Qualified Mechanic

Diamantina Shire Local Disaster Management Group; Bedourie; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Diamantina Shire Council seeks a Diesel Fitter/Mechanic to join our Infrastructure Services team. The role involves servicing, diagnosing faults and repairing Council plant and fleet during rehabilitation works on Adelaide Street and Burt Street in Birdsville.

The successful candidate will have strong mechanical skills and experience with heavy earthmoving equipment, with a commitment to safe workshop practices. This is an hands-on, outback opportunity with a supportive community.

Qualifications

• Trade qualification as a Diesel Fitter/Mechanic.
• Experience servicing heavy plant and fleet equipment.
• Commitment to safe, efficient workshop practices.

Responsibilities

• Service and maintain council plant and fleet vehicles.
• Diagnose faults and repair heavy earthmoving machinery.
• Ensure safe, efficient workshop practices.
• Collaborate with Infrastructure Services team on site.

Skills

Heavy machinery

Diagnostic skills

Workshop safety

Fleet maintenance

Education

Trade qualification as Diesel Fitter/Mechanic

Job description

Adelaide Street & Burt Street Rehabilitation Works in Birdsville

Council wishes to advise residents, businesses and road users that road rehabilitation works will be undertaken on Adelaide Street and Burt Street in Birdsville commencing 9 October 2026 and continuing for approximately two (2) months, weather permitting. Temporary road closures and detours will be in place during this time.

We are seeking a qualified and experienced Diesel Fitter / Mechanic to join our Infrastructure Services team.

This hands-on role involves servicing, maintaining, diagnosing faults and repairing a diverse range of Council plant, heavy earthmoving machinery, equipment and fleet vehicles.

The successful applicant will have strong mechanical and diagnostic skills, experience working with heavy machinery and a commitment to safe, efficient workshop practices.

Interested in taking your trade skills to the outback?

Copies of all relevant qualifications, tickets, and licenses

Applications previously received will remain on file and will be considered for the positions for which candidates have already expressed interest.

Diamantina Shire Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applications will be assessed in accordance with merit-based selection principles.

Immerse yourself in the unique culture of the Outback and wake up each day surrounded by the beauty of the Australian landscape. Join a welcoming community that feels like family, where you'll discover opportunities for personal and professional growth.

From day care and playgroup to primary school, the Diamantina offers families a warm and supportive place for children to learn, play and thrive.

With access to employment and educational pathways for your family, there’s no better place to build your future.