Heavy Diesel Mechanic – Residential Role (NOT FIFO)
Wilson Diesel Services
Tennant Creek, Katherine & Northern Australia NT
Full time
$38 – $58 per hour (Full time) (depending on experience)
About Us
Wilson Diesel Services is a family-owned mechanical business based in the Northern Territory, supporting mining, civil, power generation and corporate fleets across the Barkly and surrounding regions.
With consistent long-term work and expanding contracts, we're looking to appoint an experienced Heavy Diesel Mechanic (HD Mechanic) to join our growing team.
This is a residential role based in Tennant Creek. This position is NOT FIFO or DIDO.
Key Responsibilities
* Service, maintain and repair heavy diesel equipment, including:
* Heavy road transport and fleet vehicles
* Light vehicles (LVs), 4x4s and support vehicles as required
* Diagnose and repair mechanical faults across engines, driveline, braking, suspension and cooling systems
* Carry out preventative maintenance and major servicing to manufacturer specifications
* Perform breakdown support and fault-finding in workshop and site environments
* Assist with servicing and repairs on light vehicles when required
* Work on power generation equipment, including diesel generators (experience strongly regarded)
* Complete inspections, defect rectifications and compliance checks
* Road-test vehicles and equipment post-repair to ensure safety and performance standards
* Maintain accurate job cards, service records and compliance documentation
* Ensure all work is completed to a high standard with strong focus on safety, quality and efficiency
* Work collaboratively with the workshop team to manage workload and priorities
About You
* Certificate III in Heavy Commercial Vehicle Mechanical Technology or equivalent
* Minimum 3–5 years post-trade experience
* Proven experience working on light vehicles and willingness to work across both HD and LV fleets
* Strong diagnostic and repair skills across diesel engines and mechanical systems
* Experience with power generation equipment (diesel generators) strongly regarded
* Ability to work independently and manage jobs from start to finish
* Well organised with good time-management and problem-solving skills
* Current C-Class Australian Driver's Licence
* HR or HC licence highly regarded (MC an advantage)
Territory experience and familiarity with regional and remote work environments will be highly regarded.
What We Offer
* $38-58 per hour + Superannuation (based on experience)
* 38 hours per week (overtime available if required)
* Performance-based bonuses
* Stable, long-term residential employment
* Direct access to business owners and decision-makers
* Consistent local work — home every night
The Role in Practice
This role suits a Heavy Diesel Mechanic who is adaptable, hands-on and comfortable working across both heavy diesel and light vehicle fleets. You'll be part of a small, experienced team in a busy regional workshop, with exposure to mining support, fleet maintenance and power generation work.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $38.00 – $58.00 per hour
Expected hours: No less than 38 per week
Work Location: In person