Diesel Mechanic - Parkes

GrainCorp; Parkes; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ongoing training and safety programs

Paid parental leave

Birthday leave

Family Inclusive Workplace accredited

Job summary

GrainCorp in Parkes is seeking a permanent Diesel Mechanic to join the Maintenance team. Reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor, you will service and maintain diesel-based mobile equipment and fixed assets, primarily in the workshop with occasional site visits.

You will diagnose faults, repair engines, steering, transmission and braking systems, perform preventative maintenance and manage parts inventory. A trade certificate in diesel or automotive mechanics and strong fault-finding skills are

Qualifications

• Trade certificate in diesel or automotive mechanics is required.
• Experience as a fitter is desirable.
• Demonstrated fault-finding capabilities and safety‑mocused approach.
• Computer literacy, good time management and clear communication are essential.

Responsibilities

• Diagnostics, fault-finding and repairs on vehicles and equipment.
• Repair and service engines, steering, transmission and braking systems.
• Preventative maintenance on vehicles and equipment.
• Maintain parts inventory and workshop cleanliness.

Skills

Fault-finding

Time management

Communication

Safety focused

Self-motivated

Reliability

Education

Trade certificate in diesel or automotive mechanics

Tools

HR Licence

Job description

Role:Maintenance Mechanic
Location: Parkes

About the team

What did you have for breakfast today? Whether it’s the flour in your toast or the grain in your cereal, it’s highly likely that GrainCorp helped get it onto your plate! As we find new ways to connect rural communities with food, animal feed and industrial customers around the world, we are proud to say we’re leading the way in sustainable agriculture.

About the role

Reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor we’re seeking a permanent Diesel Mechanic to join the team based at our Parkes site. This role has become available due to retirement with the team and will be responsible for servicing, preventative maintenance and breakdown management of various diesel-based mobile equipment including front-end loaders, tractors, Bobcats, generators as well as some fixed equipment. Whilst most of your work will be workshop-based, some travel in the region may be required to undertake repairs and servicing on-site.

• Vehicle and equipment diagnostics, fault-finding and repairs
• Engine, steering, transmission and braking systems repair, replacement and checks
• Preventative maintenance on vehicles and equipment
• Maintenance of parts inventory and workshop cleanliness

About your experience

Our ideal candidate has a relevant trade certificate in diesel or automotive mechanics and also previous experience as a Fitter. You will have proven fault-finding capabilities and be proactive and safety focused. Computer literate, self-motivated and reliable, you’ll have solid time management abilities and a high standard of communication. The ability to work at heights and within confined spaces is required. A HR licence would be preferred, but not essential.

What we offer:

• Ongoing training and safety programs
• Paid Parental leave and birthday leave
• We’re a Family Inclusive Workplace accredited employer, committed to supporting you both on & off the job.