Heavy Diesel Mechanic - Fifo

Aurizon; Shire Of Esperance; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Development opportunities

Mentoring programs

Discounts on health insurance, travel,

Gyms

Vehicle discounts

Job summary

Aurizon is seeking a qualified Heavy Diesel Mechanic to join the Murrin Murrin Operations in Western Australia on a 2 & 1 roster, flying out of Perth. You will maintain and repair Aurizon’s mobile plant assets, focusing on safety, reliability and efficiency within a structured maintenance program.

Responsibilities include servicing road trains and heavy mining equipment, diagnosing faults, and performing component changes while adhering to site safety standards and procedures.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated heavy diesel servicing experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled servicing, maintenance, fault diagnosis and repairs on road trains and heavy mobile mining equipment.
• Conduct breakdown repairs to minimise downtime and maintain production targets.
• Inspect, test and repair hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical and mechanical systems.
• Complete component change-outs including engines, transmissions, differentials and hydraulics.
• Carry out preventative maintenance per OEM/site requirements.
• Interpret manuals, schematics and diagnostics to fix faults.
• Maintain maintenance records and equipment history.

Skills

Heavy diesel servicing

Fault diagnostics

Independent worker

Problem solving

Education

Cert III in Engineering - Mechanical

Tools

Auto electrical diagnostics

Computer skills

Job description

About the Role:

Aurizon is looking for a qualified and experienced Heavy Diesel Mechanic to join our Murrin Murrin Operations in WA on a 2 & 1 Roster flying out of Perth. In this role, you will be responsible for maintaining and repairing Aurizon’s mobile plant assets, ensuring their safety, reliability, and efficiency. You will work within a structured maintenance program, responding to planned and unplanned maintenance while upholding Aurizon’s commitment to safety and operational excellence.

Responsibilities include:

• Perform scheduled servicing, maintenance, fault diagnosis, and repairs on road trains and heavy mobile mining equipment.
• Conduct breakdown repairs and troubleshooting to minimise equipment downtime and maintain production targets.
• Inspect, test, and repair hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, and mechanical systems.
• Complete component change-outs including engines, transmissions, differentials, and hydraulic systems.
• Carry out preventative maintenance activities in accordance with OEM and site requirements.
• Interpret technical manuals, schematics, and diagnostic information to identify and rectify faults.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, work orders, and equipment history documentation.
• Ensure all work is completed safely and in compliance with site safety standards, procedures, and legislation.
• Collaborate with supervisors and leaders to optimise equipment reliability and availability.

About you:

Equipment Experience (Desirable)

• Kenworth 509s and 510s
• Road trains / Side tippers
• WA900 Loaders
• Hitachi Excavators
• CAT Graders

We are seeking individuals who have:

• Cert III in Engineering - Mechanical or equivalent (Mandatory)
• Auto electrical diagnostic skills (Preferred)
• Experience in heavy diesel serving, mechanical maintenance and fault diagnostics
• Demonstrated computer and software skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Commitment to safety and compliance with WH&S standards
• C Class driver’s licence (unrestricted or provisional)

Please Note: Successful applicant must pass pre-employment checks, including a mine safe medical.

What We Offer:

At Aurizon, we support the development and growth of our employees. With a national portfolio of operations, we offer long-term and exciting career opportunities. Some of our benefits include:

• Development and growth opportunities.
• Access to mentoring and development programs.
• Discounts on selected health insurance funds, personal travel, gyms, vehicles and retail brands.

About Aurizon:

Aurizon is Australia’s largest rail freight rail freight operator with integrated landside supply chain solutions and a top 100 ASX company. Each year, we deliver more than 250 million tonnes of Australian commodities right across the country. Aurizon is crucial to the Australian economy, connecting miners, primary producers and industry with international and domestic markets.

At Aurizon, we are proud of our diverse, collaborative, creative and high-performance culture. We celebrate the contribution of every employee and provide opportunities for career development in a dynamic, caring, and inclusive work environment.

To learn about us and our company values, please visit www.aurizon.com.au/careers