Job Description
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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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Ready for your next adventure?
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We're seeking experienced and motivated Field Service Fitters to join our team in Weipa , providing expert maintenance and repair support at Skardon River. This is an exciting opportunity to enjoy the variety and autonomy of field service work while building your career with a trusted industry leader.
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Working an 8/6 FIFO roster , you'll be responsible for diagnosing, maintaining, and repairing a range of mining and construction equipment, ensuring maximum reliability and performance for our customers.
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What you'll be doing
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As a Field Service Fitter at Hastings Deering, you will:
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Maintain and repair equipment –diagnose, service, and repair heavy mining and construction equipment to ensure optimal performance and reliability.
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Prevent downtime –perform preventative maintenance and breakdown repairs in the field to maximise equipment availability and productivity.
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Keep accurate records –complete detailed service and maintenance documentation to support compliance, reporting, and equipment history.
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Support customers –deliver exceptional customer service and technical support, providing timely advice and effective solutions.
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Work safely every day –maintain a strong commitment to safety standards, site requirements, and compliance procedures at all times.
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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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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.
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World-Class Training - We're one of only eight Caterpillar Centres of Excellence globally. Learn from the best in CAT and boost your skills.
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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.
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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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Family Comes First - Paid parental leave with 16 weeks for primary carers and 2 weeks for secondary carers.
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Benefits plus – Field Service Allowance, Income protection insurance + more!
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What you'll need:
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A successful teammate will have experience in:
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Bring your trade expertise –hold a trade qualification as a Diesel Fitter or Heavy Vehicle Mechanic with a strong focus on quality workmanship.
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Solve complex issues –apply strong diagnostic and fault-finding skills to identify problems and deliver effective repair solutions.
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Leverage industry experience –experience working on mining or construction equipment will be highly regarded.
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Work autonomously –demonstrate the ability to work independently and manage priorities in a remote field service environment.
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Put safety and customers first –maintain a strong commitment to safety, quality, and delivering exceptional customer satisfaction.
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Be FIFO ready –FIFO from Cairns is preferred, supporting site-based field service requirements.
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Hold relevant licences –possess HRWL tickets including Forklift, Dogger, Rigger, and Working at Heights, along with a current Driver's Licence.
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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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