Diesel Motor Mechanic
- Service, inspect and maintain diesel engines and heavy commercial vehicles, including prime movers, rigid trucks and trailers.
- Diagnose and repair engine, transmission, driveline, steering, suspension and braking faults using diagnostic equipment and workshop tools.
- Complete scheduled maintenance, post-repair testing, service records and work in accordance with safety and manufacturer standards.
Adelaide Truck Centre, operated by K NAICKER & N.D NAICKER (ABN 54 757 688 400), is a heavy vehicle servicing and repair workshop providing mechanical servicing, preventative maintenance, fault diagnosis and repairs for commercial vehicles, including prime movers, rigid trucks and trailers. We are seeking a qualified and experienced Diesel Motor Mechanic to join our workshop team and support the ongoing maintenance and repair requirements of our customers' heavy vehicles.
About the Role
We are looking for a skilled Diesel Motor Mechanic (ANZSCO 321212) to undertake servicing, mechanical inspections, fault diagnosis and repairs on a range of heavy commercial vehicles. The successful candidate will work on diesel engines and associated mechanical systems, ensuring vehicles are maintained and repaired to appropriate operational, safety and manufacturer standards.
This full-time position involves identifying mechanical faults, carrying out necessary repairs and performing scheduled maintenance on prime movers, rigid trucks and trailers. The role requires practical experience with heavy diesel vehicles, strong diagnostic abilities and the capacity to complete workshop tasks efficiently while maintaining high standards of workmanship and safety.
Location: 17 Duncan Road, Dry Creek SA 5094
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary: $75,000 to $85,000 per annum plus superannuation
Key Responsibilities
• Inspect and diagnose mechanical faults in diesel engines and associated systems of prime movers, rigid trucks and other heavy commercial vehicles.
• Use electronic diagnostic equipment, specialised testing tools and mechanical inspection procedures to identify engine and vehicle system faults.
• Dismantle and remove diesel engine components, transmissions and other mechanical assemblies to assess wear, damage and repair requirements.
• Repair, overhaul and reassemble diesel engines, including cylinder heads, pistons, bearings, crankshafts and related components.
• Inspect, service and repair fuel injection systems, turbochargers, cooling systems and engine lubrication systems to maintain reliable engine performance.
• Diagnose and repair faults in heavy vehicle transmissions, clutches, differentials and driveline components.
• Inspect, adjust and repair steering and suspension systems, including associated components of trucks and trailers.
• Test, service and repair heavy vehicle braking systems, including air brake components and related mechanical assemblies.
• Replace worn or defective mechanical parts using appropriate workshop equipment, tools and manufacturer-recommended repair procedures.
• Perform scheduled servicing and preventative maintenance, including engine oil and filter changes, lubrication, fluid inspections and replacement of serviceable components.
• Conduct mechanical testing, adjustments and post-repair inspections to confirm that serviced or repaired vehicles operate safely and correctly.
• Maintain accurate service and repair records, report identified mechanical defects and follow workplace health and safety procedures during workshop operations.
Candidate Requirements
• AQF Certificate III in Heavy Commercial Vehicle Mechanical Technology, Certificate IV in Automotive Mechanical Diagnosis, or an equivalent relevant automotive mechanical qualification.
• A minimum of 1–2 years of relevant practical experience in diesel engine servicing, maintenance and mechanical repairs.
• Demonstrated experience working with heavy commercial diesel vehicles, particularly trucks, prime movers or similar heavy vehicles.
• Sound technical knowledge of diesel engines, fuel systems, transmissions, steering, suspension and heavy vehicle braking systems.
• Ability to diagnose mechanical and engine-related faults using electronic diagnostic equipment and workshop testing tools.
• Practical experience in dismantling, repairing, replacing and reassembling heavy vehicle mechanical components.
• Ability to interpret technical specifications, service manuals and manufacturer repair instructions.
• Good understanding of preventative maintenance procedures and heavy vehicle workshop safety requirements.
• Strong attention to detail, problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently and collaboratively within a workshop environment.
• Ability to manage assigned servicing and repair tasks efficiently while maintaining quality workmanship.
• Only candidates currently residing in Australia will be shortlisted.
How to Apply
Interested candidates are invited to submit their updated resume outlining their relevant qualifications, heavy vehicle mechanical experience and technical skills.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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