CAT Auto Electrician: Diagnose, Repair & Grow

Sime Motors; Mackay Regional; Hybrid; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

World-Class Training

Career development opportunities

Competitive pay raises

Job summary

Hastings Deering (Australia) Ltd in Mackay, QLD, is seeking an Auto Electrician to diagnose, repair, maintain and commission Caterpillar machinery. The role is permanent, Monday to Friday, with a strong emphasis on safety and quality workmanship.

You will interpret schematics, fault-find, and use diagnostic tools to minimise downtime while delivering reliable equipment performance. A valid driver’s licence is required, and additional licences are advantageous.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Automotive Electrical Technology or equivalent trade qualification.
• Experience diagnosing and repairing heavy equipment, mobile plant, mining, construction, or agricultural machinery.
• Ability to interpret electrical schematics and fault-find using diagnostic equipment.
• Current valid driver’s licence; additional licences and tickets are highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Deliver quality repairs – perform electrical diagnostics, maintenance, and repairs to high standards.
• Troubleshoot electrical faults across Caterpillar machinery and systems.
• Follow workplace health, safety, and environmental procedures daily.
• Research Caterpillar service information, schematics, and diagnostic tools to complete repairs.
• Collaborate with tradespeople, supervisors, and support teams to meet objectives.

Skills

Electrical diagnostics

Fault finding

Schematic interpretation

Heavy equipment experience

Driver's license

Education

Certificate III in Automotive Electrical Technology

Job description

Hastings Deering (Australia) Ltd in Mackay, QLD, is seeking an Auto Electrician to diagnose, repair, maintain and commission Caterpillar machinery. The role is permanent, Monday to Friday, with a strong emphasis on safety and quality workmanship.

You will interpret schematics, fault-find, and use diagnostic tools to minimise downtime while delivering reliable equipment performance. A valid driver’s licence is required, and additional licences are advantageous.