Diesel Fitters

4 days ago

Townsville, Queensland, Australia Walkabout Civil Full time $60,000 - $120,000 per year

DIESEL FITTERS - BDS TOWNSVILLE

We currently have permanent positions available for Diesel Fitters to join our team in Townsville. This is a full-time position and a perfect opportunity to join a large, secure, reputable company.

About us:

BDS Mechanical Repairs is a rapidly growing and dynamic company, specialising in mechanical, auto-electrical, and welding services - delivered both on-site and in our fully equipped workshops. With 22 branches across Queensland and a fleet of over 160 field service units, we provide dependable coverage across more than 600,000 km² throughout Queensland and Western Australia. As a proudly privately owned business, we are committed to prioritising the wellbeing of our team and fostering 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, etc
  • 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

What we can offer:

  • Full time employment
  • Local Mon-Fri
  • 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: In person

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