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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Short and sharp: What would YOU do with a Hitachi EX1200-7?
With a mining giant like this at your disposal, the possibilities are pretty big! 💪
We asked the crowd at QME what they`d do if they had the keys to an EX1200-7, and there were some interesting ideas!
Now it`s your turn! What would you do with one? Let us know in the comments! 👇
No shortcuts, no easy ground.
Pulled to perform.
A new Hitachi | LANDCROS has landed in Tharwa! 🧡
Congratulations to Tim, Lisa and Archie from Boss Rural on the delivery of their new Hitachi ZX17U-5A mini excavator.
Compact, versatile and ready to get to work, the ZX17U-5A is a great addition to the Boss Rural fleet, and we reckon it looks pretty good on the trailer too. 👌
A big thanks to the Boss Rural team for choosing Hitachi, and to Anthony Edyvean from our Sales team and Brendan Hodder, Customer Support Representative, for helping with the handover.
We look forward to seeing this one put to work around Tharwa and the ACT!
Short and sharp: What would you nickname this Hitachi EX1200-7?
It`s big, it`s powerful, and it deserves a name to match!
We asked the crowd at QME what they`d call this mining giant, and they certainly got creative! 😂
What would YOU name it? Drop your best nickname in the comments! 👇
Building the future of our industry, together.
Hitachi | LANDCROS was proud to be part of the 2026 IQA National Conference on the Gold Coast, bringing together quarrying professionals, industry leaders and suppliers from across Australia and beyond.
Across three days, our team had the opportunity to connect with the industry, share our perspective on stage and join conversations around the ideas, technology and people shaping the future of quarrying.
We were also proud to support the conference through the Hitachi | LANDCROS Welcome Reception – A big thank you to the Institute of Quarrying Australia and everyone who joined us throughout the event.
See some of the highlights from the IQA welcome reception.
Hitachi | LANDCROS is heading to Murrumbateman Field Days!
Join us on 17–18 October at Stand Y27 on Ravensworth Row and get up close with Hitachi machinery built to perform.
🔥 Plus, visit us at the stand for your chance to win a firepit and esky! The perfect combo for knocking off after a big day.
Come check out the machines, chat with the Hitachi team and enter the draw.
📍 Stand Y27 – Ravensworth Row
📅 17–18 October
See you at Murrumbateman Field Days! 🧡
Decades of engineering. 100,000 hours moving tonnes.
Hitachi | LANDCROS 🟠 Orange You Can Rely On.
Short and Sharp: How many people can fit in an EX8000 excavator bucket?
We put the question to the crowd at QME, and the guesses were coming in thick and fast! 😂
Think you can get it right? Watch the video and drop your guess in the comments! 👇
Hitachi | LANDCROS - Decades of engineering, still hauling forward.
Short and sharp: What would YOU do with a Hitachi EX1200-7?
With a mining giant like this at your disposal, the possibilities are pretty big! 💪
We asked the crowd at QME what they`d do if they had the keys to an EX1200-7, and there were some interesting ideas!
Now it`s your turn! What would you do with one? Let us know in the comments! 👇
No shortcuts, no easy ground.
Pulled to perform.
A new Hitachi | LANDCROS has landed in Tharwa! 🧡
Congratulations to Tim, Lisa and Archie from Boss Rural on the delivery of their new Hitachi ZX17U-5A mini excavator.
Compact, versatile and ready to get to work, the ZX17U-5A is a great addition to the Boss Rural fleet, and we reckon it looks pretty good on the trailer too. 👌
A big thanks to the Boss Rural team for choosing Hitachi, and to Anthony Edyvean from our Sales team and Brendan Hodder, Customer Support Representative, for helping with the handover.
We look forward to seeing this one put to work around Tharwa and the ACT!
Short and sharp: What would you nickname this Hitachi EX1200-7?
It`s big, it`s powerful, and it deserves a name to match!
We asked the crowd at QME what they`d call this mining giant, and they certainly got creative! 😂
What would YOU name it? Drop your best nickname in the comments! 👇
Building the future of our industry, together.
Hitachi | LANDCROS was proud to be part of the 2026 IQA National Conference on the Gold Coast, bringing together quarrying professionals, industry leaders and suppliers from across Australia and beyond.
Across three days, our team had the opportunity to connect with the industry, share our perspective on stage and join conversations around the ideas, technology and people shaping the future of quarrying.
We were also proud to support the conference through the Hitachi | LANDCROS Welcome Reception – A big thank you to the Institute of Quarrying Australia and everyone who joined us throughout the event.
See some of the highlights from the IQA welcome reception.
Hitachi | LANDCROS is heading to Murrumbateman Field Days!
Join us on 17–18 October at Stand Y27 on Ravensworth Row and get up close with Hitachi machinery built to perform.
🔥 Plus, visit us at the stand for your chance to win a firepit and esky! The perfect combo for knocking off after a big day.
Come check out the machines, chat with the Hitachi team and enter the draw.
📍 Stand Y27 – Ravensworth Row
📅 17–18 October
See you at Murrumbateman Field Days! 🧡
Decades of engineering. 100,000 hours moving tonnes.
Hitachi | LANDCROS 🟠 Orange You Can Rely On.
Short and Sharp: How many people can fit in an EX8000 excavator bucket?
We put the question to the crowd at QME, and the guesses were coming in thick and fast! 😂
Think you can get it right? Watch the video and drop your guess in the comments! 👇
Hitachi | LANDCROS - Decades of engineering, still hauling forward.
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