Diesel Fitter

Diesel Fitters & Plant Mechanics | Blackwater Workshop | Up to $71.08/hr + Super Join a workshop team that keeps Australia's mining industry moving. With more than 50 years of experience delivering mining and civil earthmoving services across Australia, MacKellar has earned a reputation for safety, reliability and operational excellence. We invest in our people, maintain a modern fleet of heavy equipment and provide long-term career opportunities across our operations.

We're currently seeking experienced Diesel Fitters and Plant Mechanics to join our Blackwater Workshop on a permanent full-time basis. If you're looking for a workshop-based role with excellent rates, flexible roster options and long-term job security, we'd love to hear from you.

What's on offer

• Earn up to $71.08 per hour + super paid on all rostered hours
• Choice of 7/7 rotating roster or 5/2 day shift roster
• Permanent full-time employment
• Camp accommodation and meals provided for DIDO employees
• Salary packaging options through SPA
• Employee rewards and recognition program
• Stable, long-term career opportunities with a leading mining contractor

About the role

Based in our well-equipped Blackwater Workshop, you'll be responsible for maintaining the reliability and performance of a large fleet of heavy mining equipment. You'll carry out planned servicing, major repairs, component replacements and fault diagnosis to ensure equipment is returned to service safely and efficiently.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Performing workshop-based maintenance, servicing and repairs
• Diagnosing mechanical faults and carrying out effective repairs
• Completing component change-outs, overhauls and machine rebuilds
• Undertaking preventative and scheduled maintenance activities
• Responding to equipment defects and breakdown repairs
• Accurately completing maintenance documentation
• Maintaining high safety and housekeeping standards
• Working collaboratively with fellow tradespeople and operational teams

About you

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

• Australian recognised trade qualification as a Diesel Fitter, Plant Mechanic or Heavy Vehicle Mechanic
• Experience maintaining heavy mining, civil or earthmoving equipment
• Strong diagnostic and fault-finding skills
• Current Queensland Driver Licence
• A commitment to safe work practices and quality workmanship
• The ability to work both independently and as part of a team

Why join MacKellar?

At MacKellar, our values of Integrity, Caring, Respect and Courage guide everything we do. We take pride in maintaining one of Australia's largest heavy equipment fleets while providing our people with a safe workplace, ongoing career development and genuine long-term employment opportunities.
If you're looking for a permanent workshop-based role with excellent pay, flexible roster options and long-term career stability, we'd like to hear from you.

Apply today and build your future with MacKellar.
Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.