Diesel Mechanic

5 days ago

Launceston, Tasmania, Australia Shaw Contracting Full time $90,000 - $120,000 per year

About Us

Shaw Contracting (Aust) Pty Ltd is a leader in Tasmania's road construction, dam building, irrigation, civil infrastructure, and mining industries. Based in Launceston with operations across the State, Shaw employs a skilled and committed workforce delivering projects safely, on time, and to the highest standard.

We're currently seeking two qualified Diesel Mechanics to join our workshop team at Newnham. These hands-on roles will see you maintaining, servicing, and repairing our diverse fleet of civil construction plant, machinery, and light vehicles — both in our workshop and out in the field.

The Role

We're currently seeking two qualified Diesel Mechanics to join our workshop team at Newnham. These hands-on roles will see you maintaining, servicing, and repairing our diverse fleet of civil construction plant, machinery, and light vehicles — both in our workshop and out in the field.

You'll play a key part in keeping our fleet running safely and efficiently, ensuring minimal downtime and maximum reliability. The positions offer variety, working on both scheduled servicing and urgent breakdown repairs across Tasmania. You'll also provide technical guidance to apprentices and work closely with operators to support project delivery.

What You'll Be Doing

  • Service, repair, and maintain heavy plant, machinery, and light vehicles.
  • Diagnose and repair mechanical, diesel, hydraulic, pneumatic, and auto-electrical faults.
  • Carry out scheduled servicing and respond to breakdowns across Tasmania.
  • Mentor apprentices and trades assistants, supporting their development.
  • Ensure all work is completed safely, efficiently, and to a high standard.

What We're Looking For

Essential:

  • Trade qualification as a Diesel Mechanic (Certificate III in Heavy Commercial Vehicle Mechanical Technology or equivalent).
  • Current driver's licence (minimum C Class).
  • Construction Induction White Card.
  • Experience working on heavy plant and equipment in civil construction, mining, or a similar environment.
  • Strong fault-finding skills across mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and auto-electrical systems.

Beneficial:

  • Open HR driver's licence.
  • High-Risk Work Licences (e.g., forklift, dogging, EWP).
  • Welding/fabrication skills.
  • Previous experience in rail maintenance.

What We Offer

  • 5 weeks annual leave
  • Competitive wages and conditions aligned with market benchmarks
  • Employee Assistance Program to support your wellbeing
  • Learning and development opportunities to build your skills and career
  • Variety of work across Tasmania — no two days are the same
  • Supportive, safety-focused team environment

Apply Now – Immediate Start

These roles are available for an immediate start, and applications will close Wednesday, 3rd September 2025.

Learn more:

Apply today via Seek, attaching your resume and cover letter. Shortlisting will begin immediately — don't wait

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