Komatsu has commenced its biggest ever recruiting drive to employ technicians across Australia, New Zealand and Caledonia.
The highly structured campaign, said to be the most targeted ever in the industry, is intended to identify and provide an opportunity for highly capable technicians who want to be part of the machinery sector and take advantage of global opportunities in the future.
The campaign will be conducted in regional areas to overcome industry negatives of family dislocation and concerns about job longevity (of which are traditionally associated with FIFO operations). Suitable applicants will be offered careers close to their homes in a purposeful drive to achieve a successful work-life balance. The recruitment comes off the back of a rapid upturn in construction, utilities and mining after a period in which the industry was left with a skills shortage, especially amongst the next generation of technicians.
Komatsu has identified related industries such as the military, marine and aeronautic sectors as well as the passenger vehicle, and light and heavy commercial vehicle markets as catchment areas for potential candidates. They also intend to create an inclusive and diverse workforce which will collectively work towards creating new and innovative ideas that sustain the company into the future.
“We know our industry needs to be more receptive of this and in particular, increasing our female workforce is a key part of our diversity and business growth strategy,” the organisation said in a statement.
Colin Shaw, Executive GM People and Strategy commented that part of the recruitment drive is based on providing applicants with upskilling opportunities which can turn jobs into life-long careers.
“Skills gained in the Komatsu system are valued in the open market and are transferable to other occupations, although it is our intention not to lose people we’ve trained,” he explained. More information on the recruitment can be found here.