Mobile Diesel Fitter

About the role

AESTEC Services, a civil construction and maintenance company with contracts with major industrial clients in Gladstone, is hiring a skilled Mobile Diesel Fitter for a stable, full-time position in Gladstone, Queensland. The role involves repairing and maintaining mobile plant and heavy diesel machinery at various sites, with a company vehicle provided and no FIFO or long trips.

Key responsibilities

• Perform maintenance, repairs and reconditioning on earthmoving, heavy diesel, plant and equipment machinery and engines at various sites
• Keep site managers and supervisors informed about job progress and costs
• Carry out repairs following the appropriate control guidelines so that rework is avoided
• Determine whether disassembled parts can be reused
• Submit accurate service reports, timecards, parts request sheets and parts quotes

Required profile

• Relevant trade qualifications and demonstrated service and repair experience on mobile and plant equipment
• Experience repairing earthmoving, construction, quarrying, maritime port and agricultural equipment is highly regarded
• Good communication and customer service skills
• Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team, and to work under pressure during peak periods
• Commitment to workplace health and safety; the role is residential and not suited to FIFO/DIDO

Required skills

• Proven ability with desktop computers and devices
• Experience with diagnostic systems

What we offer

• Pay of $47-$55 per hour full-time, plus penalties, superannuation and regular overtime
• A fully serviced company vehicle for work and personal use
• A standard 38-hour week with regular overtime opportunities
• Career progression and training opportunities