Field-based servicing, repairs & maintenance of mobile plant & equipment
Diagnose mechanical, hydraulic & electrical faults on-site
FMCV + fuel card provided | 40 h p/week | Employee benefits
About the role
At Kennards Hire, we're not just about equipment - we're about people.
Our mechanics play a vital role in keeping our gear in top shape and our customers happy.
We're looking for hands-on and customer-focused Field Service Mechanics to maintain and repair a wide range of diesel, petrol, and electric-powered equipment, in office and in-branch.
What you'll do
You'll be out on-site, diagnosing issues, fixing problems and keeping customers moving.
Your responsibilities will include:
Carrying out on-site servicing, repairs and maintenance across mobile plant and equipment
Diagnosing and rectifying mechanical, hydraulic, electrical and diesel faults
Dismantling, repairing and rebuilding engines, pumps, hydraulic systems and components
Performing scheduled and preventative maintenance in line with safety and environmental standards
Completing pre-hire and post-hire inspections to ensure all equipment is Ready for Hire
Ensuring all work meets Kennards Hire Quality Operational Management and compliance standards
Accurately completing service records, defect reports and job documentation
Responding to breakdowns and prioritising jobs to minimise customer downtime
Working safely at all times and adhering to WHS procedures
Representing the Kennards Hire brand with professionalism, confidence and pride during customer interactions
About you




Trade qualification as a Heavy Vehicle / Diesel / Plant / Mechanical Fitter (or similar)
Experience working on earthmoving & compaction or power equipment
Strong fault-finding and diagnostic capability
Ability to work autonomously in a field-based environment
Strong communication skills and a customer-first mindset
Current driver's licence
Why You'll Love Working with Kennards Hire
Kennards Hire has been family-owned since ****, and that family mindset still drives how we work today.
With over 2,000 team members across 200+ locations in Australia and New Zealand, we're proud to be the largest family-owned equipment hire company in the region and we're just getting started.
Our focus is simple: do what we say we'll do, support each other, and make our customers' jobs easy.
In return, we back our people with benefits that genuinely make a difference:
Profit Share Program with performance bonuses paid twice a year
Discounted equipment hire for personal projects
Paid parental leave for primary and secondary carers
Leave conversion - convert up to 5 days of unused sick leave to annual leave each year
Salary continuance insurance after 5 years' service
Extra 1% superannuation after 5 years
Salary sacrifice options
WHEREFIT discounts on fitness, wellness, meals and activewear
At Kennards Hire, your contribution matters.
You're supported, recognised, and part of a team that genuinely has your back.
As part of the recruitment process, you will be required to complete background checks which may include a police and medical check.
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📌 Diesel Mechanic (New South Wales)
🏢 Kennards Hire
📍 New South Wales