Diesel Mechanic

DIESEL MECHANIC

• Escape the cold and combine your career with a tropical island lifestyle!
• Staff perks - discounts on restaurants and activities!
• Fantastic work culture and supportive community
• Enjoy living and working on the doorstep of the Great Barrier Reef!

Our Vehicle Workshop plays a critical role within the Maintenance department as without them the wheels on our buses would not go round and round! This team are committed to keeping all our company vehicles and plant equipment in tip top shape, safe and running smoothly.

A rare opportunity now exists for a qualified Diesel Mechanic to join our passionate team.

Reporting to our Workshop Manager, your role will see you carry out general maintenance and repairs of all heavy vehicles and plant equipment on Hamilton Island.

The successful candidate will have the flexibility to live on Island OR commute daily from nearby Airlie Beach.

Your Benefits

• Full time permanent role on island
• Subsidised furnished staff accommodation
• Staff perks - discounts on restaurants and activities including $15 per week gym membership
• Fantastic work culture and supportive community
• On your days off go fishing, diving, hiking and exploring our beautiful region

Your Role

• Carry out general maintenance and repair of heavy vehicles and plant equipment
• Prioritise and attend to urgent repairs of any description
• Maintain a clean work environment at all times
• Responsible for the maintenance and security of all tools which are the property of HIE
• Perform any other duties as requested by the Supervisor or Workshop Manager
• Ensure safe operation of equipment is maintained at all times

About You

• Certificate III in Automotive Mechanical or equivalent (Essential)
• Previous experience of buses, trucks, heavy earth moving plant, cranes and generating equipment (Essential)
• Minimum 5 years post trade experience (Essential)
• Current HR Drivers licence (Essential)
• Ability to be approved for and hold an Aviation Security Identification Card (ASIC) (Essential)
• If you have a Forklift Licence we would be very impressed

About Us

Hamilton Island is the Whitsunday’s Premiere Island resort with 4 resort options, over 15 different dining and restaurant establishments, a championship golf course and a luxury Yacht Club. We have endless opportunities for passionate and enthusiastic candidates to grow and develop their careers in this premium resort environment.

If this sounds like you we'd love you to join our team.

Click 'Apply' to be taken to our Hamilton Island Careers page www.hamiltonisland.com.au/careers

Hamilton Island is much more than a great place to work – it’s an amazing career opportunity.

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