Heavy Diesel Mechanic

About the role

A leading provider of environmental solutions supporting the steel and metal industry is recruiting a Heavy Diesel Mechanic through its recruiter, Drake Trades and Technical. The role covers a wide range of heavy vehicles, including loaders, excavators, trucks and fixed plant.

Key responsibilities

• Keep equipment safe, reliable and operational
• Servicing, preventative maintenance, repairs and fault finding across diesel engines, transmissions, brakes, hydraulics, pneumatics and mechanical systems
• Complete inspections, identify potential issues, maintain service records and work across both client and customer assets

Required profile

• Trade qualified Diesel Mechanic with proven experience on heavy machinery and fixed plant
• Strong knowledge of diesel engines, hydraulics, pneumatics and mechanical systems
• Solid diagnostic and fault-finding skills
• Strong communication and a genuine commitment to safety
• Willingness to undergo a medical and drug and alcohol screening
• Current right to work in Australia

What we offer

• $54.12 per hour plus 14.9% superannuation
• Monday to Friday, 6:00am to 2:30pm, with plenty of overtime available
• RDOs that can be taken or banked
• $47.39 per day travel allowance