Hawk Hire is a leading specialist in air compressor and power equipment hire, servicing the mining, construction and industrial sectors across Queensland. We're a growing, family-owned business looking for skilled, motivated tradespeople to join our Mackay team.

The Role

Hawk Hire is seeking a trade-qualified Light Vehicle Mechanic, Diesel Mechanic to join our Mackay team in a wide-ranging workshop and field service role. Light Vehicle Mechanics looking to expand their experience into diesel-powered equipment are encouraged to apply.

Working across our fleet of diesel-powered air compressors, generators and ancillary equipment, you'll be involved in everything from hire preparation, routine servicing and fault diagnosis through to major repairs, component overhauls and full equipment rebuilds.

You'll also undertake field service work, including preventative maintenance, breakdowns and repairs at customer sites, with overnight travel required.

Duties will include but are not limited to:

- Prepare, inspect and maintain equipment to meet hire and site requirements

- Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic and auto-electrical faults

- Complete service records and maintenance documentation

- Mentor apprentices and trades assistants

- Participate in a rotating on-call roster

To be successful in this role you will need to have:
- Trade qualification in Light Vehicle Mechanics, Diesel Mechanics or related mechanical trade

- Strong diagnostic, mechanical and fault-finding skills





- Ability to work independently and as part of a team

- Commitment to safety, quality workmanship and customer service

- Good communication, organisational and problem-solving skills

- Air compressor, generator and auto-electrical experience highly regarded

- Experience with maintenance management software advantageous

- Own hand tools required

Why join Hawk
- Small, close-knit team with a supportive, family-owned culture

- Competitive hourly rates plus field service loading

- Overtime and on-call allowances

- Trade qualification upgrades and ongoing training opportunities

- Permanent, full-time position, Monday to Friday

- Subsidised tool purchases

- Diverse and challenging work with leading mining and industrial clients

- Flexible roster and RDO opportunities

- Relocation assistance available (capped)

Working at Hawk Hire

At Hawk Hire, we're proud of our reputation for quality equipment and reliable service. As a small family-owned business, we value team spirit, initiative and a strong work ethic.

All successful applicants are required to undergo a pre-employment medical, including drug and alcohol testing.

Hawk Hire is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we encourage men and women of all ages and Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply.

Applicants must have unrestricted Australian working rights. Sponsorship is not available.

No recruitment agencies please

📌 Light Vehicle Mechanic/Diesel Mechanic (Mackay)
🏢 Hawk Plant Hire
📍 Mackay