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Small Engine Mechanic

16/10/2026
12/11/2026
$65,000.00 - $80,000.00
Permanent - Full Time
Darwin
Engineering,Trades & Services

About Sterling NT

At Sterling NT we believe in making a difference, making the Territory a better place for everyone living in it. At our core are values of respect, innovation, doing the right thing, and an enjoyable workplace. This starts with our staff.

As a business, we hire local contractors and suppliers wherever possible, take our environmental responsibilities seriously through world-class accreditations, and donate part of our profits back into real local causes with real outcomes. Growing our business through diversity, equality, and fair employment practices we have built a brilliant team of over 200Territorians. We’re trusted to maintain, clean, and construct some of the NT’s most prestigious and high-profile public spaces, government, and private enterprise offices and major events.

We’re looking for staff who are proud to live in The NT and want to be a part of making it a better place - and who aren’t afraid of putting in the hard yards to get things done. If what you’ve read so far excites you, read on.

Job Description

JOB OVERVIEW: Provide vehicle, machinery, and equipment maintenance across the Sterling NT fleet.

RESPONSIBILITIES OF THIS POSITION:

  • Repairs and preventative maintenance to maintain the Sterling NT fleet - Vehicles, trucks/tippers, machinery (skid steers, excavators, etc…), ride on mowers, small motor machinery (whipper snippers, blowers, chainsaws, etc..)
  • Identify potential issues that could cause greater problems and/or safety concern.
  • Communicate with operators to identify common issues that may reduce the efficiency and reliability of the fleet.
  • Carry out mechanical diagnosis.
  • Record keeping and reporting.
  • Assist in parts ordering and inventory.
  • Work independently
  • Management of own workload

Desired Skills and Experience

Essential:

  • Certificate 3 in automotive mechanical or equivalent
  • Good mechanical problem diagnostic skills.
  • Methodical thinking and an enquiring mind to consider and assess issues and possibilities.
  • Proven ability to plan, conduct and review all maintenance activities.
  • Decision making ability, dexterity and sufficient stamina and physical flexibility to perform tasks.
  • Sound knowledge of the machinery requirements in the company fleet.
  • Class C drivers’ licence.
  • Ability to work unsupervised.
  • Ability to work as part of a team.
  • Construction Induction card
  • A positive National Police Security Check Report
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