearly—including technical drawings, critical tolerances, customer requirements, and end use—to ensure successful job execution + Collaborate with relevant stakeholders to ensure practical work aligns with the original technical design and specifications + 2+ years of verifiable experience as a hydraulic technician. + Able to communicate (write and speak) in English. + Must pass a skills assessment (practical testing will be conducted).