Diesel Mechanic – Field Service

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We’re looking for talented Field Service Diesel Technicians to join our high‑performing Darwin team.

In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways:

• Carry out repairs, maintenance, and rebuilds on heavy diesel engines and related components

• Diagnose faults using specialised tools, technical publications, and electronic service software

• Disassemble, inspect, clean, and reassemble engines/components to required standards

• Complete preventative maintenance and field service work as scheduled

• Validate repairs and ensure issues are fully resolved before close-out

• Maintain a clean, safe, and organised work area, tools, and service vehicle

• Complete all documentation including service reports, timesheets, warranty claims, and quality forms

• Identify further service opportunities with customers

• Escalate unresolved technical issues to senior technicians or supervisors

• Adhere to all Health, Safety & Environmental procedures and report incidents promptly

• Support workshop repairs when required
  

To be successful in this role you will need the following:

• Cert III Diesel Mechanic (Apprentice Trained Engine Technician) or equivalent

• Field service experience preferred coupled with heavy duty engine experience

• Have previous experience of working in remote locations

• Strong knowledge of diesel engine products

• Heavy vehicle experience (preferred)

• HR licence (preferred)

• Cummins and/or Power Generation mechanical experience (advantageous but not essential)

• Ability to interpret diagnostic results, service procedures, and technical publications

• Strong attention to safety, documentation accuracy, and quality standards

• Valid local driver’s licence

Compensation and Benefits

• Full-time role, 38 hours per week

• Overtime available with penalty rates for all hours above 38

• On-call roster (1 week per month) for field service

• Remote Area Travel Required

• All PPE and uniforms supplied and laundered

• Domestic relocation available for the right candidate

• Annual bonus + superannuation

• Safety-first culture with ongoing training and career development

At Cummins, we are an equal opportunity employer dedicated to diversity in the workplace. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, gender, colour, disability, national origin, age, religion, union affiliation, sexual orientation, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity and/or expression, or other status protected by law.