Heavy Duty Mechanic

About the role

A Karratha-based mechanical repairs and maintenance specialist is looking for an experienced Heavy Duty Mechanic. The role covers servicing, maintenance, diagnostics and repairs on heavy vehicles, road transport equipment, plant and machinery, with a mix of workshop work in Port Hedland and site-based work across the Pilbara. It reports directly to the Workshop Manager.

Key responsibilities

• Carry out scheduled servicing, preventative maintenance, diagnostics and repairs on heavy vehicles, transport equipment, plant and machinery
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and basic electrical faults, including engines, transmissions, brakes, suspension, steering, driveline and hydraulic systems
• Attend site-based breakdowns and carry out field repairs
• Inspect equipment to identify defects before failure
• Complete service reports, job cards and maintenance documentation
• Work with the Workshop Manager, supervisors and clients to coordinate repairs and maintenance
• Ensure safe, high-standard work in line with company procedures, client requirements and site safety standards (including Take 5/JHA and mine-site procedures)

Required profile

• Trade qualification as a Heavy Duty Diesel Mechanic, Diesel Fitter or equivalent
• Experience with heavy vehicles, road transport equipment, plant or machinery
• Current Australian driver's licence (HR or MC advantageous)
• Ability to pass pre-employment medical and drug and alcohol screening and obtain site inductions

Required skills

• Strong diagnostic and fault-finding skills; experience on road trains highly regarded
• Repair of engines, transmissions, brakes, suspension, steering, driveline and hydraulic systems

What we offer

• Competitive hourly rate plus superannuation, with a package based on experience
• Flexible roster options: 3/1, 2/1 or 8/6
• Variety of work across heavy transport, mining, plant and machinery in a supportive, team-focused environment
• Long-term career opportunities with a growing, Indigenous-owned and operated Pilbara business