Build your career with one of the Central West's growing civil construction companies.

Keeden Contracting is a high-performing civil construction business delivering quality infrastructure projects across Regional New South Wales. With a strong reputation built on safety, teamwork, integrity and innovation, we continue to invest in our people, equipment and capabilities to support our growing operations.

We are currently seeking an experienced and motivated Field Service Mechanic to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity for a hands-on individual who enjoys working independently while supporting a modern fleet of civil and earthmoving equipment across various project sites.

About the Role

Reporting to the Head Mechanic, you will be responsible for carrying out field service, maintenance, diagnosis and repair work on a diverse range of plant and equipment.

Key Responsibilities

- Conduct scheduled servicing and preventative maintenance on civil and construction equipment.

- Diagnose and repair mechanical, hydraulic and electrical faults.

- Perform breakdown repairs both on-site and in the workshop.

- Complete inspections and maintenance records accurately.

- Ensure all work is carried out safely and in accordance with company procedures.

- Liaise with supervisors and operators regarding equipment performance and maintenance requirements.

- Participate in after-hours breakdown support when required.

Equipment You May Work On

- Excavators

- Dozers

- Graders

- Rollers

- Skid Steers

- Water Carts

- Service Trucks

- Light Vehicles and Trailers

- Various civil construction attachments and ancillary equipment





About You

To be successful in this role, you will possess:

Essential Requirements

- Trade Qualification as a Diesel Mechanic, Heavy Vehicle Mechanic or Mobile Plant Mechanic.

- Demonstrated experience maintaining and repairing earthmoving or heavy plant equipment.

- Strong diagnostic and fault-finding skills.

- Current Australian Driver's Licence (HR Licence highly regarded).

- Ability to work autonomously and manage priorities effectively.

- Strong commitment to workplace safety and quality workmanship.

- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Highly Regarded

- Experience working on Caterpillar, Komatsu, Hitachi, Volvo or similar equipment.

- Hydraulic and electrical troubleshooting experience.

- Air Conditioning Licence.

- Forklift Licence.

- Mine site or civil construction experience.

What We Offer

- Attractive remuneration package.

- Fully maintained service vehicle.

- Mobile phone and required tools.

- Ongoing training and career development.

- Diverse and challenging work across multiple projects.

- Supportive team environment.

- Opportunity to grow with a rapidly expanding civil construction company.

Why Join Keeden?

At Keeden Contracting, we value Transparency, Leadership, Entrepreneurship, Teamwork, Safety and Integrity. We are committed to creating a workplace where our people are supported, challenged and recognised for their contribution to our continued success.

Apply Now

If you are a motivated Field Service Mechanic looking for your next prospect with a progressive civil construction company, we'd love to hear from you.

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