Heavy Duty Diesel Engine Technician

1 month ago


Darwin city centre, Northern Territory, Australia Hastings Deering (Australia) Ltd Full time

About the Company

Hastings Deering (Australia) Ltd is a leading Caterpillar dealership with over 3,500 employees across Australia and internationally.

We sell, rent, and offer support and parts distribution services for Cat products across various industries, including resources, general construction, civil transport, and commercial construction, power systems, government, primary industries, and marine.

With our headquarters based in Brisbane, Australia, we operate from 23 business service centres throughout Queensland, Northern Territory, Papua New Guinea, the Solomon Islands, and New Caledonia.

Salary and Benefits

The estimated annual salary for this role is $120,000-$150,000 AUD, depending on experience, plus benefits including 24.5% Area Allowance, Field Service Allowance, Income Protection Insurance, and more.

Job Description

This is a Permanent, Full-Time opportunity working Monday to Friday, 38 hours a week. As a Heavy Duty Diesel Engine Technician, you will:

  • Travel to customer sites to provide breakdown, diagnostic, and warranty support for Cat products.
  • Complete scheduled engine rebuilds, repairs, and general servicing.
  • Minimise production downtime by prioritising work according to required timeframes.
  • Ensure customers receive the highest quality of service and focus on increasing equipment performance.

Required Skills and Qualifications

To be successful in this role, you should have:

  • A relevant Trade qualification.
  • Demonstrated experience on industrial engines.
  • Strong fault-finding and diagnostic ability.
  • Dedicated commitment to health and safety.
  • High-level initiative, reliability, and ability to work independently.
  • A customer-driven focus and commitment to continuous improvement.
  • Excellent communication, documentation, and time management skills.
  • A strong adherence to safety and quality control.

About You

Hastings Deering values diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and cultures. If you are passionate about working with heavy-duty diesel engines and delivering exceptional customer service, please apply for this exciting opportunity.



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