Leading Hand

Hastings Deering

Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Diesel fitter trade qualification
Heavy vehicle mechanic trade qualification
Leadership and communication skills
You will lead the team, plan and prioritise work, champion safety and quality, and stay hands-on with diagnostics, repairs, and maintenance of heavy equipment

Job Summary

  • You will lead the team, plan and prioritise work, champion safety and quality, and stay hands-on with diagnostics, repairs, and maintenance of heavy equipment.
  • Hastings Deering is a top 5 Caterpillar dealership globally, offering competitive pay, world-class training, and career paths that align with your goals.
  • Benefits include competitive hourly rates, health checks, employee assistance program, income protection insurance, and discounts at major retailers.

Matching Summary

You will lead the team, plan and prioritise work, champion safety and quality, and stay hands-on with diagnostics, repairs, and maintenance of heavy equipment.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Diesel Fitter trade qualification
  • Heavy Vehicle Mechanic trade qualification
  • Leadership and communication skills
  • Safety and quality focus
  • Hands-on with heavy equipment

Nice-to-have

  • Experience on Caterpillar machinery
  • Mentoring apprentices and junior staff
  • Thrive in fast-paced environment
  • Continuous improvement mindset

Key Requirements

  • Trade qualified (Diesel Fitter, Heavy Vehicle Mechanic or similar)
  • Proven leadership experience
  • Technical expertise in heavy equipment
  • Ability to lead and communicate effectively
  • Safety focused
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Work Rights

Not specified

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