Mechanic

Breakthrough Group; Cairns Regional; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Breakthrough Group is seeking an experienced Mechanic to service and repair a fleet of plant, machinery and equipment in Far North Queensland. You will focus on small engines and aim to keep all assets running safely, efficiently and reliably.

Working with the Warehouse Manager, you will implement preventive maintenance, maintain logs, manage parts, and ensure work complies with WHS requirements. A hands-on role with diverse equipment and strong safety culture.

Qualifications

• Experience repairing and servicing small engines (essential).
• Mechanical trade qualifications (preferred).
• Experience working on construction/industrial/mobile plant equipment.
• Strong fault‑finding and diagnostic skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage your workload.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Commitment to maintaining a safe and tidy workshop.
• Current drivers licence.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, service and repair small engines, plant and machinery.
• Carry out preventative and scheduled maintenance across our equipment fleet.
• Perform repairs on mobile and stationary equipment.
• Inspect equipment for faults, wear and safety concerns.
• Identify major repairs or replacement requirements and report these to management.
• Develop and maintain preventative maintenance schedules.
• Maintain accurate service records and maintenance logs.
• Manage workshop inventory, tools, parts and consumables.
• Assist with ordering replacement parts and equipment.
• Ensure all work is completed safely and in accordance with workplace health and safety requirements.

Skills

Small engines repair

Fault finding

Independent worker

Time management

Safety compliance

Strong diagnostic skills

Driver's license

Education

Mechanical trade qualifications

Job description

Breakthrough Group is a locally owned and operated industry leader in demolition, asbestos removal, concrete cutting and drilling across Far North Queensland.

We're currently looking for an experienced and motivated Mechanic to join our team. This is a hands‑on role responsible for maintaining our fleet of plant, machinery and equipment, ensuring everything is operating safely, efficiently and reliably.

About the Role

Working closely with Warehouse Manager, you will be responsible for servicing, maintaining and repairing a wide range of equipment, with a strong focus on small engines, construction plant and machinery.

Your Responsibilities

• Diagnose, service and repair small engines, plant and machinery.

• Carry out preventative and scheduled maintenance across our equipment fleet.

• Perform repairs on both mobile and stationary equipment.

• Inspect equipment for faults, wear and safety concerns.

• Identify major repairs or replacement requirements and report these to management.

• Develop and maintain preventative maintenance schedules.

• Maintain accurate service records and maintenance logs.

• Manage workshop inventory, tools, parts and consumables.

• Assist with ordering replacement parts and equipment.

• Ensure all work is completed safely and in accordance with workplace health and safety requirements.

About You

To be successful in this role you will have:

• Experience repairing and servicing small engines (essential).

• Mechanical trade qualifications (preferred but not essential for the right candidate with proven experience).

• Experience working on construction, industrial or mobile plant equipment.

• Strong fault‑finding and diagnostic skills.

• The ability to work independently and manage your workload.

• Excellent organisational and time management skills.

• A commitment to maintaining a safe and tidy workshop.

• A current driver's licence.

Why Join Breakthrough Group?

• Full‑time, stable employment.

• Diverse fleet of equipment and machinery to work on.

• Supportive management team.

• Opportunity to grow with a well‑established local company.

• Work with a team that values safety, reliability and quality workmanship.

If you're a motivated mechanic who enjoys variety and takes pride in keeping equipment running at its best, we'd love to hear from you.