Diesel Motor Mechanic

The Trustee for the Reilly Pastoral Trust

RPC Dalby Pty Ltd is looking for a Diesel Motor Mechanic to keep the vehicles, plant and machinery across our piggery and farming operations running safely and reliably. This is a permanent, full-time role based in Dalby, looking after farm transport, feed trucks, tractors, feed mixers, generators and related equipment that support daily production.

What you'll do

• Inspect, service and repair diesel engines and mechanical components on trucks, tractors, feed mixers and farm equipment
• Diagnose engine, transmission, brake, electrical and hydraulic faults using diagnostic tools and testing equipment
• Carry out routine maintenance, including oil changes, filter replacements, lubrication and adjustments
• Dismantle and reassemble engines, gearboxes and other major mechanical components
• Repair or replace parts such as valves, pistons, bearings, brakes and steering components
• Test and tune engines for performance and fuel efficiency
• Maintain and repair air-conditioning, cooling and exhaust systems
• Calibrate, align and test systems to manufacturer and safety specifications
• Keep accurate service records and report maintenance schedules to your supervisor
• Assist with training and guiding apprentices and trade assistants
• Follow all WHS and biosecurity procedures on site

About you

• Certificate III in Heavy Commercial Vehicle Mechanical Technology or equivalent AQF qualification
• At least 1 year of relevant experience as a Diesel Motor Mechanic
• Good knowledge of diesel engine systems, diagnostics and agricultural machinery
• Able to read service manuals, wiring diagrams and technical specifications
• Current driver's licence [desirable / essential]
• Understanding of WHS and safe work procedures in a workshop or farm setting
• Reliable, punctual and proactive about preventing breakdowns
• Able to work independently and as part of a team
• Able to perform the inherent requirements of the role, including manual work in varying farm conditions
• Willing to follow farm biosecurity and animal welfare standards

Conditions

• Full-time, 38 hours per week, with overtime or weekend work at times during breakdowns or harvest
• Work in both the workshop and outdoor farm environments, with exposure to noise, dust and grease
• PPE and site safety and biosecurity requirements apply
• Competitive salary plus superannuation

About Company

RPC Dalby Pty Ltd is a Dalby-based pork producer, and the second largest pig producer in Queensland, supplying around 4,000 pigs a week to markets across Australia. We offer stable, long-term work in a growing regional business where safe work, animal welfare and biosecurity come first.

Work Type: Full time

Salary: $79500-82000

Job Publish: 29-09-2026

Job Expire: 29-10-2026

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