Diesel Fitter | Component Rebuild Specialist at Sime Darby

Alice Springs, , Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

10 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

09 Feb, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Trade Qualification, Industrial Expertise, Safety Commitment, Independent, Reliable, Customer Focus, Communication Excellence

Industry

IT Services and IT Consulting

Description

Company : Hastings Deering (Australia) Ltd Kickstart your career or take the next step with Hastings Deering – where our people build something BIGGER. Join our Cairns team as an experienced and motivated Diesel Fitter in our Component Rebuild Workshop. We offer permanent, full‑time opportunities with an attractive 4‑day work week and long‑term career stability. What you’ll be doing As a Diesel Fitter at Hastings Deering, you will: Deliver quality services – Conducting effective rebuilds, repairs and maintenance on a range of Caterpillar Equipment Componentry to OEM specifications. Increase productivity – Complete all repairs and overhauls safely and within required timeframes. Follow the right procedures – Use service manuals, technical data and diagnostic tooling to guarantee accurate repairs. Maintain accurate documentation – keep detailed reports and associated paperwork for all rebuild and repair tasks. Conduct detailed inspections – assess all disassembled parts for reusability in line with specified guidelines. Ensure cleanliness and quality – uphold the highest standards at all times. Work efficiently – adhere to the daily overhaul schedule to meet operational requirements. Promote and maintain safety – operate in a safe manner across all tasks. Who are we and why work with us? Hastings Deering is proud to be 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. When you join our team at Hastings Deering, you’ll benefit from: Big Pay, Bigger Growth – Competitive hourly rates with competency-based pay rises PLUS regular scheduled increases under our current Enterprise Agreement. Body, Mind & Wallet Support – Free health checks, Employee Assistance Program, income protection insurance, and discounts at major retailers. Up to 30 days flex leave on offer! Career Paths That Work for You – Grow into leadership, technical specialist, or support service roles. At Hastings Deering, we align with YOUR goals. Get more time back in your life – Our work schedules are made to fit your life, giving you the flexibility to take care of what matters most outside of work. Get that work/life balance with a 4-day work week. Security you can count on – Enjoy the stability of a long-term career with Hastings Deering, backed by global strength. Cutting Edge Tech – Get hands-on experience with the latest CAT technology as we shape the future of mining and heavy equipment solutions. What you’ll need: A successful teammate will have experience in: Trade Qualification – Cert III Engineering (Diesel Fitters – preferred, Automotive Mechanics, Mechanical Fitters or Mechanical trades). Industrial expertise – demonstrated post trade component experience. Safety commitment – dedicated adherence to health and safety policy and procedure. Independent and reliable – high level of initiative, reliability, and ability to work independently and in a team environment. Customer focus – a customer-driven mindset with commitment to continuous improvement. Communication excellence – excellent communication, documentation, and time management skills. Eligibility – Australian/NZ Citizen or AUS Permanent Resident applicants only (we cannot accept applications from temporary residents). Interested? Here’s What’s Next: If you’re interested in growing your career with a large OEM, we’d love to hear from you! 📌 Apply Now – click the button below. 📞 Enquiries: 1300 071 618 👤 Contact: Taylor Collett – Talent Acquisition Partner Hastings Deering follows a Pre-Employment Process for all successful applicants, which includes two employment references, a National Police Check and a medical assessment. These checks are essential to your application, and your Talent Acquisition Partner will support you through the process. Sime is a partner of choice for the world's best brands in the Automotive and Industrial Equipment sectors. We deliver sustainable value to our stakeholders through operational excellence, high performance standards and good corporate governance. Founded in 1910, Sime Darby Berhad today has a workforce of approximately 30,000 employees and a presence in 18 countries and territories across the Asia Pacific region. It is listed on the main market of Bursa Malaysia. To explore exciting career opportunities in our Motors operations in Australia, click the link below: Sime Motors Australia Career Site

Responsibilities

As a Diesel Fitter, you will conduct rebuilds, repairs, and maintenance on Caterpillar equipment to OEM specifications while ensuring safety and productivity. You will also maintain accurate documentation and conduct inspections of disassembled parts.