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Diesel Fitter | Engine Rebuilds | Mackay Repair Centre


Company : BHP Group


Location : Mackay, Queensland


Created : 2026-01-31


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Job Country: AustraliaJob State/Province:Job Location/Region:About BHPAt BHP we support our people to grow, learn, develop their skills and reach their potential. With a global portfolio of operations, we offer a diverse and inclusive environment with extraordinary career opportunities. Our strategy is to focus on creating a safe work environment where our employees feel strongly connected to our values and objectives, and where the capability of our people is key to our success.Come and be a part of this successAbout the RoleWe are seeking highly skilled and motivated Engine Rebuilders to join our team, specialising in the rebuild and overhaul of Caterpillar C Series, 3400/3500 series engines, Cummins QSK and Detroit or similar engines. This position is based at the Mackay Repair centre in Mackay on a 4/3 roster. Be home every night with this lifestyle roster.In this handson workshop position, you will be responsible for complete stripdown, inspection, rebuild, and review of test results for heavy diesel engines. You will also be responsible for the ongoing development and upskilling of maintainers working alongside on these engines. Working within a dedicated rebuild team, you will play a key role in ensuring components are rebuilt to OEM standards, delivering quality and reliability for our customers in the mining, construction, and transport sectors.Your responsibilities include but are not limited to:Strip, clean, inspect, and rebuild Caterpillar engines to specificationAssess engine condition prior to rebuild and ensure required parts and reclamation have been identified accordinglyOperate with a high focus on quality, safety, and efficiencyUse precision measuring tools and follow OEM technical dataWork collaboratively with the workshop team to meet turnaround targetsContribute to continuous improvement in rebuild processesDetailed service reportsAbout YouProven experience rebuilding Caterpillar C Series / 3200 Series or similar offhighway truck heavy diesel enginesStrong mechanical aptitude and attention to detailTrade qualification (Diesel Fitter, Heavy Vehicle Mechanic, or equivalent) preferredAbility to work independently and as part of a teamCommitment to safety and quality standardsAbout Our ProcessAt BHP, we are committed to employing individuals who align with the BHP Charter Values and meet the requirements of the role. As part of the recruitment process, there are a number of checks which may be conducted to demonstrate applicants suitability for a role including police / criminal background checks, medical, drug and alcohol testing, due diligence checks, right to work checks, and/or reference checks.Supporting a Diverse WorkforceThe size, stability and magnitude of our business not only provides significant opportunity for professional development, but also attractive salary packages with performancebased bonuses and a bestinclass employee share program. We know there are many aspects of our employees'' lives that are important, and work is only one of these, so we offer benefits to enable your work to fit with your life. These benefits include flexible working options, a generous paid parental leave policy, other extended leave entitlements and parent rooms.At BHP, we know that we are strengthened by diversity. We are an Equal Opportunity employer that is committed to making BHP a safe and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive and be at their best every day. We are focused on creating a workforce that''s more diverse and represents the communities where we work and live, providing a work environment in which everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. We are an Equal Opportunity employer and recognise that true diversity includes gender, age, race, disability status, religion, neurodiversity, education levels, and many more aspects of your identity.BHP is committed to providing a recruitment process that is fair, equitable and accessible for all. If you have a disability, we know that it may be helpful for us to adjust our process to make it equitable for your individual situation. If you would like to reach out to someone about your situation and our recruitment process, please email us at [email protected].#J-18808-Ljbffr