Mine Site Heavy Vehicle Diesel Mechanic — FIFO

Shutdowns, Maintenance & Welding; Mackay Regional; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

FIFO opportunities

Ongoing mine site work

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Shutdowns, Maintenance & Welding – Mackay QLD is seeking an experienced Heavy Vehicle Diesel Mechanic to join a busy mine site Medium Vehicle Workshop in Central Queensland. You will service, diagnose and repair highway trucks and heavy transport equipment in a fast-paced workshop environment.

With ongoing work at an established Central Queensland business supporting major mining operations, you’ll work alongside a skilled team to keep fleets safe and operational.

Qualifications

• Trade qualified Heavy Vehicle Diesel Mechanic or equivalent.
• Proven experience on highway trucks, heavy vehicles or commercial fleets.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and fault-finding capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Carry out scheduled servicing, preventative maintenance and repairs.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic faults.
• Repair engines, transmissions, drivetrains, suspensions, steering and brakes.
• Conduct vehicle inspections, defect identification and rectification.
• Troubleshoot breakdowns and minimise downtime.
• Maintain service records and maintenance documentation.
• Collaborate with supervisors and other trades to meet workshop needs.
• Uphold safety, housekeeping and workmanship standards.

Skills

Diesel mechanic

Fault finding

Heavy vehicle

Job description

Shutdowns, Maintenance & Welding – Mackay QLD is seeking an experienced Heavy Vehicle Diesel Mechanic to join a busy mine site Medium Vehicle Workshop in Central Queensland. You will service, diagnose and repair highway trucks and heavy transport equipment in a fast-paced workshop environment.

With ongoing work at an established Central Queensland business supporting major mining operations, you’ll work alongside a skilled team to keep fleets safe and operational.