Engine Rebuilder 23/09/26

MacKellar Group; Nambour; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 131,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Camp accommodation + meals provided

DIDO travel to Blackwater

Job summary

MacKellar Group is seeking an experienced Diesel Engine Rebuilder / Heavy Diesel Fitter to join our mining maintenance team. You will be responsible for the rebuild, overhaul, repair and testing of Caterpillar (CAT) diesel engines used across heavy mining equipment, including haul trucks, dozers, loaders and excavators.

Key duties include CAT diesel engine rebuilds, diagnosing faults, disassembly/inspection/reassembly to Caterpillar specs, and ensuring safety and quality.

Qualifications

• Mechanical trade qualification, preferably Diesel Fitter / Heavy Diesel Fitter.
• Post-trade experience in engine rebuilding, mining or heavy mobile equipment.
• Experience with Caterpillar / CAT diesel engines.
• Strong knowledge of diesel engines and mechanical systems.
• Experience using diagnostic equipment and interpreting technical manuals/schematics.
• Strong commitment to safety, quality and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Complete CAT diesel engine rebuilds, overhauls and repairs.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot engine faults.
• Disassemble, inspect, repair and replace engine components.
• Reassemble engines to Caterpillar specifications.
• Conduct testing, adjustments and quality checks following rebuilds.
• Maintain accurate maintenance and rebuild records.
• Work with the maintenance team to prioritise rebuilds around equipment availability and downtime.
• Maintain a strong focus on safety and quality workmanship.

Skills

Diesel engine rebuilding

Engine diagnostics

Cat diesel engines

Safety awareness

Education

Mechanical trade qualification

Diesel Fitter / Heavy Diesel Fitter

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Job description

Diesel Engine Rebuilder – Mining

• Rates starting at $65p/h - 5/2 roster, Day shift only!
• DIDO to Blackwater, camp accommodation + meals supplied
• Join an industry leader and build on your career in the mining industry
• Rates starting at $65 per hour + super on all rostered hours
• 5/2 day shift-only roster
• DIDO – approximately 2 hours west of Rockhampton
• Camp accommodation + meals provided for those travelling from outside the Blackwater area

Why MacKellar?

• Rates starting at $65 per hour + super on all rostered hours
• 5/2 day shift-only roster
• DIDO – approximately 2 hours west of Rockhampton
• Permanent opportunity
• Camp accommodation + meals provided for those travelling from outside the Blackwater area

About the Role

MacKellar is seeking an experienced Diesel Engine Rebuilder / Heavy Diesel Fitter to join our mining maintenance team. You'll be responsible for the rebuild, overhaul, repair and testing of Caterpillar (CAT) diesel engines used across heavy mining equipment, including haul trucks, dozers, loaders and excavators.

Key Responsibilities

• Complete CAT diesel engine rebuilds, overhauls and repairs.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot engine faults.
• Disassemble, inspect, repair and replace engine components.
• Reassemble engines to Caterpillar specifications.
• Conduct testing, adjustments and quality checks following rebuilds.
• Maintain accurate maintenance and rebuild records.
• Work with the maintenance team to prioritise rebuilds around equipment availability and downtime.
• Maintain a strong focus on safety and quality workmanship.

What You'll Need

• Mechanical trade qualification, preferably Diesel Fitter / Heavy Diesel Fitter.
• Post-trade experience in engine rebuilding, mining or heavy mobile equipment.
• Experience with Caterpillar / CAT diesel engines.
• Strong knowledge of diesel engines and mechanical systems.
• Experience using diagnostic equipment and interpreting technical manuals/schematics.
• Strong commitment to safety, quality and teamwork.