Heavy Vehicle Diesel Mechanics/ Heavy Trailer Mechanics

Fortuna Straightline Engineering; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rates

Overtime opportunities

Night work opportunities

Supportive team

Job summary

Fortuna Straightline Engineering in Rocklea, Brisbane seeks experienced Heavy Vehicle Mechanics, Diesel Fitters and Trailer Technicians to join our busy workshop.

Role involves servicing, repairing and diagnosing a range of heavy vehicles including prime movers, trailers and fleet trucks. A hands-on, safety‑minded approach and the ability to work independently or in a team are essential.

Qualifications

• Trade certificate in Heavy Diesel Mechanical, Automotive or Trailer Mechanics.
• Minimum 3 years' relevant industry experience.
• Experience with general repairs, servicing and preventative maintenance.
• Current truck licence (preferred).
• Current driver's licence (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Carry out servicing, repairs and diagnostics on heavy vehicles, trailers and prime movers.
• Perform wheel alignments, steering and suspension work.
• Conduct engine repairs and mechanical overhauls.
• Provide mobile and on-site mechanical repairs where required.

Skills

Heavy diesel mechanics

Diagnostics

Hands-on

Safety focus

Education

Trade Certificate in Heavy Diesel Mechanical

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Job description

Heavy Vehicle Diesel Mechanics/ Heavy Trailer Mechanics

Heavy Vehicle & Trailer Mechanics – Rocklea

Experienced Heavy Vehicle Mechanics | Diesel Fitters | Trailer Mechanics | Truck Wheel Alignment Technicians

Join an Established and Growing Heavy Vehicle Mechanical Workshop

We are a well-established heavy vehicle mechanical workshop based in Rocklea, Brisbane, with more than 40 years of combined transport and heavy vehicle mechanical experience across our team.

Due to continued growth and an increasing workload, we are seeking experienced and motivated Heavy Vehicle Mechanics, Diesel Fitters, Trailer Mechanics and Truck Wheel Alignment Technicians to join our workshop team.

We offer a supportive working environment, competitive hourly rates, regular overtime opportunities and the opportunity to work across a diverse range of heavy vehicles and equipment.

About the Role

This is a hands-on mechanical position involving a large variety of new and older vehicles, including fleet trucks, prime movers, heavy vehicle trailers and light vehicles.

Our workshop provides a comprehensive range of mechanical services, including:

• Truck and trailer wheel alignments
• Heavy vehicle servicing and general maintenance
• Prime movers and light to heavy trucks
• Heavy vehicle trailer repairs and maintenance
• Mechanical diagnostics and fault finding
• Engine repairs and mechanical overhauls
• Steering and suspension repairs
• Preventative maintenance
• Mobile and on-site mechanical repairs
• General repairs and servicing

About You

Ideally, you will have experience in one or more of the following roles:

• Heavy Vehicle Mechanic
• Diesel Fitter

We are looking for someone who has:

• Trade Certificate in Heavy Diesel Mechanical, Automotive or Trailer Mechanics
• Minimum 3 years' relevant industry experience
• Experience with general repairs, servicing and preventative maintenance
• Experience working on prime movers, heavy vehicle trailers and light vehicles
• Strong diagnostic and fault-finding abilities
• A practical, hands‑on approach to mechanical work
• Excellent work ethic and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and manage tasks autonomously
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Strong commitment to workplace safety and quality workmanship
• Current truck licence (preferred but not essential)
• Current driver's licence (preferred)

Applicants must

• Currently reside in Queensland
• Have full working rights in Australia

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly rates based on experience and qualifications
• Great working atmosphere with a supportive and experienced team
• Regular overtime opportunities
• Monday to Friday work
• Night work opportunities for those interested
• Variety of work across different makes, models and vehicle types
• Opportunity to work on fleet trucks, prime movers and trailers
• Stable employment with an established and growing business
• Practical, hands‑on workshop environment
• Opportunities for career development and additional responsibilities
• Potential company work vehicle and fuel card for the right suitably qualified and experienced mechanic, depending on experience and position

We recognise the value of skilled, reliable and experienced mechanics and are willing to offer additional benefits to the right applicant.

Join an experienced team where quality workmanship, reliability, initiative and a strong work ethic are genuinely valued.