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Heavy Diesel Mechanics Wanted - FIFO & Local Geraldton Opportunities Available
  
Whether you prefer site-based work or being home most nights, Red Dust Holdings (RDH) has opportunities to suit your lifestyle.


We’re a privately owned Civil Construction, Heavy Haulage and Mining Services business based in Geraldton, WA, with projects across Western Australia. We value hard work, straight-up communication, and backing our team.
Our core values of Honesty, Respect and Integrity underpin everything we do. We genuinely value our employees and understand our team is our biggest asset, therefore we offer excellent conditions and long-term opportunities for the right people.


ABOUT THE ROLES
RDH are seeking experienced Heavy Diesel Mechanics for:

• FIFO project-based roles (various WA sites, rostered swings)
• Local Geraldton workshop-based roles with site deployments as required

  
In these roles, you will:

• Perform planned preventative and breakdown maintenance on Civil and Mining mobile plant
• Diagnose and troubleshoot faults across a diverse fleet
• Work across an expansive range of Heavy Earthmoving Equipment (300+ RDH-owned assets)
• Maintain equipment to ensure reliability and sustainable operations
• Work independently on site or collaboratively within the workshop team

  
SKILLS, EXPERIENCE AND ABILITIES

• Experience across Heavy Mobile Plant, Trucks and Trailers
• Strong diagnostic and fault-finding capability
• Ability to work independently in fast-paced environments
• Flexible and adaptable mindset
• Solutions-focused approach
• Professional, safe and timely work practices
• Strong communication skills
• Currently located in WA with full Australian working rights
• Ability to pass pre-employment medical, drug & alcohol screening
• Satisfactory National Police Clearance

  
EDUCATION, LICENCES AND TRAINING

• Australian-recognised Trade Qualification (Heavy Diesel / Mobile Plant)
• Valid Australian HR Driver’s License
• Construction Induction (White/Blue Card)
• Mobile Plant Technology Trade (highly regarded)
• Air-conditioning license & experience (highly regarded)

  
WHY WORK FOR RED DUST HOLDINGS?

• Permanent full-time employment
• Job security with a strong, consistent pipeline of work
• Well-maintained, late-model equipment
• Variety across civil, mining, haulage, and heavy earthmoving fleets
• FIFO & Local flexibility – choose the lifestyle that suits you
• Competitive rates based on experience
• Weekly pay + superannuation paid on all hours worked
• Strong team culture – you’re not just a number
• Direct communication with decision-makers
• Career progression opportunities
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Genuine recognition and respect

  
If you’re a skilled Heavy Diesel Mechanic looking for FIFO opportunities or stable local work in Geraldton, we want to hear from you.
  
APPLY NOW and join a team that values quality workmanship, loyalty and getting the job done right.

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