Heavy Diesel Mechanic | Cairns, Qld

Jamesvalã; Cairns Regional; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle provided

Monthly rostered day off

Training and development programs

Long-term career growth

PPE provided

Job summary

Jamesvalã is seeking a skilled Field Service Technician to maintain and repair earthmoving, construction and material handling equipment. Role covers both field and workshop work, with a focus on safe operation, diagnostics and high-quality customer service.

The successful candidate will hold a mandatory trade certificate in heavy equipment or automotive industry and a valid Australian driver’s license. Desirable licenses include automotive air conditioning, MR, forklift, EWP and LPG, with

Qualifications

• Trade certificate in heavy equipment or automotive industry is mandatory.
• Valid Australian driver’s license is mandatory.
• Experience in a similar field role is preferred.
• Desirable: automotive air conditioning, MR/Forklift/EWP/LPG licenses, hydraulics/electrical diagnostics.

Responsibilities

• Detect and diagnose mechanical and electrical faults in engines and components.
• Dismantle, repair, and reassemble mechanical components using service manuals.
• Conduct scheduled maintenance services and client-focused field support.

Skills

Heavy Equipment Knowledge

Automotive Industry Experience

Diagnostic Skills

Customer Service

Education

Trade Certificate in Heavy Equipment or Automotive Industry

Tools

Auto Electrical Diagnostics

Hydraulics & Electrical Systems

Job description

Job Description

• Join a Leading National Distributor of Major Construction & Material Handling Equipment.
• Be rewarded for your technical ability, experience and industry knowledge.
• Top industry rates, company vehicle & supportive team environment.

The Company…

The company is a national leader in the manufacture, distribution, and servicing of industrial, construction, and rural (farm) equipment. They have over 17 branch locations across Australia and New Zealand. They are a National Distributor of top-tier brands like Bobcat, Develon, Clark and Omega. They are renowned for their product range and breadth and have built a strong brand reputation for over 70 years through their technical competency gained in designing and manufacturing heavy equipment.

Due to ongoing growth in the business, they are looking for a self-motivated and technically skilled Heavy Diesel Mechanic/Field Service Technician to join their Cairns branch.

The Position…

In the position of Field Service Technician you will be responsible for the maintenance and repair of earthmoving, construction and material handling equipment. The successful applicant will be required to perform repairs and preventative maintenance on all machines and will be able to confidently problem-solve complex and critical failure situations. The role will be both field and workshop based, with workshop responsibilities including new machine sales, machinery maintenance and more complex mechanical breakdowns. The role requires directly dealing with clients, therefore you must demonstrate a high level of quality customer service.

Key responsibilities include:

• Detection and diagnosis of mechanical and electrical faults in engines and components.
• Perform dismantling, repairing, and reassembling of mechanical components using service manuals.
• Conducting scheduled maintenance services.

The Ideal Candidate…

The ideal candidate will have the following:

• Trade Certificate in Heavy Equipment or the Automotive Industry (mandatory)
• Valid Australian driver's license (mandatory)
• Automotive Air Conditioning license (desirable)
• Auto Electrical experience and diagnostic skills (desirable)
• MR, Forklift, EWP, plant, and LPG licenses (desirable)
• Experience in a similar role
• Proficiency in hydraulics and electrical circuits (desirable)

The company is particularly looking for an individual that has had experience in maintaining and repairing earthmoving, construction, or material handling equipment or has Automotive industry experience.

Benefits…

The company is offering a permanent role with an exceptional hourly rate, commensurate with experience & skills.

• Opportunity for a Monthly Rostered Day Off
• Company vehicle provided for Field Service positions.
• Access to quality training and development programs
• Job support from a solid National structure.
• Long-term career growth within a reputable Australian-owned company
• Full PPE Provided, including Shirts, Pants, Boots, Safety Glasses
• Full-time, Permanent Opportunity (Annual Leave & Personal Leave eligible)
• Great team environment