Technology & Automation Technician MPFC

Company

Hastings Deering (Australia) Ltd

Build the future of warehouse automation with Hastings Deering.

Kickstart your career or take the next step with Hastings Deering – where our people build something BIGGER.

Are you passionate about automation, robotics and solving technical challenges? Join our Technology & Automation team and help maintain one of Australia’s most advanced automated warehouse operations. Working with cutting-edge robotics, conveyors and electromechanical systems, you’ll play a key role in keeping operations safe, reliable and efficient.

This is a permanent, Monday-to-Friday role suited to someone who enjoys working with automation systems and emerging technology in a dynamic industrial environment.

Who are we and why work with us?

Hastings Deering is one of the top five Caterpillar dealerships globally, providing sales, rental and support services for Cat® products across industries including resources, construction, transport, power systems and more.

With 3,500+ employees across 23 locations in Queensland, Northern Territory, PNG, Solomon Islands and New Caledonia, we are investing heavily in advanced warehouse automation and building long-term technology capability.

• When you join our team at Hastings Deering, you’ll benefit from:
• Competitive salary with annual reviews
• Long-term career opportunities in a growing Automation function
• Training, mentoring and professional development
• Work with industry-leading automation and robotics technology
• Health & wellbeing programs, salary continuance insurance, free parking
• Career pathways across the global Sime and Caterpillar network

You'll thrive in this role if you...

• Enjoy solving technical problems.
• Have a passion for automation and robotics
• Like working with emerging technology.
• Want to make a real operational impact.
• Value teamwork, safety and continuous improvement.

What you’ll be doing

As a Technology & Automation Technician at Hastings Deering, you will

• Perform preventative maintenance on warehouse automation assets in line with OEM schedules
• Conduct inspections, operational checks and cleaning to maximise equipment reliability
• Diagnose and rectify faults across automation, robotics and electromechanical systems
• Support automated storage, conveyor systems, AMRs, AGVs and associated control systems
• Assist with testing, commissioning, system upgrades and continuous improvement initiatives
• Collaborate with OEM partners and internal stakeholders to resolve technical issues
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and technical documentation
• Promote safe work practices and ensure compliance with Hastings Deering safety standard

What you’ll need

A successful candidate will demonstrate

Essential

• Trade qualification in Electrical, Mechanical, Mechatronics, Industrial Automation or similar
• Experience in industrial maintenance, automation, manufacturing, warehousing or mining environments
• Strong fault-finding and troubleshooting capability
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Commitment to safety and high-quality workmanship

Desirable

• Experience with warehouse automation, robotics, conveyors or PLC-controlled systems
• Familiarity with CMMS or maintenance management systems
• Forklift licence or other relevant high-risk licences

Interested? Here’s What’s Next

If you’re interested in growing your career with a large OEM, we’d love to hear from you!

📌 Apply Now – click the button below.

📞 Enquiries: 1300 071 618

👤 Contact: Taylor Collett – Talent Acquisition Partner

Hastings Deering follows a Pre-Employment Process for all successful applicants, which includes two employment references, a National Police Check and a medical assessment. These checks are essential to your application, and your Talent Acquisition Partner will support you through the process.