HEAVY DIESEL MECHANIC

About us

Total Plant Hire is a proudly WA-owned and family-run business based in Pinjarra, servicing the mining, civil, and earthmoving industries across Australia since 2008. With a fleet of more than 600 pieces of equipment, we pride ourselves on delivering reliable, well-maintained machinery backed by quality workmanship, strong safety standards, and responsive service.

About the role

Reporting to the Workshop Supervisor at our Pinjarra workshop, you'll work across a solid mix of makes in our light-to-heavy commercial vehicle fleet including Isuzu, CAT, Toyota and more. The work spans mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and air brake systems with genuine scope for diagnostic work rather than the same routine service on repeat.

About you

• Hold a Nationally recognised Certificate III in Heavy Commercial Vehicle Mechanical Technology or equivalent.
• Previous experience servicing and maintaining heavy trucks and commercial vehicles
• Experience working on Isuzu, CAT and/or Toyota vehicles
• Strong understanding of mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and air brake systems
• Strong troubleshooting, diagnostic and fault-finding experience
• Ability to read and interpret schematics and manuals
• High attention to detail, strong work ethic, and a genuine commitment to safety
• Ability to work independently and as part of a close-knit team
• Current WA Drivers Licence (HR desirable)
• Ability to pass a pre-employment medical and drug and alcohol screening

Desirable:

• Forklift license

What we offer:

• Competitive rate based on experience plus super
• Permanent full-time position
• Day shifts only — no nights, no FIFO
• Flexible roster: Monday–Friday or 10 days on / 4 days off
• Workshop based in Pinjarra — home every night
• Stable work with a business that's been operating since 2008
• Large and growing fleet that keeps the work interesting

Applicants must hold full working rights in Australia, be based in the Peel or Perth metro area, and be available to undergo a pre-employment medical including drug and alcohol screening. A current police clearance may also be requested.

Ready to apply?
If you're a skilled Diesel Mechanic who wants stable, day-shift workshop work with a WA business that's built on doing things properly, we'd like to hear from you.

Total Plant Hire is a proud equal opportunity employer, committed to building a diverse and inclusive workshop. We actively encourage applications from women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and individuals from all backgrounds.

Applications close: Friday, 18th September 2026, 5.00pm WA time.