Job Description

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- Full-time/Part-time/Contract
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- Mostly new equipment
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- On-site Kurnell
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Tired of the same old workshop grind?

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Step into a role where your skills actually matter. We're on the lookout for a Diesel Mechanic who's ready to take charge of a diverse fleet—think trucks, chippers, stump grinders, and more.

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About Shane's Trees

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Shane's Trees is a forward thinking Arboriculture company. Operating in Sydney for over 30 years we have a safety culture that underpins our reputation for excellence.

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Our Crews enjoy a working environment where they are genuinely valued and feel part of our bigger vision. We aim to consistently be the safest and most efficient arborist company with an infectious culture.

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Day to day work includes council works, rail corridor works, commercial contract work such as street and road clearing, Property maintenance work on residential and large commercial premises, Bushfire clean up, Storm/Insurance work, Residential and Strata work.

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About the role

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The position will suite a talented and well rounded mechanic who can identify and solve issues within the Fleet to keep our wheels spinning. We have a range of equipment in out yards including Isuzu trucks, Bandit and Rayco Grinders, Hansa chippers, Hyundai and Kobelco excavators, Mercedes EWP, to name a few!

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Based at our KURNELL yard, you will play a vital role in servicing our fleet so our crew are safe and our machines are operating at their best.

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Duties involved

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- Maintain and repair plant vehicles, and fleet equipment, including trucks, chippers, stump grinders and small plant items
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- Assist with sourcing and purchasing new equipment when required
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- Ensure vehicles and equipment are road ready, safeand reliable
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- Carry out maintenance and preventative maintenance programs on trucks and machinery, keeping accurate records
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- Support the outsourcing of repairs and maintenance to approved service providers when needed.
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- Order and manage spare parts inventory to ensure availability of commonly used items
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- Liaise with suppliers and manufacturers regarding parts warranties or technical support
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- Provide an onsite breakdown service, including fixing issues such as brake problems if required (vehicle and tools taken from yard)
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- Act in the role of Mechanical Workshop Supervisor and Fleet Supervisor
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- Demonstrate commitment to Work Health and Safety (WHS) principles
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- Supervise and guide apprentice
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- Complete tasks and duties in a timely manner
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- Keep workshop clean and organised to ensure a safe and efficient working environment
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Perks and perks

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- Above award wages - Full-time including holiday pay
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- Base hourly rate + paid overtime
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- All PPE supplied (You must supply your own work boots)
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- Start base: Kurnell
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Musthave

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- NSW Drivers Licence
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- White Card
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- HR Licence
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- Welding experience (desirable)
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- Minor auto electric experience (desirable)
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- Certificate III in Automotive Diesel Engine Technology (AUR31516) (preferred)
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You'll be a key player—when our gear runs smoothly, our team can climb higher, cut cleaner, and get home safe.

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Plenty of variety, real responsibility, and the chance to pass your knowledge on to a team that values what you do.

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Applicants must be able to provide copies of relevant certificates and if required undergo a pre-employment health & drug test.

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We can offer flexibility in terms of days and hours. We are happy for this to be you second job or work as a contractor for us.

📌 Diesel Mechanic (Wollongong)
🏢 Shanes Trees
📍 Wollongong