Downer is seeking skilled Heavy Diesel Mechanics, Technicians, or Fitters to join our team in Eastern Creek, NSW. This hybrid opportunity offers the best of both worlds: hands-on workshop maintenance and varied field service work. One day you'll be in the workshop, the next you'll be on site diagnosing faults and keeping critical projects moving.
We are especially interested in candidates who are flexible to travel when required, can work alternating day and night shifts, and who thrive both in a team environment and when working independently.
If you enjoy problem‑solving, value safety and quality, and want to work with a supportive, collaborative team; this role is for you.
This is a full time permanent position with the opportunity for overtime with penal rates.
What We Offer
* Competitive hourly rates based on experience, plus overtime opportunities
* Hands-on work with a modern, well-maintained fleet of trucks and plant
* Ongoing training and career development in a supportive environment
* A strong safety-first culture with Zero Harm as a core value
* Inclusive and team-focused culture with regular team activities
Key Responsibilities
* Service, repair, and maintain heavy plant machinery and trucks
* Diagnose and resolve breakdowns in the field
* Travel to various sites when required
* Work alternating day and night shifts as needed
* Ensure all work meets Downer's high safety and operational standards
* Collaborate within a skilled team while also being able to work unsupervised
About You
* Trade qualification in Heavy Diesel Mechanics, Plant Mechanics, or Fitting (essential)
* Strong hydraulic knowledge and diagnostic skills
* Experience with mobile plant, trucks, and heavy equipment
* Auto electrical experience (highly regarded)
* Valid licences to support the role (HR and Forklift desirable)
* Ability to travel as required and work alternating shifts
* Strong team player with the capability to operate independently
* A proactive approach and commitment to safety
Apply Now
Apply below with your resume and cover letter outlining why you would be a great fit for this role
At Downer, we believe in potential. Even if your experience doesn't perfectly align, we encourage you to apply-you might be exactly who we're looking for.
At Downer we plan, create and sustain. Downer is the leading provider of integrated services in Australia and New Zealand. Through trusted relationships and world leading insight we work closely with our customers to design, build and sustain assets, infrastructure, and facilities.
Downer's Transport & Infrastructure business manages and maintains road networks across Australia and New Zealand, with civil and commercial construction in New Zealand. We are an integrated trans-Tasman team with a leading portfolio of products and services. By sharing our capabilities and insights across our regions we achieve the best technical solutions for our customers' challenges, and for our communities.