Service Mechanic Technician / Supervisor

Position Vacant:

Service Mechanic Technician / Supervisor

hands-on experience with - Port Handling Equipment, Reach Stackers, 30T+ Forklifts, Light & Heavy Vehicles

Location: Lae, Morobe Province, Papua New Guinea

Employment Type: Full-time, On-Call / Field Service Support

Package: Attractive remuneration based on experience, single accommodation or accommodation allowance, vehicle and phone for the right candidate.

Important Requirement

Applicants must have extensive hands-on experience with container handling equipment, including reach stackers, heavy forklifts, hydraulic systems, electrical control systems, and related port handling machinery.

Applicants who do not have direct experience with container handling equipment, reach stackers, hydraulic systems, and electrical control systems need not apply.

About the Company

We are the exclusive distributor of several leading OEM brands of forklift trucks, container-handling equipment, heavy machinery, and generators in Papua New Guinea.

Our operations support key industries nationwide, providing reliable mechanical and technical services to clients across ports, logistics, construction, manufacturing, and industrial sectors.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a skilled, experienced, and safety-focused Service Mechanic Technician / Supervisor to join our Lae-based service team.

This is a hands-on technical and supervisory role suited to a qualified tradesperson with strong experience in port handling equipment, reach stackers, large forklifts, heavy vehicles, hydraulic systems, electrical control systems, and mobile plant maintenance.

The successful applicant must be capable of leading a small team, attending field service breakdowns, carrying out accurate diagnostics, and ensuring high-quality repair and maintenance work is completed safely and efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

The successful applicant will be responsible for:

• Carrying out preventative maintenance, diagnostics, repairs, and breakdown support on reach stackers, container handling equipment, forklifts, trucks, generators, and other mobile plant.
• Diagnosing and repairing diesel, petrol, and LPG engines, including Cummins and other OEM equipment.
• Troubleshooting hydraulic, pneumatic, CAN bus, electrical, and electronic control systems.
• Carrying out diagnostics using OEM diagnostic software, service tools, and maintenance management systems.
• Supervising and coordinating workshop repairs and field service activities.
• Leading, mentoring, and training a small team of mechanics and technicians.
• Developing and managing maintenance schedules to ensure repairs and services are completed on time.
• Installing, commissioning, and maintaining single-phase and three-phase power generation systems.
• Ensuring all work is completed to a high standard of safety, quality, and professionalism.
• Completing risk assessments, job safety analysis, service reports, and related documentation.
• Supporting after-hours breakdowns and on-call service requirements when required.

Qualifications & Experience

Applicants must have:

• A recognised Trade Certificate in Heavy Vehicle, Plant, Diesel Fitting, Motor Mechanics, or equivalent.
• Extensive proven experience with container handling equipment and reach stackers.
• Strong experience with large forklifts, 30T+ forklifts, heavy vehicles, mobile plant, and generators.
• Strong knowledge of hydraulic systems, pneumatic systems, automotive electrical systems, and electronic control systems.
• Experience using diagnostic software, OEM service tools, and modern workshop practices.
• Proven ability to diagnose and repair complex mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical faults.
• Previous supervisory or team leadership experience.
• A strong commitment to workplace safety, quality control, and professional workmanship.
• The ability to work independently in the field and as part of a team.
• Willingness to support after-hours and urgent breakdown work when required.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary based on qualifications and experience.
• Company-provided single accommodation or accommodation allowance.
• Vehicle and phone for suitable candidates.
• Opportunities for OEM training and career development.
• A long-term opportunity with a well-established and respected PNG company.
• Supportive workshop and field service team environment.

Application Process

If you are a qualified and experienced mechanic, technician, or supervisor with strong hands-on experience in container handling equipment, reach stackers, hydraulic systems, and electrical control systems, we would like to hear from you.

Please submit your application, including your current CV and details of relevant experience to [email protected]

Only applicants with proven experience in container handling equipment and reach stackers will be considered.