Job Description
HD Mechanic - Field Service | Perth WA / FIFO
We are recruiting an experienced HD Mechanic / Field Service Mechanic for a well-established Western Australian business supporting the mining and resources sector.
This is a full-time opportunity based from Hazelmere, Perth, with FIFO site work maintaining and repairing a fleet of drill rigs, heavy trucks, light vehicles and associated equipment.
The role will suit a qualified tradesperson with broad mechanical knowledge who is confident working independently in field service environments and diagnosing faults across heavy mobile equipment.
Key responsibilities include:
Carry out preventative and scheduled maintenance across drill rigs, heavy trucks, light vehicles and mobile equipment
Diagnose mechanical, hydraulic and electrical faults
Attend field breakdowns and complete repairs safely and efficiently
Perform general servicing, component replacement and fault finding
Work with hydraulic systems and associated heavy equipment components
Support welding and fabrication repairs where required
Maintain accurate service and maintenance records
Follow site safety procedures, isolation requirements and company standards
Work independently across FIFO and field service environments
Communicate clearly with site teams regarding equipment condition,



repairs and outstanding maintenance
Requirements
Requirements
Recognised Mechanical Trade qualification
Minimum 3 years post-trade experience
Previous experience as an HD Mechanic, Plant Mechanic, Field Service Mechanic or similar
Strong experience diagnosing and maintaining heavy mobile equipment
General knowledge and practical experience with hydraulic systems
Previous exposure to drill rigs, HD trucks and light vehicles highly regarded
Compressor knowledge would be advantageous
Auto electrical fault-finding experience would be advantageous
Welding and fabrication experience would be advantageous
Ability to work independently in field service and remote environments
Robust commitment to safety and correct isolation procedures
Ability and willingness to work FIFO from Perth
HR licence preferred
Forklift licence preferred
Full-time Field Service opportunity
FIFO work within the mining and resources sector
Work across a varied fleet including drill rigs, heavy vehicles and mobile equipment
Opportunity to use both mechanical and diagnostic skills in the field
Long-term opportunity for an experienced heavy mechanical tradesperson
Broad exposure across maintenance, breakdowns and field service operations

📌 Hd Mechanic - Field Service | Perth Wa / Fifo (Western Australia)
🏢 The OE Agency
📍 Western Australia