Job Description
Company :
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Hastings Deering (Australia) Ltd
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Kickstart your career or take the next step with Hastings Deering – where our people build something BIGGER.
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What you'll be doing
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As a Diesel Fitter at Hastings Deering, you will:
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Deliver quality services – Conducting effective rebuilds, repairs and maintenance on a range of Caterpillar Equipment Componentry to OEM specifications.
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Increase productivity – Complete all repairs and overhauls safely and within required timeframes.
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Follow the right procedures – Use service manuals, technical data and diagnostic tooling to guarantee accurate repairs.
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Maintain accurate documentation – keep detailed reports and associated paperwork for all rebuild and repair tasks.
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Conduct detailed inspections – assess all disassembled parts for reusability in line with specified guidelines.
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Ensure cleanliness and quality – uphold the highest standards at all times.
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Work efficiently – adhere to the daily overhaul schedule to meet operational requirements.
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Promote and maintain safety – operate in a protected manner across all tasks.
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Who are we and why work with us?
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Hastings Deering is proud to be one of the top 5 Caterpillar dealerships globally. We sell, rent, and offer support and parts distribution services for Cat® products across a range of industries, including resources, general construction, civil transport and commercial construction, power systems, government, primary industries and marine.
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We have more than 3,500 employees across 23 business service centres throughout Queensland, Northern Territory, Papua New Guinea, the Solomon Islands and New Caledonia, with our headquarters based in Brisbane, Australia.
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When you join our team at Hastings Deering, you'll benefit from:
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Big Pay,



Bigger Growth – Competitive hourly rates with competency-based pay rises PLUS regular scheduled increases under our current Enterprise Agreement.
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Body, Mind & Wallet Support – Free health checks, Employee Assistance Program, income protection insurance, and discounts at major retailers. Up to 30 days flex leave on offer!
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Career Paths That Work for You – Grow into leadership, technical specialist, or support service roles. At Hastings Deering, we align with YOUR goals.
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Get more time back in your life – Our work schedules are made to fit your life, giving you the flexibility to take care of what matters most outside of work. Get that work/life balance with a 4-day work week.
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Security you can count on – Enjoy the stability of a long-term career with Hastings Deering, backed by global strength.
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Cutting Edge Tech – Get hands-on experience with the latest CAT technology as we shape the future of mining and heavy equipment solutions.
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What you'll need:
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A successful teammate will have experience in:
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Trade Qualification – Cert III Engineering (Diesel Fitters – preferred, Automotive Mechanics, Mechanical Fitters or Mechanical trades).
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Industrial expertise – demonstrated post trade component experience.
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Safety commitment – dedicated adherence to health and safety policy and procedure.
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Independent and reliable – high level of initiative, reliability, and ability to work independently and in a team environment.
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Customer focus – a customer-driven mindset with commitment to continuous improvement.
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Communication excellence – excellent communication, documentation, and time management skills.
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Eligibility – Australian/NZ Citizen or AUS Permanent Resident applicants only (we cannot accept applications from temporary residents).
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Hastings Deering follows a Pre-Employment Process for all successful applicants, which includes two employment references, a National Police Check and a medical assessment. These checks are essential to your application, and your Talent Acquisition Partner will support you through the process.

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