Diesel Fitter

Responsibilities

• As a Diesel Fitter at Hastings Deering, you will:
• Deliver quality services - Conducting effective rebuilds, repairs and maintenance on a range of Caterpillar Equipment Componentry to OEM specifications.
• Increase productivity - Complete all repairs and overhauls safely and within required timeframes.
• Follow the right procedures - Use service manuals, technical data and diagnostic tooling to guarantee accurate repairs.
• Maintain accurate documentation - keep detailed reports and associated paperwork for all rebuild and repair tasks.
• Conduct detailed inspections - assess all disassembled parts for reusability in line with specified guidelines.
• Ensure cleanliness and quality - uphold the highest standards at all times.
• Work efficiently - adhere to the daily overhaul schedule to meet operational requirements.
• Promote and maintain safety - operate in a safe manner across all tasks.
• Who are we and why work with us?
• We have more than 3,500 employees across 23 business service centres throughout Queensland, Northern Territory, Papua New Guinea, the Solomon Islands and New Caledonia, with our headquarters based in Brisbane, Australia.
• When you join our team at Hastings Deering, you'll benefit from:
• Big Pay, Bigger Growth - Competitive hourly rates with competency-based pay rises PLUS regular scheduled increases under our current Enterprise Agreement.
• Body, Mind & Wallet Support - Free health checks, Employee Assistance Program, income protection insurance, and discounts at major retailers. Up to 30 days flex leave on offer!
• Career Paths That Work for You - Grow into leadership, technical specialist, or support service roles. At Hastings Deering, we align with YOUR goals.
• Get more time back in your life - Our work schedules are made to fit your life, giving you the flexibility to take care of what matters most outside of work. Get that work/life balance with a 4-day work week.
• Security you can count on - Enjoy the stability of a long-term career with Hastings Deering, backed by global strength.
• Cutting Edge Tech - Get hands-on experience with the latest CAT technology as we shape the future of mining and heavy equipment solutions.

Requirements

• A successful teammate will have experience in:
• Trade Qualification - Cert III Engineering (Diesel Fitters - preferred, Automotive Mechanics, Mechanical Fitters or Mechanical trades).
• Industrial expertise - demonstrated post trade component experience.
• Safety commitment - dedicated adherence to health and safety policy and procedure.
• Independent and reliable - high level of initiative, reliability, and ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Customer focus - a customer-driven mindset with commitment to continuous improvement.
• Communication excellence - excellent communication, documentation, and time management skills.
• Interested? Here's What's Next:
• If you're interested in growing your career with a large OEM, we'd love to hear from you!
• 📌 Apply Now - click the button below.
• 📞 Enquiries: 1300 071 618
• 👤 Contact: Taylor Collett - Talent Acquisition Partner
• Hastings Deering follows a Pre-Employment Process for all successful applicants, which includes two employment references, a National Police Check and a medical assessment. These checks are essential to your application, and your Talent Acquisition Partner will support you through the process.

Benefits

Additional Information

Company : Hastings Deering (Australia) Ltd Kickstart your career or take the next step with Hastings Deering - where our people build something BIGGER. We're seeking highly skilled and motivated Diesel Fitters to join our Cairns-based Component Rebuild Workshop. This is a permanent, full-time opportunity offering excellent work-life balance with a 4-day work week. If you have a strong mechanical background, take pride in quality workmanship, and enjoy rebuilding heavy equipment components in a modern workshop environment, we'd love to hear from you.

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