About us

Breakout Heavy Diesel is a growing earthmoving repair business located in the Southern suburbs of Adelaide with majority of the work completed in the field and major works completed in the workshop. Due to continued growth, we are looking for a qualified Diesel Mechanic to work on a variety of earthmoving, civil and mining equipment.

We run a Purpose and Values driven business and are looking for the right high performing team member who is aligned with our values and vision.

As part of our team, you will have a unique opportunity to learn more about the earthmoving repair business, to increase your own self leadership skills, to contribute to the well being of others and to work in a great team culture.

We carry out servicing, minor and major repairs, overhauls to a wide range of industries alongside hydraulic hose manufacture, track repairs and line boring to all mobile plant applications.

The successful applicant will:

• Be aligned with the business Purpose & Culture
• Thrive working autonomously and also in a team
• Have a strong focus and willingness to safety
• Be driven by results and focused on outcomes
• Be willing to be held accountable for the responsibilities of their roles
• Be willing to continue to learn and develop their skills
• Have a minimum of 3 years’ post trade experience (Cert 3 Mobile Plant/Light Vehicle/Road Transport)
• Have excellent phone & communication skills
• Have good computer skills
• Have experience as a mechanic in similar role or a qualified light vehicle mechanic with a great attitude and willingness to learn the earthmoving industry.
• Minimum C class license (MR or above desirable)
• Forklift, Air conditioning, welding, working at heights, dogging, rigging and white card tickets will be considered favourable or be willing to obtain.
• Must be able to provide work to a high standard with high attention to detail and high accuracy level.
• Experience with the use of diagnostic programs will be highly regarded.
• Must have own tools (specialised tooling provided)
• Ideally have experience working with a variety of machinery including Caterpillar, Komatsu, Volvo, Hitachi, liebherr etc.
• Must be willing to undertake a pre-employment medical.
• Experience with making hydraulic hoses will be highly regarded.
• Be comfortable working within a variety of different industries and locations

Tasks & responsibilities

• Carry out servicing and repairs to all types of earthmoving machinery.
• Competently fault find and troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, air and hydraulic systems with the ability to read and understand electrical diagrams and workshop manuals.
• Competent in all aspects of mechanical repairs e.g component change outs, engine, drive line and hydraulic overhaul and repair.
• Carry out undercarriage repairs and replacement - Use of 100t Track press is an advantage.
• Maintain a professional approach to customers onsite and in the workshop.
• Be able to work with minimal supervision and onsite out of normal working hours if required.
• Have the ability to provide in depth detailed reports of works completed using our online software program on time every time.
• Will need be flexible with breakdowns as a large part of the business is reactive, time management and ability to complete jobs in a timely and professional manner.
• Experience with on-highway trucks or trailers highly regarded.
• Some travel may be required to service our outer metro and remote customers.
• Must be willing to participate in regular Saturday work on a rotating roster.
• Work with the team to maintain workshop consumables and stock levels.

Benefits

• Company service vehicle and laptop supplied after initial qualifying period.
• Above industry pay rates.
• Regular overtime and weekend work is available.
• Highly competitive pay rate based on experience. This position is advertised for an ASAP start.
• Negotiable working days to suit weekend work requirements if preferred.
• Performance based and annual bonuses.
• Enjoy work functions with the team and their families throughout the year!

You must have the right to live and work in Australia to apply for this role.

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.