Plant & Diesel Mechanic – Heavy Vehicle Maintenance

About the role

Our Central-West Orana Project is seeking an experienced Plant / Diesel Mechanic to join the project maintenance team. You will work across a diverse range of heavy vehicles, mobile plant and specialist construction equipment, providing preventative maintenance, servicing, fault finding, breakdown response and defect rectification.

Key responsibilities

• Perform maintenance, servicing and defect rectification of heavy vehicles, semis, trailers, fuel carts and dry‑hire equipment.
• Carry out preventative maintenance and repairs in line with project requirements and manufacturer specifications.
• Diagnose and rectify AdBlue and DPF faults, and conduct auto‑electrical repairs as required.
• Maintain and repair transmission line stringing equipment, telehandlers, EWPs, forklifts and camp fire pumps.
• Respond to breakdowns and provide emergency mechanical assistance across the site.

Required profile

• Australian‑recognised Heavy Vehicle, Plant or Diesel Mechanic trade qualification (Certificate III or equivalent).
• Demonstrated experience servicing heavy vehicles, trucks, trailers and mobile plant equipment.
• Current Construction White Card and a HR‑class driver’s licence.

Required skills

• Mechanical fault‑finding and diagnostic skills for diesel engines and hydraulic systems.
• Experience diagnosing and rectifying AdBlue and DPF systems.
• Auto‑electrical fault finding and repair capability.