Apprentice Mechanic – Muswellbrook
What do you enjoy most about your role at Hitachi?
I’m a 4th year apprentice plant mechanic. I fix heavy machinery in the mines and also construction machinery, for example; excavators, dump trucks, dozers and articulating dump trucks. I love that I could be working on different machines with completely different situations. Every day is different, so I learn something new in every situation when working on the machinery.
Has your pathway into this field been challenging?
It has been quite challenging balancing TAFE with working full time. However, working with great supervisors and tradesmen, whether it’s in the workshop or out in field, having all that experience and knowledge from others has definitely helped me learn throughout my apprenticeship.
Has it been a fulfilling career journey?
Yes it has definitely been fulfilling, as the work conditions constantly change. Every day is different and an exciting way to learn new things is. I’m on the lifestyle roster which is great, because I can go travelling on my days off, play rugby union and hang out with my friends.
Does your job provide you a sense of achievement?
I get more confident every week with the support of my tradesmen. While I am still in my apprenticeship and still learning, I try my absolute best in everything I do. I’ve also recently joined the Muswellbrook branches’ safety committee, so I’m hoping I can bring some new fresh ideas to have positive outcomes throughout the workforce.
While I am still in my apprenticeship and still learning, I try my absolute best in everything I do
How would you describe your experience so far at Hitachi?
I have had the best experience at Hitachi. As soon as my apprenticeship is completed, at the start of next year I look forward to staying on full time in Field Service and continuing my Hitachi OEM career.
What personal attributes have brought you success so far in your apprenticeship?
Always show interest in the jobs you’re undertaking, be like a sponge and absorb as much knowledge as you can from the tradesmen and supervisors. There is a lot of experience and wisdom to access, and always so much to learn and expand on your experience!
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👷We’re heading to The National Diesel Dirt & Turf Expo 2026 🚧
Hitachi is bringing an impressive lineup of machines to this year’s DDT show & you won’t want to miss it.
🏆 Competitions
⚙️ Cutting-edge equipment
🤝 Meet the experts behind the machines
…and plenty more happening on our stand!
Come and see the team, get up close with the latest machinery, and experience what makes our machines stand out.
🗺️ Sydney Dragway: Ferrers Rd, Eastern Creek NSW 2766
📆 17-19 April 2026
📍Stand D1
BECAUSE UPTIME IS EVERYTHING
Long shifts.
Demanding conditions.
Machines that keep working.
LANDCROS wheel loaders are built to support consistent performance on site - helping reduce downtime and keep projects moving.
Reliable equipment. Backed by experienced support.
LANDCROS — Solutions Beyond Machinery.
Tight spaces with total control.
Out in Brisbane, GCE Contractors are getting it done with the ZX135US-7, and operator James is right at home in the seat.
With zero tail swing, there’s no second guessing when you’re slewing around tight jobsites - just smooth, confident operation where it counts.
More precision. Less risk. Peace of mind on every move.
@gcecontractorspty
Your machines work hard. Now they can work smarter too.
With LANDCROS Connect, you can stay connected to your Hitachi machines wherever the job takes you. From monitoring machine health to tracking performance and location, it gives you the insights needed to keep your equipment running efficiently and your projects moving forward.
Smarter maintenance planning. Greater control over your fleet.
Because when you know more about your machines, you have the ability to become more cost effective and deliver improved machine longevity.
Learn more about LANDCROS Connect:
https://hitachicm.com.au/landcros-connect/
💍 Not your typical wedding guest… but we’ll take the invite.
We don’t usually get invited to weddings… but when we do, we bring something special.
Wagerup Constructions have taken delivery of their first ZX85U-7 - and this one comes with a story.
Back in September 2025, Rick made a promise to his daughter Kimberley:
Win the tender for a project needing an 8-tonne excavator… and he’d buy one as her wedding gift.
Fast forward - Kimberley delivered.
And now, alongside tying the knot with Jonathan, they’ve added a new addition to the family business.
A wedding gift that’ll be working hard for years to come.
Congratulations to Kimberley & Jonathan, and welcome to the fleet 💪
PROVEN ON SITE
Built for the conditions operators face every day.
LANDCROS excavators are known for reliability, durability and strong resale value - supporting crews across demanding construction and mining environments.
Japanese engineering. Practical performance on site.
LANDCROS — Solutions Beyond Machinery.
Even when the sun goes down, the work doesn’t stop.
Because projects don’t pause.
Deadlines don’t shift.
And performance doesn’t wait for sunrise.
Inside our remanufacturing facility, our team works around the clock to keep components rebuilt, machines running and customers moving.
