Field Service Diesel Mechanic | Civil & Construction Equipment

Sime Darby; Darwin; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Hastings Deering (Australia) Ltd is seeking a Field Service Fitter to join our Mining Field Service Team for ongoing work based permanently at a Northern Territory site.

You will travel regularly to a remote NT site on a rotating roster, provide top-tier breakdown, diagnostic and warranty support for CAT equipment, and perform scheduled servicing, repairs and general labour to keep machines running reliably.

Qualifications

• Relevant Trade qualification.
• Demonstrated experience on CAT heavy machinery and use of CAT diagnostic systems.
• Strong fault finding and diagnostic ability.
• Dedicated commitment to health and safety.
• High level of initiative, reliability and ability to work independently.
• Customer driven focus and commitment to continuous improvement.
• Excellent communication, documentation and time management skills.
• Strong adherence to quality control.

Responsibilities

• Embark on an adventure with regular travel to a Northern Territory site on a rotating roster.
• Deliver breakdown, diagnostic and warranty support for CAT equipment.
• Get hands-on with scheduled servicing, repairs and general labour.
• Add value by prioritising work to minimise delays and keep operations running smoothly.
• Deliver excellence with first-class service and improve equipment performance.

Skills

Field service experience

Health & safety focus

Independent worker

Education

Trade qualification

Tools

CAT Diagnostic Systems

CAT heavy machinery

Job description

Company :

Hastings Deering (Australia) Ltd

Take the next step, start something BIG and enhance your career!

We have opportunities for highly skilled Diesel Fitters to join our Mining Field Service Team for ongoing work based permanently at Northern Territory site.

Why Hastings Deering?

It’s simple, at Hastings Deering our people are our core focus. Providing our employees with a wide range of career opportunities, exposure to unmatched training and development aligned to the world leading earth moving OEM Caterpillar, all while being supported by a local team of specialists.

When you start something BIG with Hastings Deering, you’ll have access to:

• Secure your future with a full-time role offering highly competitive pay because your skills deserve top dollar.
• We’ve got your travel covered. All site travel costs paid, so you can focus on the work, not the logistics.
• Enjoy a benefits packed offer, including a generous area allowance, income protection insurance and much more.
• Level up your career with world-class CAT Dealer Technician Training and gain in-demand skills and stay ahead of the curve.
• Your pay will grow with you! Benefit from a guaranteed 8% salary increase over the next two years, plus additional competency-based pay boosts.
• Live life on your terms with rosters built for work‑life balance. Giving you time to recharge, explore, or spend with family.
• Relocating? No worries. We offer relocation support to help you settle into the Northern Territory with ease.
• Enjoy more than just a paycheck with exclusive employee discounts, reward programs, and performance incentives.
• Prioritise your wellbeing with access to our dedicated physical, mental, and financial health support including EAP services, free health checks, and discounted private health insurance.
• Join a team that values you and work with a diverse, inclusive, and supportive crew that spans Australia and beyond.

As a Field Service Fitter, you will:

• Embark on an adventure with regular travel to a vibrant Northern Territory-based site on a continuous rotating roster. This role is perfect for those who thrive on variety and remote work opportunities.
• Showcase your expertise by delivering top‑tier breakdown, diagnostic, and warranty support for industry leading CAT equipment.
• Get hands‑on and make an impact with scheduled servicing, repairs, and general labour support, your skills will keep the wheels turning.
• Add value to our customers by tackling tasks efficiently and prioritising work to minimise production delays and keep operations running smoothly.
• Deliver excellence every time! ensure our customers receive first‑class service while helping boost their equipment’s performance and reliability.

About You

A successful teammate will have:

• Relevant Trade qualification
• Demonstrated experience on CAT heavy machinery and use of CAT diagnostic systems
• Strong fault finding and diagnostic ability
• Dedicated commitment to health and safety
• High level of initiative, reliability and ability to work independently
• A customer driven focus and commitment to continuous improvement
• Excellent communication, documentation and time management skills
• A strong adherence to quality control

Hastings Deering follows a Pre-Employment Process for all successful applicants, which includes two employment references, a National Police Check and a medical assessment. These checks are essential to your application, and your Talent Acquisition Partner will support you through the process.