Plant Operator / Workshop Hand

Diggermate Canberra; Canberra; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Small team environment

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Diggermate Canberra is seeking a reliable Workshop Hand to support day-to-day workshop operations in Canberra (ACT). You will maintain and service mini excavators, prepare equipment for hire, assist with machine operation and yard organisation, and perform light fabrication and welding tasks. Early starts and occasional weekend work may apply.

We offer a competitive pay based on experience within a small, supportive team and opportunities to grow with a local business.

Qualifications

• Experience in machine operation and maintenance (essential).
• Basic metal fabrication / welding skills.
• Mechanically minded with strong problem-solving ability.
• Reliable, punctual, and able to work independently.
• Physically fit and comfortable in a hands-on environment.
• Valid driver’s licence (essential).

Responsibilities

• Maintenance and servicing of mini excavators and attachments.
• Preparing equipment for hire (cleaning, checking, basic repairs).
• Assisting with machine operation and yard organisation.
• Light metal fabrication and basic welding tasks.
• Complete operator wet hire work as required.

Skills

Machine operation

Maintenance

Metal fabrication

Welding

Problem solving

Reliability

Independence

Physical fitness

Driver's licence

Job description

Workshop Hand – Machine Operations & Maintenance

Canberra, ACT

Diggermate Mini Excavator Hire

Diggermate Canberra is looking for a reliable and hands-on Workshop Hand to join our growing team. We specialise in mini excavator hire and pride ourselves on providing well-maintained equipment and great customer service.

This is a varied role suited to someone who enjoys working with machinery and isn't afraid to get their hands dirty.

About the Role

You will be responsible for supporting the day-to-day operations of our workshop, including:

• Maintenance and servicing of mini excavators and attachments
• Preparing equipment for hire (cleaning, checking, basic repairs)
• Assisting with machine operation and yard organisation
• Light metal fabrication and basic welding tasks
• Complete operator wet hire work as required.

What We're Looking For

• Experience in machine operation and maintenance (essential)
• Basic metal fabrication / welding skills
• Mechanically minded with strong problem-solving ability
• Reliable, punctual, and able to work independently
• Physically fit and comfortable in a hands-on environment
• Valid driver's licence (essential)

Work Conditions

• Early morning starts required
• Occasional weekend work as needed
• Full-time / casual position (flexible depending on candidate)

What We Offer

• Competitive pay based on experience
• Supportive, small team environment
• Opportunity to grow with a local business