Maritime Constructions is a marine contractor, uniquely capable of self-performing the full spectrum of specialised engineering disciplines to deliver complex marine infrastructure projects from design and construction through to commissioning. Projects include jetties, wharves, bulk loading facilities, dredging, reclamation, navigation aids, marinas, underwater pipelines, in Australia and internationally.

With a number of significant upcoming projects and a wide range of vessels, civil plant and machinery required on our projects, we have a vacancy for an experienced Heavy Vehicle Mechanic/Fitter who can hit the ground running and join our maintenance team based at North Arm, Gillman.

What we are Offering:

Base rate of $45-$48 per hour depending on skills and experience

Join an awesome team who are experts in their field.

Formal and informal training to further your personal and professional development.

Overtime available.

Occasional state/interstate travel.

About the Role:

Duties will include general maintenance, troubleshooting, diagnoses, preventative maintenance and repairs of a variety of equipment including.

Commercial and Marine Diesel engines, transmissions, drive train components.

Dredges and equipment, Hydraulic winches, High pressure and centrifugal pumps

Hydraulic and pneumatic systems

Mobile/overhead cranes,

12/24v electrical systems, equipment cabs and controls.

Chassis and suspension, rims, tyres and wheels

Workboats, outboard motors, trailers.

Forklifts, Bobcats, and a variety of other Maritime Constructions services equipment.

About you:

We’re looking for a self-starting Heavy Vehicle Mechanic who’s work ethic is second to none! You are reliable, get to work on time, a team player who gets along well with others in the workshop and field. You’re also:

Self motivated with ability to work autonomously

Have excellent technical and fault finding skills

Reliable and results driven

An excellent communicator, both written and verbal

Able to work overtime as required

Able to pass full pre-employment medical, including drug & alcohol screening

Technical Skills & Experience:

Trade qualifications as Heavy Vehicle Mechanic/Fitter

At least 4 years experience in construction or related field

Hydraulics experience

Commercial and Marine Diesel Engine experience

Outboard Motor experience will be advantageous

Auto electrical/Computer diagnostics knowledge will be advantageous

Applications:

Please "Apply Now" and forward an up-to-date resume, including 2 recent referees.

Applications will be reviewed upon submission.

Maritime Constructions recognises that diversity and inclusion are vital for enhancing workplace productivity and fostering innovative thinking. As such, we actively encourage First Nations people, those identifying as LGBTQIA+, females, people of all ages, with disabilities and culturally diverse people to apply.