At a Glance
- Tasks: Maintain and repair heavy machinery while diagnosing technical issues.
- Company: Established equipment service business in the heavy plant sector.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, company vehicle, and long-term career opportunities.
- Other info: Standard 38-hour week with overtime options available.
- Why this job: Hands-on work with diverse machinery and a supportive team environment.
- Qualifications: Certificate III in Mobile Plant or related trade and mechanical experience.
The predicted salary is between 100000 - 120000 $ per year.
Join an established equipment service business supporting customers across the heavy plant, construction and infrastructure sectors. We’re looking for an experienced Plant Mechanic / Field Service Technician to maintain, diagnose and repair a range of heavy equipment and diesel-powered machinery. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified mechanic with experience in heavy plant, diesel engines or earthmoving equipment who enjoys hands‑on technical work, fault‑finding and providing practical solutions to equipment issues. You'll be part of a specialised service team, working with a diverse range of machinery while receiving a competitive salary package and opportunities to develop your technical expertise.
Key Responsibilities
- Carrying out scheduled servicing, maintenance and repairs on heavy plant and equipment
- Diagnosing and troubleshooting mechanical, hydraulic and diesel engine faults
- Performing repairs and maintenance on a range of heavy machinery
- Responding to equipment breakdowns and resolving technical issues
- Inspecting machinery to identify faults and ensure safe, reliable operation
- Conducting preventative maintenance to minimise equipment downtime
- Providing technical support and completing service work to a high standard
- Maintaining accurate service records and following workplace safety procedures
What You’ll Need
- Certificate III in Mobile Plant, Heavy Diesel, Engineering or a related mechanical trade
- Previous experience servicing and repairing heavy plant, diesel-powered machinery or similar equipment
- Strong fault‑finding and diagnostic skills across mechanical, hydraulic and diesel engine systems
- Experience with Cummins engines, heavy plant or earthmoving equipment would be highly regarded
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Strong problem‑solving skills and a proactive approach to maintenance and repairs
- Professional communication skills and a commitment to workplace safety
- Current driver's licence
- Must be able to pass a pre‑employment medical assessment
Why Work With Us?
- Competitive $100,000–$120,000 salary + company vehicle
- Permanent position with long‑term career opportunities
- Standard 38-hour working week
- Overtime arrangements available
- Opportunity to work on specialised heavy plant and diesel equipment
- Varied technical work with opportunities to expand your mechanical expertise
- Supportive team environment and stable employment
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