At a Glance
- Tasks: Maintain and repair mobile plant assets in a safety-focused environment.
- Company: Join Aurizon, Australia's largest rail freight operator with a collaborative culture.
- Benefits: Enjoy career growth, mentoring programs, and discounts on health insurance and travel.
- Other info: Exciting long-term career opportunities in a diverse and inclusive workplace.
- Why this job: Make a real impact while working with heavy diesel mechanics in a dynamic team.
- Qualifications: Certificate III in Engineering – Mechanical and mechanical trade experience preferred.
The predicted salary is between 67500 - 82500 $ per year.
Join Aurizon’s safety-focused team in Port Adelaide, maintaining and repairing mobile plant assets. Enjoy career growth, great benefits, and the chance to be part of Australia’s largest rail freight operator. Bring your mechanical expertise and help keep critical port operations running smoothly!
Location: Port Adelaide, South Australia
Aurizon is seeking a skilled and qualified Heavy Diesel Mechanic to join our Port Services Maintenance team at Berth 29, Port Adelaide. In this role, you’ll play a key part in ensuring the safety, reliability, and performance of our mobile plant assets. You’ll work within a structured maintenance program, tackling both scheduled and unscheduled tasks while maintaining our strong safety and operational standards.
Responsibilities include:
- Performing preventative and corrective maintenance on port mobile plant and infrastructure
- Diagnosing and repairing mechanical and electrical faults
- Completing risk assessments and adhering to WH&S procedures
- Scoping maintenance work and collaborating with planners to prioritise tasks
- Providing on-call support for urgent breakdowns when required
- Maintaining accurate records in asset management systems
- Identifying and implementing improvements to maintenance processes and asset reliability
About you:
We’re looking for a proactive and safety-focused professional with:
- Certificate III in Engineering – Mechanical or equivalent (mandatory)
- Proven mechanical trade experience (preferred)
- Auto electrical diagnostic skills (advantageous)
- Experience in the crane industry (advantageous)
- Strong background in heavy diesel servicing, mechanical maintenance, and fault diagnostics
- Ability to obtain a Maritime Safety Identification Card (MSIC)
- Competence with computer systems; SAP experience highly regarded
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team
- Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
- Commitment to safety and compliance with WH&S standards
- Effective communication skills for liaising with planners and supervisors
- A current C Class driver’s licence (unrestricted or provisional)
Please Note: Successful applicant must pass pre-employment checks, including a medical. This role is not offered as FIFO/DIDO positions.
What we offer you:
At Aurizon, we support the development and growth of our employees. With a national portfolio of operations, we offer long-term and exciting career opportunities. Some of our benefits include:
- Development and growth opportunities.
- Access to mentoring and development programs.
- Discounts on selected health insurance funds, personal travel, gyms, vehicles and retail brands.
At Aurizon, we are proud of our diverse, collaborative, creative and high-performance culture. We celebrate the contribution of every employee and provide opportunities for career development in a dynamic, caring, and inclusive work environment.
Heavy Diesel Mechanic in Adelaide employer: Aurizon
Aurizon is an exceptional employer that fosters a collaborative work culture where innovation and data-driven decision-making thrive. With a strong commitment to employee growth, we offer extensive professional development opportunities and the chance to work on impactful projects that shape the future of our business. Located in a vibrant area, our team enjoys a supportive environment that values diversity and encourages creative problem-solving.
