Light Vehicle Mechanic

Light Vehicle Mechanic

Barkly Region, NT
NT applicants strongly encouraged

Wilson Diesel Services is a family-owned mechanical business based in the Northern Territory, supporting mining, civil and corporate fleets across the Barkly. Our Light Vehicle workshop continues to grow, and with consistent work coming in we are looking for another LV Mechanic to work back-to-back and take responsibility for the day-to-day running of the workshop.

This is a practical leadership role suited to someone who enjoys being on the tools while supervising a team, maintaining standards, and keeping work moving efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting recruitment, onboarding and general workforce management

• Diagnosing, repairing and servicing:

  • Corporate fleets

  • Mine-spec vehicles

  • 4x4s and general customer vehicles

• Ensuring WHS compliance, site requirements and quality workmanship

• Mentoring apprentices and supporting skills development

• Maintaining accurate job cards, service records and compliance documentation

About You

• Trade Qualified Light Vehicle Mechanic

• Minimum 2 years post trade experience

• Strong diagnostic and repair skills across a range of makes and models

• Good organisational and job-planning skills

• Confident communicator with the ability to work with clients and staff

• Experience managing parts, stock and consumables

• Current C-Class driver's licence

Territory experience and an understanding of regional work environments will be highly regarded.

What We Offer

• Up to $65 per hour + Superannuation (rate based on experience) + MONTHLY PERFORMANCE BONUSES PAID ON WEEK OFF

• Guaranteed hours – 10-hour days

• 18 on, 10 off (2x weekends at home)

• FIFO options available from Alice Springs, Darwin or Katherine

• Flights, accommodation and meals provided where applicable

• Performance-based bonuses

• Direct access to owners and decision-makers

• Long-term role within a stable and growing regional business

The Role in Practice

This position suits someone looking for steady work, clear expectations and time at home. You'll be part of a small, experienced team in a busy regional workshop, with the opportunity to contribute to how the workshop operates and continues to improve.

📩 Applications and enquiries are treated confidentially.