Workshop & Field Heavy Diesel Mechanic - Competitive Pay with Overtime Opportunities. Join Downer today!

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Heavy Diesel / Plant Mechanic - Workshop & Field

Location: Brisbane, QLD | Full-Time | Workshop & Field-Based

Why You'll Love This Role

• Competitive pay + overtime opportunities
  
• Hands-on work with a modern fleet of trucks, plant & equipment
  
• Workshop and field variety - no two days are the same
  
• Ongoing training & career growth in a supportive team
  
• Safety-first culture with Zero Harm at the core
  

About the Role

Downer is looking for skilled Heavy Diesel Mechanics, Technicians, or Fitters to join our Brisbane team. This hybrid role combines workshop maintenance with field service, maintaining and repairing heavy plant machinery and trucks across multiple sites. Perfect for those who thrive on variety, hands-on work, and problem-solving in a fast-paced, safety-focused environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Service, repair, and maintain heavy plant machinery and trucks
  
• Provide field breakdown support and fault diagnostics
  
• Ensure all work meets Downer's safety and operational standards
  
• Collaborate with a skilled team while also working independently
  

What You'll Bring

• Trade qualification in Heavy Diesel Mechanics, Plant Mechanics, or Fitting (essential)
  
• Strong hydraulic knowledge and fault-finding skills
  
• Experience with mobile plant, trucks, and heavy equipment
  
• Auto electrical experience highly regarded
  
• HR and Forklift licences desirable
  
• Proactive, safety-first mindset
  

Apply Now

Take the next step in your career with Downer. Click Apply Now or contact Kellie Lee - [email protected] for more information.

At Downer, we believe in potential. Even if your experience doesn't perfectly match, we encourage you to apply-you may be exactly who we're looking for.