
Diesel Fitter
5 hours ago
DIESEL FITTER / AUTO ELECTRICIAN - BDS KOWANYAMA
We are currently seeking qualified Diesel Fitter/Auto Electrician for full-time, permanent positions based in Kowanyama. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established, reputable, and secure company.
About us:
BDS Mechanical Repairs is a fast-growing and dynamic company, specialising in mechanical, auto-electrical, and welding services - delivered both on-site and through our fully equipped workshops. With 22 branches across Queensland and a fleet of over 160 field service units, we provide dependable service across more than 600,000 km² throughout Queensland and Western Australia. As a proudly privately owned business, we are dedicated to supporting our team's wellbeing and actively promote a healthy work–life balance.
The successful candidates will possess the following:
- Relevant Trade Qualification
- Diagnostic experience
- Good communication skills
- Experience on trucks and trailers
- Heavy earthmoving experience a bonus
- Strong fault finding skills
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Truck license preferred
- Extra skills, experience, tickets and licenses will be advantageous
Your duties will include:
- Diesel engine diagnostics & repair, major and minor rebuilds
- General Repairs/maintenance works – Trucks & Trailers/4×4's/Earthmoving
- Replacing vehicle engines, steering mechanisms, transmissions and braking systems
- Checking vehicle lighting systems
- Test driving vehicles to gauge performance
- Maintaining detailed records of serviced vehicles
- Adhering to an inspection procedure checklist
- Installing new vehicle wiring systems.
- Installing and troubleshooting immobilizer and alarm systems.
- Gathering information from customers about issues with their electrical system.
- Diagnosing electrical issues and proposing a course of action.
- Providing customers with estimated time and cost for repairs.
- Repairing and replacing faulty wiring or electrical systems.
- Servicing of electrical automotive parts
What we can offer:
- Full time employment
- Local Mon-Fri, DIDO or FIFO
- Accommodation included for DIDO/FIFO roles
- Flights paid for
- Genuine career progression opportunities – leading hand, supervisor and management roles
- On-going training and upskilling available
- Large reputable company with a great culture and supportive team
- Excellent working conditions
If you'd like to join the team or simply know more about our positions, then apply today and we'll be in touch to discuss further.
Previous applicants encouraged to apply
Workshop locations: Brisbane, Bundaberg, Cairns, Chinchilla, Cloncurry, Doomadgee, Gladstone, Gold Coast, Gracemere, Kingaroy, Mackay, Maryborough, Miles, Middlemount, Moranbah, Moura, Roma, Rockhampton, Sunshine Coast, Toowoomba, Townsville
FIFO locations: Western Australia, Bowen Basin, Northern Territory, South Australia
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Work Location: On the road
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