LANDCROS
The Work Continues
36 tonnes of serious digging power.
The Hitachi ZX360LCH-7 has landed with the team at Apex Civil Solutions, ready to get straight to work.
Built for demanding civil projects, the ZX360LCH-7 delivers the performance, durability and operator comfort that crews rely on when productivity matters most.
It’s always great seeing another Hitachi machine join the fleet of a growing civil contractor, and we’re proud to support the Apex team as they continue delivering quality projects across Queensland.
We can’t wait to see this machine in action.
@apexcivilsolutionsqld
This week we recognised and thanked the incredible women across our business.
From workshops and mine sites to branches and offices, the leadership, capability, energy and perspective they bring every day continues to shape the future of our company.
As Ray Kitic shares in this message, our commitment goes beyond recognition. We remain focused on strengthening the pathways and opportunities that support the growth and success of women across our organisation.
👷We’re heading to The National Diesel Dirt & Turf Expo 2026 🚧
Hitachi is bringing an impressive lineup of machines to this year’s DDT show & you won’t want to miss it.
🏆 Competitions
⚙️ Cutting-edge equipment
🤝 Meet the experts behind the machines
…and plenty more happening on our stand!
Come and see the team, get up close with the latest machinery, and experience what makes our machines stand out.
🗺️ Sydney Dragway: Ferrers Rd, Eastern Creek NSW 2766
📆 17-19 April 2026
📍Stand D1
BECAUSE UPTIME IS EVERYTHING
Long shifts.
Demanding conditions.
Machines that keep working.
LANDCROS wheel loaders are built to support consistent performance on site - helping reduce downtime and keep projects moving.
Reliable equipment. Backed by experienced support.
LANDCROS — Solutions Beyond Machinery.
Tight spaces with total control.
Out in Brisbane, GCE Contractors are getting it done with the ZX135US-7, and operator James is right at home in the seat.
With zero tail swing, there’s no second guessing when you’re slewing around tight jobsites - just smooth, confident operation where it counts.
More precision. Less risk. Peace of mind on every move.
@gcecontractorspty
Your machines work hard. Now they can work smarter too.
With LANDCROS Connect, you can stay connected to your Hitachi machines wherever the job takes you. From monitoring machine health to tracking performance and location, it gives you the insights needed to keep your equipment running efficiently and your projects moving forward.
Smarter maintenance planning. Greater control over your fleet.
Because when you know more about your machines, you have the ability to become more cost effective and deliver improved machine longevity.
Learn more about LANDCROS Connect:
https://hitachicm.com.au/landcros-connect/
💍 Not your typical wedding guest… but we’ll take the invite.
We don’t usually get invited to weddings… but when we do, we bring something special.
Wagerup Constructions have taken delivery of their first ZX85U-7 - and this one comes with a story.
Back in September 2025, Rick made a promise to his daughter Kimberley:
Win the tender for a project needing an 8-tonne excavator… and he’d buy one as her wedding gift.
Fast forward - Kimberley delivered.
And now, alongside tying the knot with Jonathan, they’ve added a new addition to the family business.
A wedding gift that’ll be working hard for years to come.
Congratulations to Kimberley & Jonathan, and welcome to the fleet 💪
PROVEN ON SITE
Built for the conditions operators face every day.
LANDCROS excavators are known for reliability, durability and strong resale value - supporting crews across demanding construction and mining environments.
Japanese engineering. Practical performance on site.
LANDCROS — Solutions Beyond Machinery.
Even when the sun goes down, the work doesn’t stop.
Because projects don’t pause.
Deadlines don’t shift.
And performance doesn’t wait for sunrise.
Inside our remanufacturing facility, our team works around the clock to keep components rebuilt, machines running and customers moving.
LANDCROS
The Work Continues
36 tonnes of serious digging power.
The Hitachi ZX360LCH-7 has landed with the team at Apex Civil Solutions, ready to get straight to work.
Built for demanding civil projects, the ZX360LCH-7 delivers the performance, durability and operator comfort that crews rely on when productivity matters most.
It’s always great seeing another Hitachi machine join the fleet of a growing civil contractor, and we’re proud to support the Apex team as they continue delivering quality projects across Queensland.
We can’t wait to see this machine in action.
@apexcivilsolutionsqld
This week we recognised and thanked the incredible women across our business.
From workshops and mine sites to branches and offices, the leadership, capability, energy and perspective they bring every day continues to shape the future of our company.
As Ray Kitic shares in this message, our commitment goes beyond recognition. We remain focused on strengthening the pathways and opportunities that support the growth and success of women across our organisation.
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