Heavy Diesel Mechanic

Who are KRSP   
Kimberley Regional Service Providers (KRSP) provides a range of quality services including maintenance, repair and capital works to utility services including power, water and wastewater essential service infrastructure that improve the quality of life for Indigenous people living in the remote areas of the Kimberley Region in Western Australia.

With a head office and workshop in Broome and regional Kimberley including Fitzroy Crossing and Kununurra, KRSP have a reputation for technical innovation, reliability, quality of workmanship and professional services.

About the role    
We are seeking an experienced and motivated Heavy Diesel Mechanic to join the team in our Broome Workshop.

Reporting to the Workshop and Logistics Manager, the Heavy Diesel Mechanic is an integral part of KRSP’s operational team who contributes to our success by ensuring the reliable availability of KRSP’s fleet of mobile equipment.

This position is an excellent opportunity to join a dedicated team and contribute to a significant positive impact on the day-to-day lives of the members of communities serviced by KRSP.

Key responsibilities of the role:   

• Complete scheduled servicing and repairs of trucks, earthmoving, and mobile plant equipment
• Undertake preventative maintenance activities
• Participate in fault finding and failure diagnosis as required
• On occasions attend to emergency breakdown repairs in the field
• Recommend initiatives to enhance efficiency and plant reliability
• Complete necessary electronic and manual documentation

Location  
This is a permanent, residential role based at our Broome office. Local residents or candidates willing to consider relocating to Broome are encouraged to apply.

What you will need  
An ability to demonstrate a high work ethic, integrity, and safe work practices together with a positive mindset.

Essential criteria:

• Minimum 2 years’ experience as a Diesel Mechanic
• Relevant trade qualification as Heavy Diesel Mechanic
• Thorough knowledge of plant, vehicles (heavy and light) and civil earth moving equipment
• Advanced fault finding and diagnostic ability
• White Card
• Current C class driver’s licence
• National Police Clearance
• Unrestricted working rights in Australia

Desirable criteria:

• Current Medium to Heavy Rigid (MR/HR) driver’s licence
• First Aid

Recruitment agencies are respectfully requested not to submit applications for this role.