Careers

Are you looking for an opportunity to build and grow your career? Are you looking for a way to make a difference? Or, searching for a path that leads to learning and fulfillment in an exciting, innovative environment? Well, you can find it here — at Altec.

We were founded upon, and continue to utilise values that place the customer first and view people as our greatest strength. Throughout our history, these values have helped us earn the confidence of our customers worldwide. That’s why today, Altec is an innovative, financially sound company setting the standard of excellence in design, manufacturing and service. It’s our priority to ensure we recruit and retain the best in the industry.

Our Philosophy

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and have a standard and consistent approach to the recruitment and selection of employees in order to provide every suitably experienced person with an equal opportunity to obtain employment with us. We abide by all relevant Privacy Legislation.

Career Opportunities


Administration Assistant (Casual, 2 days per week)

The opportunity

Altec Australia, with its parent Altec Inc, is a global leader in the design, manufacture, sales and service of truck-mounted insulated utility equipment, including elevated work platforms and pole borers.

Reporting to the Financial Controller you will be a key member of the administration team.  We have 2 experienced administrators, and we are seeking an Administration Assistant (Casual).  You bring your willingness to learn, customer service focus and attention to detail and we will provide you with the training and support to set you up for success in this casual position.

We are offering 2 days per week from Monday and Thursday.  As your confidence and competence grow, one of these days will be fixed to a Friday.  There is potential for extra days of work depending on the workload.

Your role 

As a member of the Administration Team your primary focus will on accounts payable and job scheduling functions, as well as working on reception and liaising with our departments to ensure administrative tasks are processed in an accurate and timely manner:

  • Processing, seeking relevant approvals and coding of supplier invoices
  • Scanning and electronic document control
  • Creation of Job Cards/Build Folders
  • Vendor Statement Checks
  • Stationary Orders
  • Scheduling of Production Service Jobs
  • Reception duties (answering phones & visitors)
  • Phone and Email Correspondence
  • Printing and filing
  • Ad-hoc activities as required

About you 

  • Preferably with some office/administration experience
  • Competent in the use of Microsoft Excel and Outlook
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
  • Willingness to learn
  • Punctual and reliable attendance
  • Must have a driver’s Licence.

If you want to find out more, please contact David Kee, HR Manager on 0402 895 513

Please email your application including a covering letter and resume to david.kee@altec.com


Assembly/Automotive/Mechanical Technicians

Dandenong South, Melbourne VIC

We are undergoing significant foreseeable growth and are committed to expanding our workforce to meet and exceed the expectations of our customers.

We have brilliant career opportunities for Assembly/Mechanical Technicians at our Assembly, Service and Rebuilds Plant, located at Dandenong South.

If you would like to know more about our vacancies, please call David Kee, HR Manager 0402895513.

To apply please email your resume to david.kee@altec.com


Auto Electrician

Altec Australia a subsidiary of Altec Inc, is a global leader in the design, manufacture, sales and service of truck-mounted insulated utility equipment, including elevated work platforms and pole borers.

We are undergoing significant foreseeable growth and are committed to expanding our workforce to meet and exceed the expectations of our customers.

We have a brilliant career opportunity for a qualified and/or experienced Auto Electrician at our Assembly, Service and Rebuilds Plant, located at Dandenong South.

Sign on bonus is applicable to this position.

What we offer

  • Growth industry
  • Strong safety culture
  • Fun and dynamic team environment
  • Training and Development in new and upcoming systems
  • Full uniform / PPE provided
  • Flexible monthly RDO
  • 7.30 am to 4pm Monday to Friday, overtime available
  • Constantly developing product
  • Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Equal opportunity employer

What you will do in the role 

  • Variety of work from basic assembly to highly technical fault finding and product development
  • Manufacture and Installation of all electrical components during the production of new and used equipment
  • Product research and develop projects
  • Integration into a vehicles electrical system
  • Assist in prototype building of new machines.
  • Assembly of control panels, wiring looms and associated components
  • On site and in house breakdowns and repairs
  • Assist in other areas such as working in rebuilds, stores, service

About you 

  • Auto electrical experience on working with heavy vehicles/equipment both 12 and 24 volt systems
  • You understand and have interpreted circuit diagrams to search for faulty parts and other components
  • Experience in PLCs and CAN systems, advantageous
  • Strong fault finding skills
  • Knowledge on integration of electrics into vehicle systems
  • Strong problem solving skills
  • Willingness to learn new skills
  • Results driven attitude
  • A build as if you were going to buy it mentality
  • Ability to work as part of team and autonomously

If you want to find out more, please contact David Kee, HR Manager on 0402 895 513

Apply Now


Auto Electricians (Casual positions)

Altec Australia a subsidiary of Altec Inc, is a global leader in the design, manufacture, sales and service of truck-mounted insulated utility equipment, including elevated work platforms and pole borers.

We are undergoing significant foreseeable growth and are committed to expanding our workforce to meet and exceed the expectations of our customers.

We have a brilliant career opportunity for a qualified and/or experienced Auto Electrician at our Assembly, Service and Rebuilds Plant, located at Dandenong South.

