LEADING HAND - HYDRAULIC CYLINDER REBUILD TECHNICIAN
- Lead a small team of skilled technicians in hydraulic cylinder reconditioning.
- Perform inspections, repairs, and reconditioning of Caterpillar hydraulic cylinders.
- Ensure compliance with OEM standards and maintain a safe work environment.
01st September, 2026
AAMG is seeking an experienced Leading Hand / Hydraulic Cylinder Rebuild Technician with extensive Caterpillar hydraulic cylinder reconditioning experience to join a specialised workshop team.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced tradesperson looking for a full-time role with the opportunity to lead a small, highly skilled team.
The role primarily working on Caterpillar hydraulic and suspension cylinders, you will be responsible for the inspection, assessment, repair and reconditioning of hydraulic cylinders to OEM standards.
You will work as part of a dedicated team of cylinder technicians, with access to your own toolbox for personal tools, along with top-of-the-range measuring equipment and specialised tooling.
Key Responsibilities:
- Maintain and actively contribute to a safe and productive work environment.
- Dismantle hydraulic cylinders for inspection and repair assessment.
- Complete detailed inspections, reporting and failure analysis.
- Assess parts requirements using OEM software or equivalent systems.
- Identify potential improvements and provide recommendations.
- Reassemble and recondition hydraulic cylinders in accordance with OEM specifications and safe work practices.
- Complete all required quality control and inspection documentation.
- Operate specialised cylinder rebuild and hydraulic testing equipment.
- Ensure all reconditioned cylinders meet quality standards and expectations for extended service life.
- Lead and support a small team to ensure scheduled work is completed efficiently and to the required quality standards.
About You To be successful in this role, you will ideally have:
- A relevant trade qualification.
- Extensive experience reconditioning Caterpillar hydraulic cylinders.
- Experience working with hydraulic and suspension cylinders.
- Strong leadership skills and experience supervising or leading small teams.
- Experience using OEM systems or equivalent software is desirable, but not essential.
- A current and valid driver's licence.
- A current Forklift Licence is desirable, but not essential.
- A strong commitment to safety, quality and continuous improvement.
What's on Offer:
- Monday to Friday roster.
- 8-hour shifts.
- Overtime available as required.
- Temp-to-perm arrangement following a successful probationary period.
- Opportunity to lead a small, skilled team.
If you are an experienced CAT Hydraulic Cylinder Technician looking to take the next step in your career and lead a small, skilled team, we would love to hear from you.
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