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Heavy Diesel / Plant Mechanic - Workshop & Field Role ( Brisbane )

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The Role

Overview

Hybrid workshop/field heavy diesel mechanic maintaining plant machinery and trucks

Key Responsibilities

  • safety
  • maintenance
  • heavy plant
  • field support
  • diagnostics

Tasks

-Ensure all work meets Downer's safety and operational standards -Service, repair, and maintain heavy plant machinery and trucks -Provide field breakdown support and fault diagnostics

Requirements

  • auto electrical
  • safety-first
  • hydraulic knowledge
  • heavy equipment
  • forklift licence
  • trade qualification

What You Bring

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

Benefits

Workshop & Field Heavy Diesel Mechanic - Competitive Pay with Overtime Opportunities. Join Downer today! -Workshop and field variety - no two days are the same -Ongoing training & career growth in a supportive team -Competitive pay + overtime opportunities

The Company

About Downer

-specializes in delivering integrated services across multiple sectors, including infrastructure, energy, and utilities. -supports both private and public sectors with a diverse portfolio spanning construction, maintenance, and operations. -undertakes large-scale projects such as road construction, rail, energy, and water infrastructure. -has an expansive footprint in Australia and New Zealand, deeply involved in supporting national and regional development. -notable projects include urban transport systems, renewable energy installations, and vital utilities services. -has a strong focus on innovation, utilizing the latest technology to deliver efficient and sustainable solutions.

Sector Specialisms

Transport

Utilities

Facilities

Asset Services

Oil and Gas

Power Generation

Industrial

Defence

Water

Gas

Communications

Renewables

Solar

Wind

Mining