Leading Hand / Diesel Fitter

Due to our continued growth, MAK Diesel & Earthmoving is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Leading Hand Heavy Diesel Fitter to assist in leading our Townsville-based team of diesel fitters, auto electricians and apprentices.

The successful applicant will have the ability to work effectively both as part of a team and independently, working in a dynamic and challenging environment with a high focus on maintenance & repair work. The ideal person will be required to participate in all aspects of fleet maintenance by working within a team, promoting workplace safety standards, and ensuring the highest standards of work are conducted and maintained. 

Experience in Heavy Earthmoving Machinery as well as Road Transport Vehicles is a requirement for this position as we carry out maintenance and repairs on various Makes/Models.

About The Company:

MAK Diesel & Earthmoving is an established QLD business offering specialised services such as diesel fitting, boiler-making, line-boring, spray-painting/sandblasting, and machinery sales & hire, spanning over multiple well-equipped workshops in Mount Isa and Townsville. We pride ourselves on quality of work, industry knowledge, and trained & skilled employees, as we forever aim to improve our processes of maintaining, and supplying plant & equipment to our customers across the great state of Queensland.

Key Responsibilities & Duties will include but not be limited to:

• Assist in allocating work and supervising the day-to-day activity of a small team of HD fitters, auto electricians, and apprentices

• Monitor & uphold workshop schedules & expectations as outlined by the service manager

• Assist in Training of other Team members

• Assist in compiling accurate Service Reports for maintenance & repairs

• Assist in the diagnosis, rectification, and compiling of claim submissions for warranty work

• Performing Repairs & Maintenance on heavy earthmoving equipment and on-highway equipment in our workshop, with some field work as required

Benefits:

• Competitive hourly rate $$

• Great team environment

• Variety of work & Flexible working arrangements

• Career development opportunities

Requirements for position:

• Australian Recognised Heavy Diesel Trade Certificate 

• Current Manual Drivers License

• Ability to be able to pass a medical

• The ability to work autonomously and unsupervised

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.