About this Quoting Advisor role at Sime Darby
Company :
Hastings Deering (Australia) LtdWhat you’ll be doing:
Are you a qualified tradesperson looking to move off the tools while staying close to the machinery you know best?
We’re looking for a Quoting Advisor to join our award-winning team. Working out of your local branch, this role is ideal for someone with strong mechanical knowledge of heavy equipment who can confidently assess repair and rebuild requirements, develop accurate scopes of work and provide tailored solutions for our customers.
You'll use your hands-on experience and technical expertise to help plan major machine and component rebuilds across our Cat product range, playing a critical role in keeping our customers' equipment operating at peak performance.
As a Quoting Advisor, you'll be the technical link between our customers, workshops and internal stakeholders, responsible for:
Developing detailed quotes for machine and component rebuilds, repairs and overhauls
Reviewing inspection reports and technical information to determine repair requirements
Applying your knowledge of Caterpillar equipment, components and rebuild practices to create effective solutions
Pricing labour, parts and resources to ensure accurate and competitive quotations
Managing Work In Progress (WIP) and monitoring quote progression
Building strong relationships with customers, technicians and operational teams
Supporting outstanding customer outcomes through quality, accuracy and technical expertise
Who are we and why work with us?
Hastings Deering is proud to be one of the top 5 Caterpillar dealerships globally. We sell, rent, and offer support and parts distribution services for Cat® products across a range of industries, including resources, general construction, civil transport and commercial construction, power systems, government, primary industries and marine.
We have more than 3,500 employees across 23 business service centres throughout Queensland, Northern Territory, Papua New Guinea, the Solomon Islands and New Caledonia, with our headquarters based in Brisbane, Australia.
When you join our team at Hastings Deering, you’ll benefit from:
Body, Mind & Wallet Support - Free health checks, Employee Assistance Program, income protection insurance, and discounts at major retailers.
Career Paths That Work for You - Grow into leadership, technical specialist, or support service roles. At Hastings Deering, we align with YOUR goals.
Get more time back in your life - Our work schedules are made to fit your life, giving you the flexibility to take care of what matters most outside of work.
Security you can count on - Enjoy the stability of a long-term career with Hastings Deering, backed by global strength.
Cutting Edge Tech - Get hands-on experience with the latest CAT technology as we shape the future of mining and heavy equipment solutions.
About you:
You'll be someone who understands heavy equipment because you've worked on it.
Ideally, you'll have:
Experience working on Caterpillar or similar heavy mobile equipment
Strong knowledge of machine and component rebuild processes
The ability to interpret technical information, inspection reports and customer requirements
Practical problem-solving skills and commercial awareness
Strong communication skills and the ability to work with multiple stakeholders
Previous experience in estimating or quoting is advantageous but not essential. If you've spent time diagnosing, rebuilding and repairing heavy equipment, we'll help you develop the quoting skills.
Interested? Here’s What’s Next:
If you’re interested in growing your career with a large OEM, we’d love to hear from you!
📌 Apply Now – click the button below.
📞 Enquiries: 1300 071 618
👤 Contact: Shane Mathers, Talent Acquisition Partner – [email protected]
Hastings Deering follows a Pre-Employment Process for all successful applicants, which includes two employment references, a National Police Check and a medical assessment. These checks are essential to your application, and your Talent Acquisition Partner will support you through the process.