Heavy Diesel Mechanic

Adaptalift group; City Of Karratha; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Regional allowance

Competitive pay

Service vehicle

Job summary

Adaptalift Group is expanding its Field Service team in Karratha. We are seeking an experienced Forklift/Heavy Diesel/Construction Equipment Mechanic to service materials handling and construction equipment on client sites across the region.

This autonomous role includes breakdowns, fault finding and routine servicing, with tablet-based day management. You will hold a Mechanical Trade Certificate (Heavy Diesel preferred) with a current driver’s licence and forklift ticket, and be prepared for a

Qualifications

• Must have servicing and diagnostics experience in heavy diesel, construction equipment, or materials handling.
• Licensed to operate forklifts with safety awareness.
• Willingness to participate in a rotating on-call roster.

Responsibilities

• Service client sites across the north-west region (Karratha base).
• Perform breakdown, fault finding and servicing on JCB and related equipment.
• Provide autonomous field service with tablet-enabled job management.

Skills

Current driver’s licence

Forklift licence

Hydraulic experience and electrical</s

Education

Mechanical Trade Certificate (Heavy Diesel preferred)

Job description

• Independent role in Karratha | Modern Service Vehicle provided
• Highly attractive regional allowance on offer in addition to great hourly rates
• Home base depot is located in the Karratha Industrial Estate

About the Role:

Due to the expansion and growth of our business within this region, we are seeking an additional experienced Forklift/Heavy Diesel/Construction Equipment Mechanic to join ourField Service team working on materials handling, access and construction equipment (JCB) on our client sites across the north-west region (Karratha base).

Our Mechanics deliver excellent service to our customers when it comes to breakdowns, fault finding and servicing and are provided with tablet technology to efficiently manage their days.This will be an autonomous role for someone who is confident working on their own with no two days being the same.

About You:

Along with your servicing and diagnostics experience gained in either heavy vehicle, mining, construction, or the materials handling industry, to be considered for this role you must have the following:

• Mechanical Trade Certificate(Heavy Diesel preferred)
• Current drivers licence
• Forklift licence
• Hydraulic experience and electrical diagnostics experience (ideal)
• Ability to participate in a rotating, on call roster

What’s On Offer:

• Competitive hourly rate + overtime opportunities
• Attractive regional allowance to support cost of living and rent
• Annual EBA wage increases
• Permanent, full-time position with long-term job security
• Ongoing JCB product and technical training
• Fully maintained service vehicle and mobile tablet
• Support from experienced supervisors and technical specialists
• Genuine career development and progression opportunities
• Employee rewards program with supermarket, fuel, retail and product discounts
• Wellbeing support and regular employee celebrations

About Us:

Adaptalift Group is one of Australia’s largest materials handling hire and sales companies. Founded in 1979 and still owned and operated in Australia today, Adaptalift exclusively distributes some the world’s best brands including Hyster, Combilift, and now, JCB.

With over 700 proud employees, Adaptalift provides a complete range of aftersales service and support to an impressive number of industries and has a fleet size of over 10,000 units and 32 service centres across Australia.

Applications:

If you’re a qualified Forklift/Heavy Diesel/Construction Equipment Mechaniclooking for your next opportunity, join a growing national dealer network where you’ll have the equipment, training and support to develop your career for the long term.