Diesel Fitter

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About the Role
Whether you're kicking off your career or looking to take the next big step, we offer opportunities for our team to start something BIG (along with some seriously good perks).

We are on the hunt for an experienced and capable Diesel Fitter to join our Townsville Component Rebuild Center. If you're looking to get out of FIFO/DIDO, work in town, be home every night and want to be part of a close-knit team, then this job is for you! This is a Permanent Monday to Friday position working 38 hours per week.

The primary focus of this role is to repair, rebuild and overhaul a range of Caterpillar components. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a world class facility and access the latest in CAT equipment, technology and training resources. Our Townsville Component Rebuild Center works with a wide variety of components including:

• Differentials & Torque Converters
• Engines
• Hydraulic Cylinders
• Reclamation Shop
• Small Components
• Transmissions
• Component Test Section

As a Diesel Fitter in this varied and interesting role, you will:

• Service, repair and maintain a range of Caterpillar components
• Increase productivity by completing all repairs and overhauls in a safe and timely manner
• Determine the reusability of all disassembled parts
• Accurately maintain and complete all paperwork associated with job completion
• Ensure cleanliness and quality is of the highest standard at all times
• Perform efficiently by working to a schedule of daily overhaul requirements

Why Hastings Deering?
At Hastings Deering our people are our heart-it's as simple as that.

When you start something big with Hastings Deering, you'll have access to:

• A competitive hourly rate on new enterprise agreement.
• Employee discounts, rewards, and incentive programs.
• Income protection insurance
• Dedicated programs and utilities to support your physical, mental, and financial health, such as our EAP, free health checks, and discounted private health insurance.
• A rewarding career with diverse opportunities, Career Development training and upskilling courses are available
• A supportive, diverse, and inclusive team spread across Australia and internationally.

About You
A successful teammate will have the following:

• Relevant Trade Qualification (Automotive Mechanics, Mechanical Fitters, Fitter & Turners, Diesel Fitters)
• Demonstrated 5 years post trade mechanical fitting experience
• Disassembly & Assembly experience
• Computer literate, along with experience in SIS
• Strong commitment to maintain a high level of workplace health and safety
• The ability to work within a team and unsupervised
• Excellent planning and organisational skills
• Be available for day & afternoon rotating weekly work shifts
• Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident applicants only (we are unable to accept applications from candidates who are temporary residents)

To Apply: Hit the 'Apply Now' button

Enquiries: Please call 1300 071 618
Contact Person: Marta Markovic, Talent Acquisition Partner FNQ

About Hastings Deering
Hastings Deering is one of the top 5 Caterpillar dealerships globally. We sell, rent, and offer support and parts distribution services for Cat® products across a range of industries, including resources, general construction, civil transport and commercial construction, power systems, government, primary industries and marine. 

We have more than 3,500 employees across 23 business service centres throughout Queensland, Northern Territory, Papua New Guinea, the Solomon Islands and New Caledonia, with our headquarters based in Brisbane, Australia.