Heavy Duty Mechanic - Geraldton Workshop

About the role

A recruitment agency is hiring a Heavy Duty Mechanic for a Geraldton workshop. The client is the maintenance arm of an established Western Australian waste, recycling and resources group, with workshops and offices in Geraldton, Kalgoorlie, Leonora and Perth; its maintenance team has grown from one person to about 30 tradespeople. The role is permanent full-time, mostly workshop-based, with field work only for breakdowns, and pays $70 per hour plus super.

Key responsibilities

• Service, maintain and repair heavy mobile plant
• Diagnose faults and complete repairs in the workshop
• Attend breakdowns in the field when required
• Complete servicing records and follow site safety procedures

Required profile

• Qualified Heavy Duty Mechanic with an earthmoving background
• At least 2 years' post-trade experience
• Based in Geraldton or willing to relocate there
• Driver's licence (HR or MC licence desirable but not essential)
• Clear National Police Clearance
• Ability to pass a full pre-employment medical and drug and alcohol test

What we offer

• $70 per hour plus super, permanent full-time role
• Local Geraldton position, Monday to Friday, home every night, no FIFO
• Work on varied equipment such as excavators, integrated tool carriers, material handlers, shears and balers
• Long-term security in a business that keeps investing in its maintenance team

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