International Women’s Day Profile: Lisa Wise, Hydraulink
Women in Hydraulink: Lisa Wise relishes problem-solving job A woman grasping her hydraulics career with both hands (literally), is enjoying the problem-solving nature of a job where no two days are the same. Lisa Wise is a Hydraulic Sales and Service Technician (HSST) based on the Gold Coast, part of the national Hydraulink hydraulic hose and service network, which includes 13 company-owned sites in Australia, 135 network partners, and 150 service vehicles offering 24/7 onsite and mobile services. Hydraulink Gold Coast services industries including earthmoving, civil contracting, trucking and transport, and a broad range of industrial companies with machinery powered by hydraulics. “Customers value that we’re friendly, fast, and solutions-focused, so we can get their machinery back up and running again,” says Lisa. “For some customers, machinery downtime means they aren’t earning money for that period, so they really appreciate that we do everything we can to solve their hydraulics problems quickly, and with uniform standards of quality and safety,” she adds. Lisa’s job includes working on machinery and trucks, as well as making hydraulic hoses to customer specifications, and resealing hydraulic cylinders. “I love this role because no two days are the same. We have to think quickly, get our hands dirty, and come up with new solutions. You never get bored!” she says. Supportive atmosphere In the lead up to International Women’s Day (IWD) on March 8, Lisa reflects on working in the hydraulics industry, which is one that typically attracts more men than women to join the profession each year. “For any woman that’s mechanically minded, likes working with machinery, and enjoys problem solving, I’d encourage them to give it a go,” she says. This year’s IWD theme is “inspire inclusion,” so Lisa hopes to inspire others and continue to foster the supportive environment she has experienced […]