WORKSHOP DIESEL FITTER

Aestec Services; Benaraby; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Residential Gladstone role

No FIFO or DIDO

Overtime premiums

Competitive pay in line with industry

Job summary

AESTEC Services is seeking an experienced Workshop Diesel Fitter to join our team in Gladstone, Queensland. This residential role keeps you in town with no FIFO or DIDO, and you’ll work in a well-equipped workshop handling repairs and rebuilds across heavy diesel equipment.

You’ll service earthmoving machinery, trucks and plant, with ongoing training and a supportive team focused on safety and quality workmanship. Excellent pay and overtime are offered.

Qualifications

• Experience maintaining and repairing heavy diesel, earthmoving, or plant equipment.
• Strong diagnostic and fault-finding abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good computer skills and completing service documentation.
• Commitment to workplace health and safety.

Responsibilities

• Carry out servicing, maintenance, diagnostics, repairs and overhauls on heavy diesel equipment within our workshop.
• Diagnose mechanical faults and complete repairs efficiently and safely.
• Recondition engines, components and equipment to a high standard.
• Complete service reports, job cards and parts requests accurately.
• Maintain a clean, safe and organised workshop environment.
• Work collaboratively with the workshop team to meet customer and project deadlines.

Skills

Diesel Fitter

Diagnostic and fault-finding

Independent work

Teamwork

Education

Diesel Fitter trade qualification

Heavy Vehicle trade qualification

Job description

Want to be home every night doing what you love — without spending your day driving from site to site?

AESTEC Services is looking for an experienced Workshop Diesel Fitter to join our team in Gladstone, Queensland’s stunning Central Coast. If you enjoy working in a well-equipped workshop, tackling a variety of repairs and rebuilds, and being part of a supportive team, we’d love to hear from you.

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU!! Above-Average Compensation

$47 – $55/hr Full Time + Penalties + Super + Regular Overtime

Our competitive pay rates exceed industry standards, ensuring you’re rewarded for your skills and experience.

• Variety Every Day – Work on a diverse range of heavy diesel equipment including earthmoving machinery, trucks, plant and industrial equipment. No two days are the same.
• Stable Full-Time Employment -Enjoy the security of permanent, ongoing work with a respected local company.
• Be Home Every Night – This is a residential Gladstone role with no FIFO or DIDO. Enjoy a great work-life balance while building your career.
• Career Growth & Development – Access ongoing training, career progression opportunities, and work alongside a highly experienced team.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out servicing, maintenance, diagnostics, repairs and overhauls on heavy diesel equipment within our workshop
• Diagnose mechanical faults and complete repairs efficiently and safely
• Recondition engines, components and equipment to a high standard
• Complete service reports, job cards and parts requests accurately
• Maintain a clean, safe and organised workshop environment
• Work collaboratively with the workshop team to meet customer and project deadlines

About You

• Relevant Diesel Fitter or Heavy Vehicle Trade Qualification
• Demonstrated experience maintaining and repairing heavy diesel, earthmoving or plant equipment
• Strong diagnostic and fault-finding skills
• Experience with hydraulic, engine and drivetrain repairs
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Good computer skills and experience completing service documentation
• Commitment to workplace health and safety
• Ability to work under pressure during busy periods

This is a residential role based in Gladstone and is not suited to FIFO or DIDO arrangements.

ABOUT US!

AESTEC Services is a leading provider of Civil Construction and Maintenance services, delivering major maintenance and project works for some of Gladstone’s largest industrial clients.

With more than 300 local employees across a wide range of trades and disciplines, we pride ourselves on providing long-term career opportunities, a strong safety culture, and quality workmanship.

Join our team and help shape the future of Gladstone’s industrial sector.