Field Service Mechanic

Kennards Hire; Penrith; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit Share Program

Discounted equipment hire

Paid parental leave

Leave conversion

Salary continuance insurance

Extra 1% superannuation

Salary sacrifice options

WHEREFIT discounts

Job summary

Kennards Hire is seeking Field Service Mechanics in NSW to service and repair a wide range of diesel, petrol and electric-powered equipment on-site and in-branch. You will diagnose faults, perform maintenance, and keep customers moving, with a hands-on, customer-focused approach.

Ideal candidates hold a trade qualification in Heavy Vehicle/Diesel/Plant/Mechanical Fitter, have experience with earthmoving equipment, and can work autonomously in field-based environments while upholding Kennards

Qualifications

• Trade qualification as Heavy Vehicle/Diesel/Plant/Mechanical Fitter.
• Experience working on earthmoving equipment and power equipment.
• Strong fault-finding and diagnostic capability.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out on-site servicing, repairs and maintenance across mobile plant and equipment.
• Diagnosing and rectifying mechanical, hydraulic, electrical and diesel faults.
• Dismantling, repairing and rebuilding engines, pumps and hydraulic systems.
• Performing scheduled and preventative maintenance in line with safety standards.
• Completing pre-hire and post-hire inspections to ensure readiness for hire.
• Ensuring all work meets Kennards Hire Quality standards.
• Accurately completing service records and defect reports.

Skills

Heavy Vehicle Diesel

Education

Trade qualification

Job description

• Field-based servicing, repairs & maintenance of mobile plant & equipment
• Diagnose mechanical, hydraulic & electrical faults on-site
• FMCV + fuel card provided | 40 h p/week | Employee benefits

About the role

At Kennards Hire, we’re not just about equipment – we’re about people. Our mechanics play a vital role in keeping our gear in top shape and our customers happy. We're looking for hands‑on and customer‑focused Field Service Mechanics to maintain and repair a wide range of diesel, petrol, and electric‑powered equipment, on‑site and in-branch.

What you’ll do

You’ll be out on‑site, diagnosing issues, fixing problems and keeping customers moving. Your responsibilities will include:

• Carrying out on‑site servicing, repairs and maintenance across mobile plant and equipment
• Diagnosing and rectifying mechanical, hydraulic, electrical and diesel faults
• Dismantling, repairing and rebuilding engines, pumps, hydraulic systems and components
• Performing scheduled and preventative maintenance in line with safety and environmental standards
• Completing pre‑hire and post‑hire inspections to ensure all equipment is Ready for Hire
• Ensuring all work meets Kennards Hire Quality Operational Management and compliance standards
• Accurately completing service records, defect reports and job documentation
• Responding to breakdowns and prioritising jobs to minimise customer downtime
• Working safely at all times and adhering to WHS procedures
• Representing the Kennards Hire brand with professionalism, confidence and pride during customer interactions

About you

• Trade qualification as a Heavy Vehicle / Diesel / Plant / Mechanical Fitter (or similar)
• Experience working on earthmoving & compaction or power equipment
• Strong fault‑finding and diagnostic capability
• Ability to work autonomously in a field‑based environment
• Strong communication skills and a customer‑first mindset

Why You’ll Love Working with Kennards Hire

Kennards Hire has been family‑owned since 1948, and that family mindset still drives how we work today. With over 2,000 team members across 200+ locations in Australia and New Zealand, we’re proud to be the largest family‑owned equipment hire company in the region and we’re just getting started. Our focus is simple: do what we say we’ll do, support each other, and make our customers’ jobs easy.

Benefits

• Profit Share Program with performance bonuses paid twice a year
• Discounted equipment hire for personal projects
• Paid parental leave for primary and secondary carers
• Leave conversion – convert up to 5 days of unused sick leave to annual leave each year
• Salary continuance insurance after 5 years’ service
• Extra 1% superannuation after 5 years
• Salary sacrifice options
• WHEREFIT discounts on fitness, wellness, meals and activewear

At Kennards Hire, your contribution matters. You’re supported, recognised, and part of a team that genuinely has your back.

As part of the recruitment process, you will be required to complete background checks which may include a police and medical check.