Heavy Diesel Mechanic: Fleet & Plant Maintenance

Chandler Macleod; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 63,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Chandler Macleod is seeking an experienced Heavy Diesel Mechanic for our busy Melbourne workshop. You will service and repair heavy plant, equipment and vehicles, ensuring roadworthiness and safety across a diverse fleet.

Role emphasizes fault-finding and diagnostics in diesel, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems, with oxy-acetylene brazing and MIG welding as part of duties. You will support apprentices and uphold high safety standards.

Qualifications

• Trade qualification in heavy diesel mechanics or equivalent.
• Proven fault-finding and diagnostic abilities across diesel systems.
• Experience with heavy vehicles, plant and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Service, maintain, and repair heavy plant, equipment and vehicles.
• Diagnose faults in diesel, hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Keep assets safe, roadworthy and operational.
• Order and fit parts as required.
• Maintain servicing/repair records.
• Support workshop safety and housekeeping.
• Assist apprentices and learners where needed.
• Contribute to workshop improvement.

Skills

Fault-finding

Diagnostic skills

Teamwork

Communication

Safety compliance

Workload management

Education

Trade Certificate in Heavy Stream Diesel Mechanics

Tools

Oxy-acetylene brazing

MIG welding

Job description

Chandler Macleod is seeking an experienced Heavy Diesel Mechanic for our busy Melbourne workshop. You will service and repair heavy plant, equipment and vehicles, ensuring roadworthiness and safety across a diverse fleet.

Role emphasizes fault-finding and diagnostics in diesel, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems, with oxy-acetylene brazing and MIG welding as part of duties. You will support apprentices and uphold high safety standards.