At a Glance
- Tasks: Maintain and repair heavy diesel machinery in remote locations, ensuring optimal performance.
- Company: Join Territory Water Solutions, a trusted name in the Northern Territory for over 20 years.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, relocation assistance, and four weeks of annual leave.
- Other info: Join a friendly team focused on excellence and enjoy the rich culture of Tennant Creek.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in remote communities while developing your skills in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: 3-5 years as a qualified diesel mechanic with strong problem-solving skills.
The predicted salary is between 35.1 - 42.9 $ per hour.
At Territory Water Solutions, we have been a trusted name in the Tennant Creek, Barkly, and Roper Gulf regions for over 20 years. Our business is built on a diverse portfolio of projects and services in plumbing, drainage, and gas across the residential, commercial and maintenance sectors. We cover all areas of the Central, Barkly and Northern regions of the Northern Territory and are committed to delivering quality work on time, in some of the most remote locations.
We are seeking a skilled and experienced Heavy Diesel Mechanic to join our dedicated team in Tennant Creek. In this hands-on role, you’ll play a vital part in supporting the ongoing maintenance and servicing of essential plant, vehicles, and equipment used across remote communities in the Barkly region.
What You will Be Doing:
- Vehicle & Equipment Maintenance: Perform routine servicing, diagnostics, and repairs on diesel engines and heavy machinery across various sites, including remote locations.
- Breakdown Response: Attend to urgent repairs and breakdowns both in the field and workshop settings, ensuring minimal equipment downtime.
- Preventative Maintenance: Develop and follow scheduled maintenance plans to optimize the performance and longevity of fleet and machinery.
- Workshop Operations: Maintain a clean, safe, and efficient working environment, including proper use of tools and equipment.
- Parts & Inventory Management: Identify, order, and track parts required for repairs, ensuring adequate stock levels are maintained.
- Job Documentation: Accurately complete job cards, maintenance logs, and service reports in a timely manner.
- Safety & Compliance: Follow all WHS protocols and ensure all work complies with relevant safety and environmental standards.
- Team Collaboration: Work closely with operations, fleet managers, and other trades to coordinate work and share technical expertise.
- Training & Mentorship: Support apprentices or junior staff as required, sharing knowledge and promoting skill development.
Why Work With Us?
- Job Security & Growth – Join a well-established business with a strong pipeline of projects, offering long-term job security and opportunities for career progression.
- Support for Relocation – If you're ready to make Tennant Creek your home, we offer relocation assistance and accommodation support.
- Competitive Pay & Benefits – Enjoy a competitive hourly rate, a relocation bonus, work vehicle, uniform, and four weeks of annual leave.
- Training & Development – We’re committed to your professional growth with ongoing training and upskilling opportunities.
- Team Culture – Join a down-to-earth, friendly, and hard-working team focused on excellence and delivering results in challenging environments.
- Tennant Creek – Rich cultural and historical significance, close-knit community, great for outdoor enthusiasts.
What We’re Looking For:
- 3–5 years of experience as a qualified diesel mechanic or heavy vehicle technician, preferably in a field service or remote operations role.
- Trade qualification in Diesel Fitting or Heavy Vehicle Mechanics (Cert III or higher).
- Strong problem-solving and diagnostic skills across a variety of diesel systems.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple service tasks efficiently.
- Experience working in remote or regional environments is highly desirable.
- Strong understanding of WHS and mechanical compliance standards.
- Proficiency in completing service records and basic computer-based reporting.
Qualifications:
- Trade Certificate in Diesel Mechanics or Heavy Vehicle Mechanical Technology.
- Manual Driver’s Licence (essential).
- White Card (Construction Induction).
- Working With Children Check (Ochre Card).
- High Risk Work Licence (desirable – e.g., forklift, EWP).
If you are looking for a challenging, diverse, rewarding role with a company that values its people and their contributions.
Please note: The position is based in Tennant Creek, NT. Relocation and accommodation assistance is available.
Together, with community, government and industry, we’re building the water and gas infrastructure the Northern Territory depends on.
Heavy Diesel Mechanic employer: Territory Water
At Territory Water Solutions, we pride ourselves on being a leading employer in Tennant Creek, offering a supportive and dynamic work environment for our Heavy Diesel Mechanics. With a strong commitment to employee growth through ongoing training and development, competitive pay, and the opportunity to work on meaningful projects that benefit remote communities, we ensure our team members feel valued and secure in their roles. Join us and be part of a friendly, dedicated team that thrives on excellence and collaboration in a culturally rich and close-knit community.
