Diesel Mechanic

Employment Details
Date Added:
17-Apr-2025

Closing Date:
4-May-2025 12:00 AM

Join Our Team to enjoy a unique island setting, work-life balance with access to unparalleled outdoor activities including fishing, hunting, and more while getting paid well.

If you are an experienced Deisel Mechanic looking for this type of balance in your life, Tiwi Islands Regional Council wants you to join our family on Bathurst and Melville Islands!

About Us

Tiwi Islands Regional Council is the heart of community support and infrastructure on Bathurst and Melville Islands. As a lead organisation in maintaining essential community services, we are dedicated to ensuring the smooth operation of our island's infrastructure to serve our vibrant community.

The islands are home to the Tiwi people, who have a strong affiliation with their land and waterways along with distinctive culture and language. There are school and medical facilities on the islands, with regular plane, passenger ferry and barge services operating to Darwin.

Role

Your work base will at one of our communities on either Bathurst or Melville Islands

You will be part of team involved with developing and implementing preventative maintenance and servicing programs along with conducting repairs on a wide range of heavy equipment and / or vehicles.

You

You must be a qualified Diesel Mechanic with broad maintenance experience covering earthmoving equipment to off-road vehicles.

A current driver’s licence is essential.

We value people with excellent problem-solving and diagnostic skills, a positive attitude and those who display a total commitment to work safety and quality.

Perks

Working with Tiwi Islands Regional Council offers more than just a job; it's a lifestyle. Picture yourself exploring pristine beaches, casting a line for the catch of the day, or hunting amidst breathtaking landscapes during your downtime.

Relocation assistance and accommodation are available if you wish to reside on the Tiwi Islands.

Alternatively, we will consider flexible working arrangements including FIFO opportunities from Darwin.

There's also the money - the salary ranges between $7+,000 and $+4,000 per year.

Combine your passions with island living!

For further information about this role contact: Please send enquiries to People and Wellbeing at Tiwi Islands Regional Council on via recruitment@tiwiislands.nt.gov.au .