Heavy Diesel & Trailer Mechanic - Welding & Repairs (FT)

Rise of the Phoenix Pty Ltd; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 95,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent full-time position

Salary of AUD 95,000 to 105,000 plus 9

Job summary

Rise of the Phoenix Pty Ltd in Richlands, QLD, is seeking a qualified Heavy Diesel / Trailer Mechanic to join our hands-on workshop team. You will service and repair heavy vehicle trailers, diagnose faults, weld components, and fabricate parts as needed to keep our fleet safe and roadworthy.

You will work closely with the Fleet and Workshop Supervisor, maintain digital records, and help minimise downtime while delivering practical, high‑quality repairs in a family‑owned environment.

Qualifications

• Trade qualification in diesel mechanics or heavy vehicle mechanical technology.
• Experience maintaining and repairing heavy vehicles, trailers or transport equipment.
• Welding skills MIG (and TIG/STICK) with a ticket or trailer fabrication experience preferred.
• Fault-finding skills and safe workshop practices.
• Ability to work independently, follow maintenance priorities and communicate clearly.
• Reliability, attention to detail and pride in quality work.
• Willingness to use Hubfleet; training will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Carry out scheduled servicing, preventative maintenance and mechanical repairs on heavy vehicle trailers and equipment.
• Diagnose and rectify faults involving brakes, suspension, air systems, wheel ends and other components.
• Welding and fabrication repairs on trailers and equipment, including cracks and structural work.
• Modify and fabricate parts for specialist trailers.
• Inspect equipment and complete repairs to a safe, roadworthy standard.
• Assist with tyre inspections and fleet upkeep.
• Record work performed and parts used in Hubfleet or other records.
• Report defects and repair progress to the Fleet and Workshop Supervisor.
• Work with drivers to minimise downtime.
• Keep workshop and tools clean, organized and safe.

Skills

Diesel mechanics

Heavy vehicle maintenance

Fault diagnosis

Welding – MIG/TIG

Trailer repair

Digital records

Education

Trade qualification in diesel mechanics

Tools

Hubfleet

Job description

Rise of the Phoenix Pty Ltd in Richlands, QLD, is seeking a qualified Heavy Diesel / Trailer Mechanic to join our hands-on workshop team. You will service and repair heavy vehicle trailers, diagnose faults, weld components, and fabricate parts as needed to keep our fleet safe and roadworthy.

You will work closely with the Fleet and Workshop Supervisor, maintain digital records, and help minimise downtime while delivering practical, high‑quality repairs in a family‑owned environment.