Downer
Leading provider of integrated services across Australia and New Zealand, delivering infrastructure solutions.
Heavy Diesel Mechanic - Field & Workshop (Hume)
Maintain and service heavy diesel equipment, provide field support, and work shifts.
Job Highlights
About the Role
Your day‑to‑day duties will involve servicing and maintaining heavy diesel machinery, diagnosing faults, providing breakdown support and performing field service work that may require travel to sites such as Bathurst, Eastern Creek, Mogo and Newcastle. You will also operate and maintain asphalt and earth‑moving equipment, contributing to a high‑performing team environment. • Travel to sites such as Bathurst, Eastern Creek, Mogo, and Newcastle. • Service and maintain heavy diesel equipment, trucks, and engines. • Diagnose faults and provide breakdown support. • Perform field service work and travel as needed. • Operate and maintain asphalt and earth‑moving equipment (e.g., stabilisers, skid steers, loaders, pavers, spray trucks). • Contribute to a safe, respectful, and high‑performing team.
Key Responsibilities
- ▸diesel service
- ▸fault diagnosis
- ▸field service
- ▸equipment operation
- ▸site travel
- ▸team safety
What You Bring
Candidates must hold a Heavy Diesel Mechanic trade qualification, a current forklift licence and preferably an MR/HR truck licence, with experience in hydraulics and auto‑electrical systems considered an advantage. Strong problem‑solving abilities, a proactive mindset, flexibility for day and night shifts, and a commitment to safety and teamwork are essential. • Hold a trade qualification as a Heavy Diesel Mechanic. • Possess a current Forklift Licence (required). • Have an MR/HR Truck Licence (preferred). • Experience with hydraulics and auto‑electrical systems (advantageous). • Demonstrate strong problem‑solving skills and a proactive mindset.
Requirements
- ▸heavy diesel
- ▸forklift licence
- ▸mr/hr licence
- ▸hydraulics
- ▸auto‑electrical
- ▸problem solving
Benefits
The Heavy Diesel Mechanic role is based in Hume, ACT, where you will work hands‑on with heavy diesel equipment, trucks and engines both in the workshop and on‑site. You will join a diverse, collaborative team that values safety, respect and work‑life balance while expanding your technical skills. • Earn competitive pay above award rates with guaranteed annual increases. • Access night shift options with generous allowances. • Receive structured training and upskilling to support career growth. • Enjoy exclusive employee benefits and lifestyle discounts. • Join an inclusive, supportive team culture that values safety, respect, and work‑life balance.
Work Environment
Field