Mobile Plant Mechanic & Field Technician

Northeast Auto Group; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Big Chief Hire is seeking a skilled Plant Mechanic/Technician for a field-based role in Burton. You will service and repair earthmoving equipment, troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic and electrical faults, and ensure safe, reliable operation across diverse plant and machinery around SA.

You will travel to customer sites as needed, complete service reports, and work with the team to deliver quality outcomes with safety and professionalism at the forefront.

Qualifications

• Trade qualification in Mobile Plant Technology, Plant Mechanics or Heavy Diesel.
• Experience on earthmoving equipment or mobile machinery.
• Strong diagnostic and fault-finding abilities.
• Knowledge of hydraulic and electrical systems.
• Ability to fault-find and troubleshoot independently.
• Current driver’s licence; ability to work solo or in a team.
• Strong commitment to safety and quality workmanship.

Responsibilities

• Servicing, maintaining and repairing earthmoving and heavy plant equipment.
• Carrying out scheduled servicing and preventative maintenance.
• Diagnosing and repairing mechanical, hydraulic and electrical faults.
• Troubleshooting breakdowns and getting equipment back up and running efficiently.
• Inspecting machinery and identifying potential issues before major repairs.
• Travelling to customer sites to carry out repairs and servicing when required.
• Completing service reports and maintenance records.
• Working closely with the Big Chief Hire team and customers to deliver quality outcomes.
• Maintaining a strong focus on safety, quality workmanship.

Skills

Mechanical skills

Diagnostic skills

Hydraulic systems

Electrical systems

Fault-finding

Teamwork

Safety focus

Education

Trade qualification in Mobile Plant Technology/Heavy Diesel

Job description

Big Chief Hire is seeking a skilled Plant Mechanic/Technician for a field-based role in Burton. You will service and repair earthmoving equipment, troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic and electrical faults, and ensure safe, reliable operation across diverse plant and machinery around SA.

You will travel to customer sites as needed, complete service reports, and work with the team to deliver quality outcomes with safety and professionalism at the forefront.