FERHM Heavy Maintenance is a growing heavy equipment maintenance business based in Yatala. With a robust and established client base across the civil construction, quarrying, transport and mining industries, we are looking for a professional and qualified Diesel Fitter to join our team.
This is an opportunity to become part of a fully equipped and expanding business that values quality workmanship, clear communication and dependable service. You will work across a wide variety of machinery, with a mix of workshop and field-based maintenance and repairs.
The role
Your responsibilities will include:
- Carrying out scheduled servicing and preventative maintenance
- Diagnosing mechanical, hydraulic and electrical faults
- Completing breakdown repairs in the workshop and on-site
- Repairing and maintaining civil construction, quarry and mining equipment
- Conducting inspections and identifying additional repairs or maintenance requirements
- Completing accurate job reports, timesheets and service documentation
- Communicating professionally with customers, supervisors and other trades
- Maintaining a high standard of workmanship, safety and housekeeping
- Supporting the continued growth and development of the business
About you
To be successful in this role, you will ideally have:
- A recognised trade qualification as a Diesel Fitter or Heavy Vehicle Mechanic
- Experience working on earthmoving, civil, quarry or mining equipment
- Strong fault-finding and diagnostic abilities
- Sound knowledge of diesel engines, hydraulics, powertrain and electrical systems
- The ability to work independently and as part of a team
- A professional attitude and pride in the quality of your work
- Good communication and job documentation skills
- A current Australian driver's licence
- Your own basic trade tools
A dual trade qualification or strong experience in auto electrical work will be highly regarded and may attract a higher remuneration package.
Why join FERHM
The successful applicant can expect:
- Competitive remuneration based on qualifications and experience
- Higher remuneration available for dual-trade Diesel Fitter/Auto Electrician applicants
- A late-model, fully equipped company vehicle
- Company-supplied laptop and access to modern job management systems
- Allowances and employment conditions above the relevant award
- Varied workshop and field-service work across civil, quarry and mining equipment
- A modern, fully equipped Yatala workshop
- A strong existing client base and consistent workflow
- Supportive, approachable and adaptable management
- Genuine opportunities to grow with the business