Plant Mechanic

HiQ; Australia; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Service vehicle

Mobile phone

Job summary

HiQ is seeking a Plant Mechanic to perform onsite and offsite repairs, diagnostics and preventative maintenance on heavy and light vehicles, earthmoving gear, crushers and mobile equipment across multiple sites in Australia.

You will identify mechanical issues, report findings and ensure safe, reliable operation while delivering high-quality service to clients. A trade qualification and MR licence are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Trade-qualified mechanic with heavy equipment experience.
• Experience diagnosing, servicing and repairing CAT, Komatsu and Volvo.
• Strong service background with a safety-focused approach.
• Current Australian MR licence (or able to obtain) required.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Able to work safely unsupervised and pass a pre-employment medical.

Responsibilities

• Carry out on-site and off-site diagnosis, repairs and servicing of equipment and machinery.
• Complete required paperwork accurately and efficiently.
• Apply risk management strategies when performing tasks.

Skills

CAT/KOMATSU/VOLVO experience

Strong service background

Australian MR licence

Excellent communication

Self-motivated & team oriented

Safe unsupervised work

Pre-employment medical readiness

Light Vehicle experience

Education

Trade qualification in mechanical/heavy equipment

Job description

HiQ is a privately owned Australian family company delivering integrated environmental, infrastructure and resource recovery solutions. Operating across New South Wales, Victoria and Queensland, we specialise in recycling, waste management, quarry operations, and transport and logistics. We are committed to advancing the circular economy by transforming waste into valuable resources and partnering with government, industry and communities to deliver sustainable, long-term outcomes.

Job Description

About the Role:

The Plant Mechanic is responsible for carrying out onsite and offsite repairs, diagnostics, servicing, and preventative maintenance on a range of heavy and light vehicles, earthmoving machinery, crushers, screens, fixed plant, and mobile equipment.

As a representative of the company, the Plant Mechanic will identify and report emerging mechanical issues to support safe, reliable, and efficient equipment operation while delivering high-quality service to clients.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Carrying out on and offsite diagnosis, repairs, routine inspection andservicingofequipment and machinery

Completing all required paperwork accurately and effectively

Apply risk management strategies when completing tasks in the work environment.

Desired Skills and Experience

Skills & Experience:

Mechanically Trade Qualified

Experience in dealing with diagnosis, servicing and repairs of CAT, KOMATSU and VOLVO

A strong service background with proven experience

Current Australian MR minimum drivers licence (or able to obtain)

Highly developed communication skills

Self motivated and team orientated

Proven ability to work unsupervised with a track record of working safely

Able to pass a comprehensive pre-employment medical

Light Vehicle mechanical experience is high regarded

Benefits & Culture:

Extremely appealing package on offer to attract high quality candidates including a service vehicle and mobile phone.

Excellent opportunity to further extend your career.

Be part of a team that moves forward with an innovative approach.