Diesel Mechanic

3 days ago

Whyalla, Australia libertyone Full time $104,000 - $130,878 per year
About The Role

We're looking for experienced Heavy-Duty Diesel Fitters to join our Whyalla maintenance team. You'll carry out diagnostics, repairs, and preventative maintenance on mobile plant and heavy equipment—ensuring reliable operations that support critical mining and industrial processes.

Hands-on and safety-focused, this role involves working closely with the Maintenance Manager and team to boost equipment availability and drive operational efficiency.

Key Duties:

Maintain and repair mobile plant and heavy vehiclesDiagnose faults in diesel, hydraulic, and mechanical systemsComplete accurate work orders and recordsSupport preventative maintenance programsSource and replace partsUphold workshop cleanliness and safetyFollow set maintenance schedulesRespond to alarms and incidents safely


What You'll Bring:

Cert III in Heavy Vehicle Diesel Fitting (or equivalent)Strong mechanical skills and initiativeSafety-first mindset and good communicationSelf-motivated with a team-oriented attitude


Desirable

Experience with side tippers, FELs, and mining/industrial mobile fleetKnowledge of maintenance systems and schedulesBasic computer and numeracy skills Key Benefits

Below are some of our key central benefits that are available to all employees. Other benefits may be available depending on your role or site.

Generous parental leave: 20 weeks paid Primary Carer Leave and 3 weeks paid Partner Leave for those who have worked at the business for at least 12 months. The company also provides superannuation contributions for the Primary Carer during the period of unpaid parental leave for eligible employees (limitations apply).Access to long service leave after 5 years: Employees who are not covered by an Enterprise Agreement can access accrued Long Service Leave (LSL) at the rate of 1.3 weeks per year of service after 5 years continuous service.Employee Benefits Program: Employee Added Extras (EAE), our Employee Benefits Program, provides discounts for you and your friends and family on gift cards, shopping, groceries, home products, car rentals, holidays, recreation and moreCorporate rates for private health insurance: Nib Health Insurance offers discounted cover for employees. About Us

Liberty Primary Steel operates the historic Whyalla Steelworks, approximately 400km from Adelaide.  The integrated facility which includes ironmaking, steel making, and rolling-mill facilities is Australia's only manufacturer of special grade billet and steel long products providing solutions for nation-building infrastructure including rail. It is also the future home of green steel with plans to construct an Electric Arc Furnace and Direct Reduction Iron facility fed by natural gas and hydrogen.

Why Work Here?

We offer more than just a job; we provide a dynamic environment built on three pillars that define our commitment to both our team and our industry.

Work with a greater purpose: Join us in the pursuit of a sustainable future as we progress our ambition to become carbon-neutral. You will contribute to a legacy that not only helps to build our nation but sustains our environment for future generations. Embrace a culture where differences are celebrated, innovation is embraced and valuing everyone's unique perspectives contributes to our transformation.Work well - live better: We understand the importance of working in an environment which supports you to balance your personal and professional life. Experience a culture which values you as a whole person - where family extends to the workplace and your well-being matters. You'll thrive not only in your career with us, but beyond.Build your own future: Step into a culture where every day is an opportunity to grow, and where driving your own development is not just encouraged; it's expected. You'll be empowered to take the wheel of your learning journey and uncover your potential. The possibilities are limitless.

We invite you to forge your career in a workplace where passion meets purpose, wellbeing is nurtured and the opportunity to thrive is in your hands.

It is our ambition to cultivate an inclusive workplace that is as diverse as the communities we serve. We encourage candidates from all cultural backgrounds, genders, orientations, age groups, and abilities to apply. Your diversity is our strength in creating sustainable and innovative steel solutions for Australia's tomorrow.

We are a 2025 Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant.


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