Diesel Fitter

Company :Hastings Deering (PNG) Limited

About Us:

Hastings Deering (PNG) Limited is one of the largest Caterpillar dealer networks in the world. We sell, service and support the complete range of Caterpillar machinery used in the mining, construction, agricultural, materials handling and government sectors. Over the last 70 years, we have built a reputation for hiring and developing the industry’s best and delivering an exemplary level of service to our customers and colleagues.

About the Role:

We currently have an excellent opportunity for a Diesel Fitter to join the Service Team based in our Lae Business Centre.

This role primarily exists to support the product sold through the Company by diligently carrying out service maintenance, repair and recondition jobs of all Caterpillar components and machinery as directed to a satisfactory standard of quality workmanship and in a timely manner.

Reporting to the Service Supervisor, you will be expected to:

Ensure safety goals are achieved through personal commitment, no harm to self or others and participation in safety initiatives.

Ensure customer expectations and service standards are understood and delivered within agreed timeframes.

Perform maintenance, repair, and recondition jobs on all equipment sold and/or serviced by the Company as directed by the Leading Hand or immediate supervisor.

Manage work tasks, including time-card entry and service reporting.

Research and consult the correct and latest service information systems for specific procedures, instructions, and specifications.

Identify possible areas of wastage and work towards continuous improvement.

About You:

You will bring the following skills and experience to the role:

Essential

Diesel Fitter Trade Qualification

Highly Regarded

Excellent communication skills, proven understanding of safe work practices.

Technical and product knowledge of Caterpillar equipment and operating systems.

Competency with using CAT SIS and ET.

Skills to effectively diagnose and repair electrical systems.

Competency in the repair, rebuild and maintenance of caterpillar components and equipment.

Current Class 3 or 6 Driving License

Genset / Marine engine experience.

Good computer, smart phone, tablet skills.

“This is a Lae based, Monday to Friday position.”

To express interest for this challenging and rewarding role, submit your application including current updated CV, copies of certificates, references, police clearance certificate and apply via Workday Career page.

To Apply: Click on the “Apply” button.

Enquiries: Please call our HR Team on

Only Shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Applications close Friday 10th May 2024.

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