Mobile Plant Mechanics / HD Fitters
Workshop Based | Full time & Casual Opportunities | Naval Base

Western Plant Hire is looking for experienced Mobile Plant Mechanics / HD Fitters to join our maintenance team at our Naval Base workshop.

If you’re looking for a Perth-based role where you can work on heavy mobile plant, be home every night and join a team that values good workmanship and safety, we’d like to hear from you.

We have both permanent full-time and casual opportunities available, with immediate starts available for the right candidates.

Why Join Western Plant Hire?

? Workshop based at Naval Base
? Home every night
? Monday to Friday roster
? Competitive hourly rates
⚡ Full-time and casual opportunities available
? Work across Caterpillar and Komatsu mobile plant
? Superannuation paid on all hours worked
? Supportive and experienced maintenance team
? Regular team BBQs and social events
? Stable work with an established WA plant hire business

The Role

Working from our Naval Base maintenance facility, you'll carry out servicing, maintenance, diagnostics and repairs across our mobile plant fleet.

Depending on your experience, your work will include:

- Diagnosing mechanical, hydraulic and electrical faults

- Scheduled servicing and preventative maintenance

- Repairs and component changeouts

- Using OEM diagnostic equipment and technical information

- Conducting on-hire and off-hire inspections

- Interpreting hydraulic and electrical schematics

- Developing parts requirements using technical manuals

- Completing risk assessments and applying appropriate safety controls

- Maintaining a clean, safe and organised work area

- Working closely with our wider maintenance team to keep equipment available and reliable

About You

We're looking for capable tradespeople who take pride in their work and can get the job done safely and properly.

Ideally, you'll have:





- Australian-recognised Mobile Plant Mechanic / HD Fitter trade qualification

- Experience maintaining and repairing heavy mobile plant

- Experience with Caterpillar and/or Komatsu equipment

- Strong mechanical, hydraulic and electrical fault-finding skills

- Experience with CAT ET and SIS is highly regarded

- Ability to work autonomously and take ownership of your work

- Good communication and teamwork skills

- A strong commitment to safe work practices

- Current Australian driver's licence

High Risk Work Licences such as LF, WP, CN and DG will also be highly regarded.

Full-Time or Casual? We're Open to Both.

We understand that not everyone is looking for the same employment arrangement.

Whether you're after the stability of a permanent full time position or prefer the flexibility of casual employment, we're interested in hearing from experienced mechanics who can add value to our workshop team.

About Western Plant Hire

Western Plant Hire provides plant hire, fleet maintenance and equipment support across Western Australia.

Our Naval Base maintenance facility supports our fleet of heavy mobile plant, and we're continuing to invest in our people, systems and maintenance capability as the business grows.

We're looking for people who value safety, reliability, quality workmanship and being part of a good team.

Ready for a Change?

If you're an experienced Mobile Plant Mechanic or HD Fitter looking for a Perth-based workshop role without the FIFO lifestyle, we'd like to hear from you.

Apply now through SEEK with your current resume.

Successful applicants will be required to complete Western Plant Hire's pre-employment requirements, including a pre-employment medical and drug and alcohol screening.

Diversity & Inclusion

Western Plant Hire is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage applications from women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people from diverse backgrounds.

Please note: Applicants must have appropriate Australian working rights. Sponsorship is not currently available for this position.

📌 Mobile Plant Mechanics (Naval Base)
🏢 Western Plant Hire
📍 Naval Base