Diesel Fitter - Excavator Crew

Join the team that keeps our fleet moving.

We're looking for experienced Diesel Fitters to join our specialised Roaming Excavator Crew, providing critical maintenance support across our mining operations. Working primarily on our fleet of Liebherr excavators, you'll travel to sites where your expertise is needed most, helping minimise downtime and keep production moving.

If you enjoy variety, problem-solving and working on some of the largest mining equipment in Australia, we'd love to hear from you.

Why Join MacKellar?

• Competitive hourly rate: $85–$95 per hour + superannuation
• Full-time opportunity in a Field Service role
• 7/7 roster – day shift only!
• Tool allowance of $6,000 per year
• Company vehicle and fuel card provided, or vehicle allowance available
• Be part of a newly established Excavator Specialist Crew
• Meals and accommodation provided when working away

About the Role

• Provide breakdown and maintenance support across multiple mine sites.
• Diagnose and repair faults on Liebherr hydraulic excavators and associated mining equipment.
• Work alongside site maintenance teams to safely return equipment to service.
• Travel to sites requiring additional maintenance support, focusing on critical machine availability.

What You'll Bring

• Australian Trade Qualification as a Diesel Fitter or Mobile Plant Mechanic.
• Experience maintaining large mining excavators, ideally Liebherr.
• Strong diagnostic and troubleshooting skills.
• Commitment to safety and the ability to work effectively in diverse site environments.

If you are an expert Excavator Diesel Fitter who enjoys the variety of working across multiple sites, then we would like to speak to you.

Apply today and secure your future with MacKellar.
MacKellar is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from suitably qualified candidates.