Company :
Hastings Deering (Australia) LtdKickstart your career or take the next step with Hastings Deering – where our people build something BIGGER.
Whether you're kicking off your career or looking to take the next big step, we offer opportunities for our team to start something BIG (along with some seriously good perks).
We’re seeking all trade qualified fitters, light and heavy diesel mechanics, mobile plant or mechanical fitters to join our award-winning team in our Townsville Business Centre. This is a Permanent, Monday to Friday role.
What you’ll be doing
As a Fitter at Hastings Deering, you will:
- Maintain Cat equipment – carry out maintenance and repairs on Caterpillar equipment to ensure reliability, performance and longevity.
- Assemble equipment – complete accurate and efficient assembly of Caterpillar equipment in line with manufacturer specifications.
- Complete job documentation – maintain and finalise all paperwork associated with job completion, ensuring records are accurate and up to date.
- Diagnose and troubleshoot – utilise Caterpillar diagnostic systems (ET, VIMS, SIMSi and SIS) to identify faults and support effective repairs.
- Put safety first – achieve safety goals through personal commitment, ensuring no harm to self or others and active participation in safety initiatives.
Who are we and why work with us?
Hastings Deering is proud to be one of the top 5 Caterpillar dealerships globally. We sell, rent, and offer support and parts distribution services for Cat® products across a range of industries, including resources, general construction, civil transport and commercial construction, power systems, government, primary industries and marine.
We have more than 3,500 employees across 23 business service centres throughout Queensland, Northern Territory, Papua New Guinea, the Solomon Islands and New Caledonia, with our headquarters based in Brisbane, Australia.
When you join our team at Hastings Deering, you’ll benefit from:
- Big Pay, Bigger Growth - Competitive hourly rates with competency-based pay rises PLUS regular scheduled increases under our current Enterprise Agreement.
- Body, Mind & Wallet Support - Free health checks, Employee Assistance Program, income protection insurance, and discounts at major retailers.
- World-Class Training - We’re one of only eight Caterpillar Centres of Excellence globally. Learn from the best in CAT and boost your skills.
- Career Paths That Work for You - Grow into leadership, technical specialist, or support service roles. At Hastings Deering, we align with YOUR goals.
- Security you can count on - Enjoy the stability of a long-term career with Hastings Deering, backed by global strength.
- Cutting Edge Tech - Get hands-on experience with the latest CAT technology as we shape the future of mining and heavy equipment solutions.
What you’ll need:
A successful teammate will have experience in:
- Trade qualified – relevant Trade Qualification in Automotive Mechanics, Mechanical Fitters, Fitter & Turners, or Diesel Fitters.
- Proven post‑trade experience – demonstrated minimum of 5 years’ post‑trade mechanical fitting experience.
- Hands‑on technical skills – solid disassembly and assembly experience across mechanical components.
- Technically proficient – computer literate with experience using Caterpillar systems, including SIS.
- Safety focused – strong commitment to maintaining a high standard of workplace health and safety.
- Flexible team operator – ability to work effectively within a team environment and independently when required.
- Well organised – excellent planning and organisational skills to manage tasks efficiently.
- Shift flexible – available to work rotating weekly day and afternoon shifts.
Interested? Here’s What’s Next:
If you’re interested in growing your career with a large OEM, we’d love to hear from you!
📌 Apply Now – click the button below.
📞 Enquiries: 1300 071 618
👤 Contact: Taylor Collett – Talent Acquisition Partner
Hastings Deering follows a Pre-Employment Process for all successful applicants, which includes two employment references, a National Police Check and a medical assessment. These checks are essential to your application, and your Talent Acquisition Partner will support you through the process.
