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Construction & Trades · Australia

Lead Diesel Mechanic

Lead Diesel Mechanic | $140k–$150k + Run the Yard | Brisbane

Are you a qualified diesel mechanic who’s ready to step up, lead a small team and still stay on the tools?

Our client is a family-owned civil contractor with a strong pipeline of projects and a reputation for safety, quality and looking after their people. They’re looking for a hands-on Lead Diesel Mechanic to take charge of the yard and keep their fleet moving.

Why this role is worth a look

  • $140,000 – $150,000 salary for the right experience

  • Run the workshop like it’s your own: real input, real responsibility

  • Stable, family-owned civil business with long-term work locked in

  • Supportive, qualified team that has each other’s backs

  • Variety of work on a mixed civil fleet: light vehicles, small plant, trucks and heavy equipment

What you’ll be doing

  • Being the go-to person for the workshop day to day

  • Leading and mentoring a small team, setting standards and priorities

  • Scheduling and coordinating maintenance and repairs across the fleet

  • Running and improving preventative maintenance to cut breakdowns

  • Using checklists and quality checks so work is done right, first time

  • Monitoring inventory and ordering parts, working with procurement to control costs and downtime

  • Working closely with operations and site teams so gear is ready when they need it

  • Rolling up your sleeves and jumping on the tools when required

What you’ll need

  • Trade qualification (diesel / heavy vehicle / similar)

  • Experience as a Lead / Senior Mechanic, Workshop or Maintenance Supervisor / Coordinator

  • Strong knowledge of diesel engines, hydraulics, diagnostics and civil gear (excavators, posi track, rollers, graders, trucks)

  • Welding skills, plus prep and painting know-how

  • Confident leading others, coaching and holding standards

  • Able to stay calm under pressure and juggle breakdowns and priorities

Ready to step up and run your own workshop?
Hit “Apply” with your resume (or a brief work history). Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for a confidential chat.*

Department
Construction & Trades
Locations
Australia
Employment type
Full-time
Employment level
Technicians

Real People. Real Pride. Real Work.

Construction & Trades · Australia

Lead Diesel Mechanic

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