Plant Mechanic

Seeking an experienced diesel mechanic to work on plants and equipment. Immediate start role

Your new company

This organisation is a leading provider of heavy equipment servicing and maintenance, with a strong reputation for safety, quality and technical excellence. Due to continued growth in Melbourne, we are seeking an experienced Diesel Mechanic to join the Port Melbourne workshop.
Your new role: Working within a unique port environment, you will be responsible for the diagnostics, repair and maintenance of a diverse fleet of port machinery, including terminal tractors, reach stackers and other specialised equipment. This is a hands-on workshop-based role where attention to detail and safety are critical to keeping operations moving.

Your new role


  • Servicing, repairs and maintenance on heavy diesel port equipment
  • Advanced diagnostics and fault-finding
  • Maintaining accurate job cards and service records
  • Completing quality assurance checks on work completed by apprentices and junior mechanics
  • Upholding high standards of safety, housekeeping and professionalism
  • Collaborating with supervisors and team members to meet priorities and deadlines

What you'll need to succeed

  • Trade qualification as a Diesel Mechanic (Diesel Technology or equivalent)
  • Experience working on heavy diesel equipment
  • Strong diagnostic and troubleshooting skills
  • Good time management and ability to work to job times
  • Safety-focused with a positive, team-first attitude
  • Current car driving licence
    Desirable: Forklift licence


What you'll get in return

  • Secure, workshop-based role in a unique port environment
  • Opportunity to work on specialised, high-value port machinery
  • Supportive and experienced team culture
  • Ongoing training and development opportunities
  • Competitive pay $42–$50 per hour, aligned with experience
  • Overtime all at double the time rate

What you need to do now

What you need to do now If you’re interested in this role, click Apply Now or contact Jane Mika at Hays Trades & Labour on (03) 8562 4232 or email jane.mika@hays.com.au for a confidential discussion.




LHS 297508

Summary

Job Type
Permanent
Industry
Automotive
Location
VIC - West Melbourne
Specialism
Trades and Labour
Ref:
2978839

Talk to a consultant

Talk to Jane Mika, the specialist consultant managing this position, located in Glen Waverley
Level 3, 295 Springvale Road

Telephone: 0385624232

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