Agricultural Maintenance Officer-Diesel Mechanic [ Pinnaroo, Sa]

Our client is one of the largest family farming groups in South Australia and New South Wales. They are currently on the lookout for multiple experienced Heavy Diesel and Motor Mechanics to join their successful team in South Australia.

The role will include assisting the workshop with mechanical repairs on all brands of vehicles and machinery. Duties & ResponsibilitiesThe Heavy Diesel and Motor Mechanic will be responsible for diagnostic and repair work on both heavy and light vehiclesABOUT THE POSITIONThe Heavy Diesel and Motor Mechanic is responsible for service, maintenance and repair work on both heavy and light vehicles

Key responsibilities include:

• Ensure reactive and preventative maintenance, servicing and repair requirements are met in accordance with maintenance schedules (including oil changes, transmission fluids, air filters, tyre changes etc.)
• Identify, test and repair different types of mechanical and electrical failures on vehicle engines, and machinery.
• Fault diagnostics and testing parts
• Performing repairs and replacing defective worn or parts
• Dismantling and removing engine assemblies, transmissions, steering mechanisms and other components, and checking parts
• Reassembling engines and parts after repair

Qualifications required:

• Experience within a similar role
• Qualified mechanic (AQF certificate III or equivalent)
• At least 3 years of fulltime experience
• Have a good eye for detail
• Must have intermediate or above computer skills
• Demonstrated ability to work cohesively as part of a team
• Well developed communication and interpersonal skills
• Must be able to comply with all OHS policies and procedures.
• Be motivated and able to achieve targets