Diesel Fitter

Tenkate Group; Caloundra; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company service vehicle

Phone and laptop provided

Ongoing training and development

Long-term career opportunities

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Tenkate Plant Hire Pty Ltd in Caloundra is seeking a qualified Diesel Fitter to join our maintenance team, performing a mix of workshop duties and field service across Queensland. The role requires a minimum of 2 years’ experience on earthmoving equipment, strong diagnostic skills, experience with hydraulics and electrical systems, and a valid Australian C‑Class licence.

HRWL licences are desirable. We offer a 38-hour week with overtime, a company service vehicle, phone and laptop, ongoing

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience working on earthmoving equipment.
• Strong diagnostic and fault-finding ability.
• Experience with hydraulics and electrical systems.
• Current Australian C-Class driver’s licence (or higher).
• HRWL licences – desirable.

Responsibilities

• Maintenance, diagnostics, breakdown response, and repairs.
• Combination of workshop and site-based field service work.

Skills

Diagnostic and fault-finding

Hydraulics and electrical systems

Teamwork and independent work

C-Class licence (Australia)

HRWL licences desirable

Job description

Caloundra Based — Servicing Sites Across Queensland

Tenkate Plant Hire Pty Ltd is a proudly family-owned business operating a large, modern fleet of earthmoving and heavy transport equipment across Queensland.

We are seeking a qualified Diesel Fitter to join our maintenance team in a role that combines workshop duties with field service work.

This position is suited to a reliable tradesperson who enjoys varied work, problem-solving, and developing advanced skills across mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems.

About the Role

• Minimum 38 hours per week with overtime available
• Combination of workshop and site-based field service work
• Maintenance, diagnostics, breakdown response, and repairs

Work across a modern fleet including:

• Volvo articulated haulers, water carts, excavators, and loaders
• Caterpillar dozers
• Heavy road transport equipment

About You

• Minimum 2 years’ experience working on earthmoving equipment
• Strong diagnostic and fault-finding ability
• Experience with hydraulics and electrical systems
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Current Australian C-Class driver’s licence (or higher)
• HRWL (Forklift, CN) licences — desirable
• Australian citizen or permanent resident

What We Offer

• $40 per hour + overtime
• 38-hour standard work week
• Company service vehicle
• Phone and laptop provided
• Ongoing training and development
• Long-term career opportunities within the Tenkate Group
• Supportive team environment in a stable family-owned business

If you are a dependable Diesel Fitter looking for secure work, varied tasks, and a company that values practical skills and long-term commitment, we encourage you to apply.