Field Service Fitter

Sime Motors; Rockhampton Regional; Hybrid; AUD 62,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

7 on 7 off roster

Field Service Allowances

Health & wellbeing programs

Job summary

Hastings Deering is seeking experienced Field Service Fitters to service CAT equipment across the Rockhampton region. This permanent role offers a 7 on, 7 off roster, opportunity to work with mining customers and ensure equipment reliability.

You will diagnose, repair and replace components, document work, and maintain CAT standards while promoting genuine CAT parts and supporting customer operations.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Field Service Fitter on heavy machinery.
• CAT machinery knowledge and diagnostic tooling proficiency.
• Strong troubleshooting of mechanical, electrical and hydraulic faults.
• Customer-focused mindset with clear updates and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance, repairs and component replacements on CAT equipment.
• Diagnose and resolve mechanical, hydraulic and electrical faults.
• Complete service reports, timecards and customer documentation accurately.
• Build strong customer relationships through professional service and technical support.

Skills

Field Service Fitter

Caterpillar CAT knowledge

Diagnostic tooling

Troubleshooting

Customer service

Education

Certificate III in Mobile Plant Technology

Heavy Vehicle Mechanical Technology

Tools

CAT diagnostic tools

Job description

Field Service Fitter# Careers## Field Service FitterApply: Australia | CQ | Rockhampton - Field Service: Full time: Posted Today: JR122273**Company :****About the Role**We are seeking experienced and motivated **Field Service Fitters** to join our team, supporting our mining customers across the region and helping to maximise equipment reliability and performance.These are **permanent field service positions**, with multiple **7 on, 7 off roster options** available.As a Field Service Fitter at Hastings Deering, you will:* Perform maintenance, repairs and component replacements on Caterpillar equipment.* Diagnose and resolve mechanical, hydraulic and electrical faults.* Ensure repairs are completed efficiently and to Caterpillar standards.* Assess components for reusability and provide recommendations for repair or replacement.* Complete service reports, timecards, parts requests and customer documentation accurately.* Build strong customer relationships through professional service and technical support.* Promote genuine CAT parts and identify opportunities to support customer operations.**Who are we and why work with us?**Hastings Deering is proud to be one of the top 5 Caterpillar dealerships globally. We sell, rent, and offer support and parts distribution services for Cat products across a range of industries, including resources, general construction, civil transport and commercial construction, power systems, government, primary industries and marine. We have more than 3,500 employees across 23 business service centres throughout Queensland, Northern Territory, Papua New Guinea, the Solomon Islands and New Caledonia, with our headquarters based in Brisbane, Australia. When you join our team at Hastings Deering, you'll benefit from:* **Big Pay, Bigger Growth** - Competitive hourly rates with competency-based pay rises PLUS regular scheduled increases under our current Enterprise Agreement.* **Attractive roster** - with a 7 on 7 off roster, you will benefit from getting more time back in your life.* **Field Service Allowances** – Additional financial benefits for supporting our customers on the road.* **Body, Mind & Wallet Support** – Free health checks, Employee Assistance Program, income protection insurance and major retailer discounts.**About You**A successful teammate will have:* **Trade qualifications** – Certificate III in Mobile Plant Technology, Heavy Commercial Vehicle Mechanical Technology or equivalent diesel fitter trade.* **Caterpillar product knowledge** – experience working on CAT machinery, systems and diagnostic tooling.* **Strong troubleshooting skills** – ability to diagnose mechanical, electrical and hydraulic faults independently.* **Customer-focused mindset** – confident in building relationships, managing expectations and providing clear updates.* **Safety-first approach** – committed to maintaining high WHS standards at all times.* **Valid driver’s licence** – required to travel between customer sites across the Rockhampton region.**Interested? Here’s What’s Next:****If you’re interested in growing your career with a large OEM, we’d love to hear from you!** ** Apply Now – click the button below.** ** Enquiries: 1300 071 618** ** Contact: Shane Mathers, Talent Acquisition Partner -** [e-mail]*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.*