HD Mechanic

Wilson Diesel Services is a family-owned mechanical business based in the Northern Territory, supporting mining, civil, power generation and corporate fleets across the Barkly and surrounding regions.

With consistent long-term work and expanding contracts, we’re looking to appoint an experienced Heavy Diesel Mechanic (HD Mechanic) to join our growing team.

This is a residential role based in Tennant Creek. This position is NOT FIFO or DIDO.

Key Responsibilities

• Service, maintain and repair heavy diesel equipment, including:
  • Heavy road transport and fleet vehicles
  • Light vehicles (LVs), 4x4s and support vehicles as required
• Diagnose and repair mechanical faults across engines, driveline, braking, suspension and cooling systems
• Carry out preventative maintenance and major servicing to manufacturer specifications
• Perform breakdown support and fault-finding in workshop and site environments
• Assist with servicing and repairs on light vehicles when required
• Work on power generation equipment, including diesel generators (experience strongly regarded)
• Complete inspections, defect rectifications and compliance checks
• Road-test vehicles and equipment post-repair to ensure safety and performance standards
• Maintain accurate job cards, service records and compliance documentation
• Ensure all work is completed to a high standard with strong focus on safety, quality and efficiency
• Work collaboratively with the workshop team to manage workload and priorities

About You

• Certificate III in Heavy Commercial Vehicle Mechanical Technology or equivalent
• Minimum 3–5 years post-trade experience
• Proven experience working on light vehicles and willingness to work across both HD and LV fleets
• Strong diagnostic and repair skills across diesel engines and mechanical systems
• Experience with power generation equipment (diesel generators) strongly regarded
• Ability to work independently and manage jobs from start to finish
• Well organised with good time-management and problem-solving skills
• Current C-Class Australian Driver’s Licence
• HR or HC licence highly regarded (MC an advantage)

Territory experience and familiarity with regional and remote work environments will be highly regarded.

What We Offer

• $38-58 per hour + Superannuation (based on experience)
• 38 hours per week (overtime available if required)
• Performance-based bonuses
• Stable, long-term residential employment
• Direct access to business owners and decision-makers
• Consistent local work — home every night

The Role in Practice

This role suits a Heavy Diesel Mechanic who is adaptable, hands-on and comfortable working across both heavy diesel and light vehicle fleets. You’ll be part of a small, experienced team in a busy regional workshop, with exposure to mining support, fleet maintenance and power generation work.