Diesel Motor Mechanic

Sociable Tech; Ipswich City; On-site; AUD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Full-time permanent employment

Safe, supportive workplace culture

Ongoing technical training

Job summary

MASUTA BROS PTY LTD is seeking a Diesel Motor Mechanic to inspect, diagnose, service and repair diesel-powered heavy vehicles in our Queensland workshop. You will perform scheduled maintenance, identify faults, replace worn parts and ensure roadworthy standards.

This full-time role requires AQF certification in diesel technology, hands-on diagnostic skills, and the ability to work with diagnostic tools while maintaining safety and quality.

Qualifications

• AQF Certificate III/IV in automotive diesel field or equivalent.
• Minimum 1 year of full-time diesel motor mechanic experience.
• Experience servicing and repairing diesel-powered heavy vehicles.
• Strong diagnostic and fault-finding skills across diesel systems.
• Ability to read manuals and service documentation.
• Commitment to safe work practices and quality workmanship.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, diagnose, test and repair diesel engines and heavy vehicle components.
• Detect and diagnose faults in diesel engines, transmissions, steering, suspension and brakes.
• Use diagnostic equipment and computer systems to identify faults.
• Dismantle and inspect engine assemblies and components for repair.
• Perform scheduled servicing and preventative maintenance.
• Test and adjust repaired parts for safe operation.

Skills

Diesel diagnostics

Heavy vehicle maintenance

Diagnostic tools use

Manual reading & service docs

Communication skills

Education

AQF Certificate III in Automotive Diesel Engine Technology

AQF Certificate IV in automotive mechanical field

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Computer-based diagnostic systems

Job description

Job Type: Permanent position | Full time position

Job Description

MASUTA BROS PTY LTD The Diesel Motor Mechanic will be responsible for inspecting, diagnosing, testing, servicing, repairing and maintaining diesel-powered heavy vehicles and associated mechanical systems. The successful candidate will perform scheduled and preventative maintenance, identify mechanical faults, repair or replace defective components, and ensure vehicles are maintained to a safe and reliable operational standard.

This is a hands-on, full-time role suited to a qualified tradesperson with strong diagnostic and problem-solving skills and experience working on heavy commercial vehicles and diesel engines.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package
• Full-time permanent employment
• Stable, long-term career opportunity
• Opportunity to work on a diverse heavy vehicle fleet
• Modern workshop environment and diagnostic equipment
• Supportive and safety-focused workplace culture
• Ongoing technical training and professional development
• Career progression opportunities within a growing logistics business
• Exposure to interstate transport and heavy vehicle operations
• Employee-focused and collaborative team environment

Task & responsibilities

• Inspect, maintain, test and repair diesel engines and mechanical components of heavy vehicles.
• Detect and diagnose faults in diesel engines, transmissions, steering, suspension, braking and other mechanical systems.
• Use diagnostic equipment and computer-based systems to identify and assess mechanical faults.
• Dismantle and remove engine assemblies, transmissions, steering mechanisms and other vehicle components for inspection and repair.
• Repair or replace worn, damaged or defective parts and reassemble mechanical components in accordance with manufacturer specifications.
• Perform scheduled servicing and preventative maintenance, including oil changes, lubrication, engine tune-ups and routine inspections.
• Reassemble engines and mechanical components following repairs and servicing.
• Test and adjust repaired mechanical parts and systems to ensure safe and efficient operation.
• Carry out repairs to diesel fuel, cooling, lubrication, braking, steering and suspension systems.
• Inspect heavy vehicles and identify work required to maintain roadworthiness and safety standards.
• Respond to vehicle breakdowns and carry out repairs where operationally required.
• Complete work orders, service records, maintenance reports and parts documentation accurately.
• Liaise with workshop supervisors and operational staff regarding maintenance priorities and vehicle availability.
• Maintain tools, workshop equipment and work areas in a safe, clean and organised condition.
• Follow workplace health and safety, environmental and company procedures at all times.
• Identify potential maintenance issues and recommend repairs or preventative actions to minimise vehicle downtime.
• Assist and support apprentices or junior workshop staff where required.
• Ability and willingness to work a minimum of 38 ordinary hours per week, with reasonable additional hours as required by operational needs.

Qualification & experience

• AQF Certificate III in Automotive Diesel Engine Technology, Heavy Commercial Vehicle Mechanical Technology, or another relevant recognised trade qualification, including the appropriate level of practical training; or an AQF Certificate IV in a relevant automotive mechanical field.
• Minimum one (1) year of relevant full-time experience as a Diesel Motor Mechanic, Heavy Vehicle Mechanic or in a similar role.
• Demonstrated experience servicing, diagnosing and repairing diesel-powered heavy vehicles.
• Strong diagnostic and fault-finding skills across diesel engines and mechanical systems.
• Experience working with transmissions, braking systems, steering, suspension and driveline components.
• Ability to use diagnostic tools, workshop equipment and relevant computer-based diagnostic systems.
• Ability to interpret technical manuals, manufacturer specifications and service documentation.
• Strong commitment to safe work practices and quality workmanship.
• Good communication, organisational and problem-solving skills.

About Company MASUTA BROS PTY LTD is an experienced Australian-owned logistics and transport business delivering freight solutions across Australia. Founded in 2016, the business has grown from serving regional Queensland to providing interstate transport and logistics services nationwide.

Its operations include interstate linehaul, local transport, warehousing, cross-docking, depot-to-depot transportation, 3PL solutions and dangerous goods transport. The company operates a diverse fleet, including prime movers, tautliners, flatbeds, semi-trailers, B-doubles, B-triples and road trains.

Work Type: Full time Salary: $75000-110000

Job Publish: 31-08-2026 Job Expire: 30-09-2026