What we offer

  • Growth industry
  • Strong safety culture
  • Fun and dynamic team environment
  • Operational hours 7.30 am to 4pm Monday to Friday, overtime available
  • Option to work on Saturdays as per business needs
  • Constantly developing product
  • Equal opportunity employer

What you will do in the role 

  • Variety of work from basic assembly to highly technical fault finding and product development
  • Manufacture and Installation of all electrical components during the production of new and used equipment
  • Integration into a vehicles electrical system
  • Assist in prototype building of new machines.
  • Assembly of control panels, wiring looms and associated components
  • Assist in other areas such as working in rebuilds, stores, service

About you 

  • Auto electrical experience on working with heavy vehicles/equipment both 12 and 24 volt systems
  • You understand and have interpreted circuit diagrams to search for faulty parts and other components
  • Experience in PLCs and CAN systems
  • Strong fault finding skills
  • Knowledge on integration of electrics into vehicle systems
  • Strong problem solving skills
  • Willingness to learn new skills
  • Results driven attitude
  • A build as if you were going to buy it mentality
  • Ability to work as part of team and autonomously

If you want to find out more, please contact David Kee, HR Manager on 0402 895 513

Apply Now

 


Mechanical Technician

Altec Australia a subsidiary of Altec Inc, is a global leader in the design, manufacture, sales and service of truck-mounted insulated utility equipment, including elevated work platforms and pole borers.

We are undergoing significant foreseeable growth and are committed to expanding our workforce to meet and exceed the expectations of our customers.

We have a brilliant career opportunity for a qualified and/or experienced Mechanical Technician at our Assembly, Service and Rebuilds Plant, located at Dandenong South.

Sign on bonus is applicable to this position.

What we offer

  • Work in a fun and dynamic team environment
  • Ongoing training and career development opportunities
  • Growth industry job security
  • Full uniform / PPE provided
  • Flexible monthly RDO
  • 7.30 am to 4pm Monday to Friday, overtime available
  • Constantly developing product
  • Strong focus on safety
  • Equal opportunity employer
  • Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

What you will do in the role 

  • Carry out mechanical inspections, service, repairs and major rebuilds on elevated work platforms and diggers
  • Monitor and record part usage
  • Manufacture and repair hydraulic systems
  • Assist in prototype building of new machines
  • On site and in house breakdowns and repairs
  • Work in assembly as required.

About you 

  • Commitment to safety
  • Strong technical skills and a commitment to delivering high quality work.
  • Detail orientated with a focus on providing excellent customer service.
  • Experience in fitting and/or mechanical tasks
  • Experience in working on installation and repair of hydraulic systems (Desirable)
  • Understand and interpret circuit diagrams to search for faulty parts and other components,
  • Strong fault finding skills
  • Ability to work as part of team and autonomously
  • Current Drivers Licence
  • Truck Licence and/or Forklift Licence (Desirable)

If you want to find out more, please contact David Kee, HR Manager on 0402 895 513

Apply Now


Trades Assistants

Altec Australia a subsidiary of Altec Inc, is a global leader in the design, manufacture, sales and service of truck-mounted insulated utility equipment, including elevated work platforms and pole borers.

We are undergoing significant foreseeable growth and are committed to expanding our workforce to meet and exceed the expectations of our customers.

We are seeking Trades Assistants that have a mechanical aptitude and have had some hydraulics experience and/or excited at prospect of developing hydraulics skills and experience.  These positions will be located at our Assembly, Service and Rebuilds Plant in Dandenong South.

What we offer

  • Work in a fun and dynamic team environment
  • Ongoing training and career development opportunities
  • Growth industry
  • Full uniform / PPE provided
  • Flexible monthly RDO
  • 7.30 am to 4pm Monday to Friday, overtime available
  • Constantly developing product
  • Strong focus on safety
  • Equal opportunity employer
  • Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

What you will do in the role 

  • Assist in the assembly elevated work platforms and diggers
  • Assist in the manufacture and repair hydraulic systems
  • Assist in prototype building of new machines

About you 

  • Commitment to safety
  • Mechanical aptitude
  • Some experience in hydraulics and/or excited at prospect of learning hydraulics skills and experience
  • Detail orientated
  • Some experience in fitting and/or mechanical tasks
  • An understanding fault finding
  • Ability to work as part of team and autonomously
  • Current Drivers Licence

If you want to find out more, please contact David Kee, HR Manager on 0402 895 513

Apply Now


Accounts Payable Officer

Altec Australia a subsidiary of Altec Inc, is a global leader in the design, manufacture, sales and service of truck-mounted insulated utility equipment, including elevated work platforms and pole borers.

We are undergoing significant foreseeable growth and are committed to expanding our workforce to meet and exceed the expectations of our customers.

Reporting to the Financial Controller, as an Accounts Payable Officer you will be a key part of our small administration and reception team with a primary focus on accounts payable and job scheduling functions.

The role

  • Processing, seeking relevant approvals and coding of supplier invoices
  • Scanning and electronic document control
  • Creation of Job Cards/Build Folders
  • Vendor Statement Checks
  • Vendor Banking Verifications
  • Stationary Orders
  • Scheduling of Production Service Jobs
  • Reception duties (answering phones & visitors)
  • Phone and Email Correspondence
  • Printing and filing
  • Ad-hoc activities

About you

  • Accounts Payable and/or office/administration experience preferred
  • Competent in the use of Microsoft Excel and Outlook
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
  • Willingness to learn and undertake tasks outside of basic scope of role
  • Punctual and reliable attendance
  • Must have a driver’s License

The role is a permanent onsite full-time position where training will be provided to bring you up to speed

Customer First – Enjoyment of Work – Family – Financial Stability – Integrity – People are our Greatest Strength – Quality – Spiritual Development – Teamwork

If you want to find out more, please contact David Kee, HR Manager on 0402 895 513

Apply Now


From career development to global opportunities, Altec offers a variety of ways to help build the career you’ve always wanted.

Contact us today at info@altecaus.com.au or 1300 1 ALTEC to learn more about a career with Altec.

Altec Australia, a subsidiary of Altec Inc, is an industry leader in the design, manufacture, sale and service of truck-mounted hydraulic utility equipment, including elevated work platforms and pole borers.