Apprentice Diesel Mechanic – Heavy Plant and Equipment
As an Apprentice Diesel Mechanic with Delta, you will be learning to service & maintain a huge range of late model heavy plant and equipment across our workshop operations. Successful candidates will be offered four year apprenticeships and responsible for the servicing, repair and maintenance of a fleet of heavy plant including Hitachi, Yanmar, Mustang, CAT, Komatsu and Volvo equipment. These positions will be located at our Port Melbourne and Dandenong workshop facilities and may include travel to attend to site-based breakdowns.
Key Responsibilities
* Comply with workplace health and safety rules at all times
* Perform routine maintenance, including (but not limited to) oil changes, engine tune‑ups, and coolant flushes
* Assisting with diagnostics and repairs of machinery, electrical and hydraulic systems, and other components
* Repair or replace worn and defective parts, including troubleshooting as required or directed
* Use and maintain hand tools, power tools, and diagnostic equipment (under supervision)
* Shadow and observe qualified and experienced personnel
* Read and follow established work methods, checklists and/or manuals
* Carry out administrative tasks/duties as instructed
* Communicate effectively with supervisors and workshop personnel
Requirements
* Valid/current Victorian Driver's Licence (C Class)
* Willingness to commit to a four (4) year apprenticeship
* High level mechanical and/or electrical skills
* Excellent communication – written and verbal, including literacy or the ability to read and follow technical manuals/documentation
* Demonstrated capability to work as part of a team
* Ability to pass medical/health assessment and to undergo workplace drug and alcohol testing
* We are willing to consider current second and/or third year apprentices.
* Candidates must hold Australian Citizenship of Permanent Residency to be considered for these positions.
Working with Delta Group
Delta Groupembraces diversity and encourages applications from people of all backgrounds, irrespective ofgender, age, language, disability, ethnicity, cultural background, socio-economic and marital status, sexual orientation or religious belief. We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier‑free recruitment process and supportive workplace.
We also appreciate and respect the diversity of First Nations Australians and the distinctive culture, languages and beliefs of different communities across Australia. We recognise and value Aboriginal cultural knowledge as a significant contributor to our operational capacity and we acknowledge the skills and experience whichFirst Nations Australians can bring to our organisation.
Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted for interview.
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