Plant Mechanic - FIFO

PHE; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

PHE Group is seeking a safety-minded Plant Mechanic to join the team in Australia. You’ll work on a 2 on, 1 off roster with FIFO options. Flights, accommodation and meal allowances are provided.

You will service and maintain equipment, document maintenance, inspect plants, respond to breakdowns, and work on hydraulics and basic electrical tasks. A trade certificate and appropriate licenses are required.

Qualifications

• Australian-recognised trade certificate with post-trade experience.
• High-risk work license (WP) desirable.
• Current unrestricted driver’s license.
• White/blue construction card.
• Experience with light and heavy plant and equipment and hydraulic systems.

Responsibilities

• Service and maintain equipment and vehicles.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and documentation.
• Conduct plant and equipment inspections.
• Attend to breakdowns.
• Work on hydraulic systems.
• Perform basic automotive electrical works.

Skills

Plant experience

Hydraulic systems

Electrical skills

Problem solving

Documentation

Education

Australian-recognised trade certificate / AQF Cert Level 3 Mechanical

High-risk work license (WP)

Unrestricted Driver’s License

White/Blue Construction Card

Tools

Diesel EWP up to 135ft

Telehandlers

Buses

Tilt Trays

Excavator

Skid Steer Loader

Scissor Lifts

Light Trucks

Light Vehicles

Generators up to 132KVA

Job description

THE OPPORTUNITY

We are seeking a safety and quality conscious Plant Mechanic to join the team. In this role, you will be working on a 2 and 1 roster, with FIFO opportunities available. Flights and accommodation and meal allowances will be provided.

In this role, you will:

• Service and maintain equipment and vehicles
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and documentation
• Conduct plant and equipment inspections
• Attend to breakdowns
• Work on Hydraulic systems
• Perform basic automotive electrical works

ABOUT YOU

• Highly established attention to Safe work practices
• Australian-recognised Trade Certificate with post-trade experience
• Experience with Light and Heavy plant and equipment, hydraulic systems, and basic automotive electrical skills
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills
• Ability to document and maintain traceability on all works undertaken
• Experience working with and maintaining the following types of equipment;
• Diesel EWP’S up to 135ft,
• Telehandlers,
• Buses,
• Tilt Tray’s,
• Excavator,
• Skid Steer Loader,
• Scissor Lifts,
• Light Trucks,
• Light Vehicles
• Generators up to 132KVA

The successful candidate will have:

• Trade Certification / AQF Cert Level 3 Mechanical
• High-risk work License (with WP class)(desirable)
• Current Unrestricted Driver’s License
• White / Blue Construction Card

ABOUT PHE GROUP & PHE MINING

PHE Group is an electrical and instrumentation contractor with five specialist divisions and more than 50 years’ experience. From design and installation to commissioning, shutdowns and logistics, we deliver projects that last.

With branches and projects across Australia’s key mining regions, we’re trusted to deliver where it matters most.

With PHE Mining, our people contribute to projects that are central to Australia’s energy transition and the sustainable supply of critical minerals. Whether at the beginning of their careers or building on decades of experience, they are supported to learn, grow, and succeed.

PHE Mining were recently recognised at both State and National levels. At the 2025 NECA SA/NT Excellence Awards, we secured honours across the Industrial Large ($2M–$20M) and Industrial X‑Large ($20M+) categories for BHP’s Carrapateena Hydrofloat and Underground Crusher 2.0 projects respectively. We also received the Perpetual Award – the judges’ highest accolade, reserved for the project they consider the standout submission across all categories – recognising excellence in safety, quality, innovation and culture.

This success was followed by national recognition at the 2025 NECA National Excellence Awards, where PHE Group received the Industrial X‑Large Project ($20M+) award for the Carrapateena Underground Crusher 2.0 project, and a Certificate of Commendation – Industrial Large ($2M–$20M) for the Carrapateena Hydrofloat project. These achievements highlight the calibre of our people and affirm the standards that guide our work across every division of PHE Group.

Come be a part of that success. Join an award‑winning team – and take your place in delivering projects that are shaping the future of Australia’s evolving sectors and the electrical industry.

ABOUT OUR PROCESS

We seek people who bring both capability and alignment with our values. To support this, our recruitment process includes a range of checks to confirm suitability for the role and workplace. These may include police and background clearances, medical assessments, drug and alcohol testing, right‑to‑work verification, reference checks, and other due diligence measures.

SUPPORTING A DIVERSE WORKFORCE

At PHE Group, diversity is core to how we build strong teams and deliver complex projects. Our workforce reflects the reality of a modern Australia – bringing together people across gender, culture, age, ability, career pathways, and global experience. This mix of perspectives leads to sharper thinking, stronger collaboration, and more resilient outcomes for our clients.

This commitment was recognised at the 2025 NECA Excellence Awards, where PHE Group was recognised with the Leaders in Diversity (Business) award at both Queensland and National levels. These honours speak to the breadth of our approach – expanding participation for women in trade pathways, creating meaningful opportunities for Indigenous engagement, welcoming global capability and embedding inclusive practices across our organisation.

We are an Equal Opportunity employer who are committed to providing a recruitment process that is fair, equitable, and accessible.

If you require adjustments to support your application, we encourage you to reach out so we can ensure the process works for you.