Heavy Diesel Mechanic

Heavy Diesel Mechanic / Fitter

• Join Aurizon’s safety-focused team in Port Adelaide, maintaining and repairing mobile plant assets.
• Enjoy career growth, great benefits, and the chance to be part of Australia’s largest rail freight operator.
• Bring your mechanical expertise and help keep critical port operations running smoothly!

Location: Port Adelaide, South Australia

Aurizon is Australia's largest rail freight operator and an integral part of the Australian economy, moving over 250 million tonnes of commodities annually. We are strengthening our presence in South Australia, offering rail and port solutions that benefit customers across the region. As we expand our operations in Port Adelaide, we are excited to invite enthusiastic individuals to join our growing team!

About the Role:

Aurizon is seeking a skilled and qualified Heavy Diesel Mechanic to join our Port Services Maintenance team at Berth 29, Port Adelaide. In this role, you’ll play a key part in ensuring the safety, reliability, and performance of our mobile plant assets. You’ll work within a structured maintenance program, tackling both scheduled and unscheduled tasks while maintaining our strong safety and operational standards.

Responsibilities include:

• Performing preventative and corrective maintenance on port mobile plant and infrastructure
• Diagnosing and repairing mechanical and electrical faults
• Completing risk assessments and adhering to WH&S procedures
• Scoping maintenance work and collaborating with planners to prioritise tasks
• Providing on-call support for urgent breakdowns when required
• Maintaining accurate records in asset management systems
• Identifying and implementing improvements to maintenance processes and asset reliability

About you: 

We’re looking for a proactive and safety-focused professional with:

• Certificate III in Engineering – Mechanical or equivalent (mandatory)
• Proven mechanical trade experience (preferred)
• Auto electrical diagnostic skills (advantageous)
• Experience in the crane industry (advantageous)
• Strong background in heavy diesel servicing, mechanical maintenance, and fault diagnostics
• Ability to obtain a Maritime Safety Identification Card (MSIC)
• Competence with computer systems; SAP experience highly regarded
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Commitment to safety and compliance with WH&S standards
• Effective communication skills for liaising with planners and supervisors
• A current C Class driver’s licence (unrestricted or provisional)

Please Note: Successful applicant must pass pre-employment checks, including a medical. This role is not offered as FIFO/DIDO positions.

What we offer you:       

At Aurizon, we support the development and growth of our employees. With a national portfolio of operations, we offer long-term and exciting career opportunities. Some of our benefits include:

• Development and growth opportunities.
• Access to mentoring and development programs.
• Discounts on selected health insurance funds, personal travel, gyms, vehicles and retail brands.

About Aurizon:

Aurizon is Australia’s largest rail freight rail freight operator with integrated landside supply chain solutions and a top 100 ASX company. Each year, we deliver more than 250 million tonnes of Australian commodities right across the country. Aurizon is crucial to the Australian economy, connecting miners, primary producers and industry with international and domestic markets. 

At Aurizon, we are proud of our diverse, collaborative, creative and high-performance culture. We celebrate the contribution of every employee and provide opportunities for career development in a dynamic, caring, and inclusive work environment.

To learn about us and our company values, please visit www.aurizon.com.au/careers