At Hamilton Island, no two days are the same. As part of our Vehicle Workshop team, you'll work across a diverse fleet of buses, trucks, earthmoving equipment, cranes, generators and specialist machinery that keep one of Australia's most iconic island destinations operating smoothly.
Whether your experience is primarily with buses, trucks or other heavy vehicles, we're looking for someone who is motivated, enjoys problem-solving and takes pride in keeping essential equipment operating safely and efficiently. This is a unique opportunity to work in a busy workshop and broaden your experience across a wide range of assets. Whether you're already living locally or ready for a sea change, this is a chance to bring your skills to a unique environment and build a lifestyle most people only dream about.
And when the workday is done, enjoy everything island life has to offer – from swimming, fishing and boating to exploring the Great Barrier Reef and Whitsunday Islands. With year-round sunshine, palm trees, beautiful beaches and a vibrant community, Hamilton Island offers a lifestyle that's a world away from city traffic, FIFO rosters and long commutes.
Work on a diverse fleet – gain exposure to buses, trucks, earthmoving plant, cranes, generators and specialised equipment
Continue developing your skills – expand your experience across a broad range of assets in a unique operational environment
Be part of a great team – work alongside experienced tradespeople in a collaborative and supportive workshop culture
Enjoy work-life balance – benefit from a 9-day fortnight roster with more time to enjoy life outside of work
Live in paradise – enjoy island living with access to everyday essentials including a grocery store, school, gym, medical centre, post office and airport
Access fantastic benefits – subsidised furnished staff accommodation, staff discounts across dining and island activities, ferry concessions and more
Easy to get to – fly direct from major Australian cities or take a short 30-minute ferry from Airlie Beach
Service, maintain and repair a variety of heavy vehicles, plant and equipment
Diagnose faults and perform repairs to minimise downtime and maximise fleet reliability
Complete preventative maintenance and scheduled servicing activities
Ensure all work is carried out safely and in accordance with company and regulatory standards
Maintain accurate service and maintenance records
Collaborate with the wider workshop team to support operational requirements across the island
You're a reliable and safety-focused mechanic who enjoys variety, takes pride in delivering high-quality work and values being part of a collaborative team. You have strong fault-finding skills, a proactive approach to maintenance and problem-solving, and a willingness to learn and work across a diverse range of assets.
A team-oriented mindset, to contribute to a positive workshop culture; and whether your background is primarily in buses, trucks, earthmoving equipment or other specific heavy vehicles background, you're motivated to expand your skills and take on new challenges across our unique fleet.
Australian recognised trade qualification in Heavy Vehicle Mechanics, Diesel Fitting or similar
Minimum 4 years' post-trade experience
Experience maintaining and repairing heavy vehicles and mobile plant
Strong diagnostic and fault-finding capability
HR driver's licence and current manual driver's licence (essential)
Ability to obtain and maintain an Aviation Security Identification Card (ASIC)
Forklift licence (desirable)
Our mission is to share the wonder of Hamilton Island with the world by creating wonder-filled experiences for our guests, employees and community.
Every team member plays an important role in keeping our island operating and delivering exceptional experiences. From our resorts and marina to our airport and infrastructure, our teams work together to support a thriving island community in one of Australia's most unique locations.
If you're looking for a role that combines technical variety, continuous learning, a supportive team environment and an exceptional island lifestyle, we'd love to hear from you.
