Diesel Fitter

About the Company

Build your career with one of Australia's leading mining contractors. For more than 50 years, MacKellar has delivered mining and civil earthmoving services across Australia. With a strong reputation for safety, reliability and operational excellence, we provide long-term career opportunities and maintain one of the country's largest fleets of heavy mobile equipment.

About the Role

We're currently seeking an experienced Diesel Fitter to join our maintenance team supporting Stockpile Dozer and Co-Disposal operations in the Moranbah region. This permanent position offers an attractive day-shift-only lifestyle roster, excellent hourly rate and the opportunity to work alongside a highly experienced team.

What's On Offer

• $79.81 per hour + super paid on all rostered hours
• 7/7 roster – day shifts only
• Permanent full-time position
• Long-term project stability
• Modern fleet of heavy mining equipment
• Supportive and safety-focused team environment

The role

As a Diesel Fitter, you'll be responsible for maintaining the reliability and performance of our heavy earthmoving fleet through planned servicing, preventative maintenance and quality repairs. Working closely with the maintenance team, you'll help maximise equipment availability while maintaining the highest safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Servicing, maintaining and repairing heavy earthmoving equipment
• Completing major component replacements and machine overhauls
• Diagnosing faults and carrying out effective repairs
• Performing preventative maintenance and scheduled servicing
• Conducting daily inspections and refuelling activities
• Completing maintenance work safely, efficiently and to a high standard
• Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives within the maintenance team
• Working collaboratively to improve equipment reliability and fleet performance

About You

To be successful in this role, you'll have:

• Australian recognised Diesel Fitter trade qualification
• Post-trade experience in the mining industry
• Experience maintaining heavy earthmoving equipment
• Strong diagnostic, fault-finding and troubleshooting skills
• A commitment to safe work practices and quality workmanship
• Current Queensland Driver Licence

Why join MacKellar?

At MacKellar, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We invest in our employees, maintain our equipment to the highest standards and foster a culture built on Integrity, Caring, Respect and Courage.

If you're looking for a permanent role offering excellent pay, an even-time 7/7 day shift roster, long-term stability and the opportunity to work with a respected mining contractor, we'd love to hear from you.

How to Apply

Apply today. MacKellar is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from people of all backgrounds. Only those with the relevant experience and qualifications will be contacted.