Diesel Mechanic

Australian Tartaric Products; Colignan; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hands-on work in large-scale facility

Skills development across equipment

Competitive remuneration

Job summary

Australian Tartaric Products in Colignan, VIC, is seeking a full-time Diesel Mechanic to join our maintenance team. You will service, repair and maintain diesel-powered vehicles and mobile plant to keep production running safely and efficiently.

Ideal candidates hold a diesel/heavy vehicle trade qualification, demonstrate strong fault-finding and diagnostic abilities, and can work both independently and in a team. A current C-class driver’s licence and safety commitment are essential.

Qualifications

• Relevant trade qualification as a Diesel Mechanic, Heavy Vehicle Mechanic or equivalent.
• Strong mechanical fault-finding and diagnostic skills.
• Ability to prioritise maintenance tasks and respond to breakdowns when required.

Responsibilities

• Service, maintain and repair diesel-powered vehicles and mobile plant.
• Carry out scheduled and preventative maintenance.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, hydraulic and electrical faults.
• Maintain forklifts, loaders, tractors, excavators and other mobile plant.
• Carry out servicing and repairs on all equipment on site.
• Respond to equipment breakdowns and carry out repairs as required.
• Identify and report potential equipment faults before they result in breakdowns.
• Complete equipment inspections, maintenance records and work orders.
• Work with production and maintenance teams to minimise equipment downtime.
• Maintain a clean and organised workshop and work area.
• Follow company safety, quality and environmental procedures.

Skills

Mechanical fault-finding

Diagnostic skills

Safety conscious

Attention to detail

Team player

Education

Trade qualification (Diesel/Heavy Vehicle Mechanic)

Job description

Australian Tartaric Products is a leading international manufacturer of food-grade Tartaric Acid and Grape Spirit, located in Colignan in the Mildura region. We pride ourselves on our state-of-the-art processing facilities, including a distillery and biomass boiler, and are committed to delivering high-quality products to customers around the world.

The Opportunity

We are currently seeking a full-time Diesel Mechanic to join our dedicated maintenance team. This is a hands‑on role responsible for the servicing, maintenance and repair of our mobile plant, vehicles and diesel‑powered equipment. Working closely with our maintenance and production teams, you will help ensure our equipment remains safe, reliable and operational.

Key Responsibilities

• Service, maintain and repair diesel‑powered vehicles and mobile plant
• Carry out scheduled and preventative maintenance
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, hydraulic and electrical faults
• Maintain forklifts, loaders, tractors, excavators and other mobile plant
• Carry out servicing and repairs on all equipment on site
• Respond to equipment breakdowns and carry out repairs as required
• Identify and report potential equipment faults before they result in breakdowns
• Complete equipment inspections, maintenance records and work orders
• Work with production and maintenance teams to minimise equipment downtime
• Maintain a clean and organised workshop and work area
• Follow company safety, quality and environmental procedures

Skills and Experience

• Relevant trade qualification as a Diesel Mechanic, Heavy Vehicle Mechanic or equivalent
• Previous experience servicing and repairing diesel‑powered equipment
• Strong mechanical fault‑finding and diagnostic skills
• Experience with hydraulic systems and mobile plant is advantageous
• Experience working on forklifts, loaders, tractors, excavators or similar equipment is advantageous
• A current driver's licence
• Strong commitment to workplace safety
• Good attention to detail and problem‑solving skills
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Ability to prioritise maintenance tasks and respond to breakdowns when required

What We Offer

• Hands‑on work in a large‑scale manufacturing environment
• Opportunity to develop skills across a wide range of equipment
• Competitive remuneration based on experience and qualifications