Surat Basin Mechanical & Engineering Miles

27/08/2026

It's been a hectic week and we need another hand with general labouring and cleaning, picking up vehicles and helping out in both the Workshop as well as our Outdoors business.
This role offers plenty of variety but please note, it does involve heavy lifting.
Please don't apply unless you hold a MANUAL DRIVERS LICENCE.
For further information, please pop on down to the workshop or nursery or email your resume through to [email protected]

17/08/2026

Motor Mechanic positions available at Surat Basin Mechanical & Engineering.

We are offering a full time position working Monday to Friday keeping your weekends free to fish, hunt or just unwind.

We offer a wide range of work so your not just stuck doing the same thing every day.
Light vehicle and truck serving and repairs
Small engines including mowers and pumps
Boom lift and scissor lift repairs and inspections
Generator servicing and repairs
Forklifts and telehandlers
Outboard motors
Welding
Auto electrical
Interlock installations

If you are mechanically minded with recent work experience or trade qualified looking for a change, we would love to hear from you.

You must hold a manual drivers licence and live locally in Miles.
For further details please email your resume to [email protected]

27/07/2026

Oil Price Increase.....

Unfortunately we can no longer absorb the several increases in oil pricing occurred over the past months.
As of 28th July, all oil and related products will have a 25% increase to cover the transport levy's and oil surcharges that we have been covering.

Our suppliers have informed that it is only going to get worse over the coming months so please stay tuned for up dates.

19/05/2026

Perfect for the handy man that wants to build his own trailer or do a full upgrade to your current trailer
Total package for sale
Fish plates
U bolts and nuts
Moulded mud guards
Trailer hitch and mount plate
Pre-assembled axle, hubs and electric brakes
Axle 45 square, 1830mm long
Hand brake cable kit
Hangers and bolts
6 leaf spring kits rated to 1500kg
10 inch electric brakes assembled with 10 inch ford drums
8 inch jockey wheel
Zinc chain and D shackle
14 inch Sunraysia rims with 185R14 LT tyres
Total $1800
Drop in to discuss a deal

18/05/2026

The new hoist has arrived and we are now seeking another mechanic to use it.

We have a full time position available for a motor mechanic or someone with mechanical experience willing to further their skills to a trade. If you would like to find out more details please drop your resume into Surat Basin Mechanical or email [email protected]

23/12/2025

Employment opportunity for Miles local with a mechanical background to help around the workshop and vehicles deliveries.

Open to semi retired, a young school lever looking for an automotive apprenticeship or a mechanically minded person willing to advance their learning on a range of vehicles and machinery.

You will need a manual drivers licence and be self motivate to show up to work everyday to work in a busy workshop environment.

Position starts early January.

Please email resumes to [email protected]

25/11/2025

Full time position for Motor Mechanic at Surat Basin Mechanical.

We are offering a full time position working Monday to Friday for a trade qualified motor mechanic and auto electrician.

Ideally you will have at least a minimum of 2 years post trade and experience in mechanical and electrical diagnostics and repairs.
You would require an open manual drivers licence and an industry white card.

A great variety of work so you would not be bogged down just spinning filters doing the same thing every day.

We work on motor vehicles, forklifts, telehandlers, EWP's, small engines, outboard motors, trailers and much more.

A great opportunity t learn new skills with field service and workshop opportunities.

For further detail please send your resume into [email protected] or drop into 22 Murilla Street, Miles with your resume

03/06/2025

Full time positions available for Trade qualified motor mechanics at Surat Basin Mechanical & Engineering.
A great opportunity to work on a range of vehicles, machinery, small engines and some field work.
Must have previous service and diagnostics experience on light vehicles, hold a manual drivers licence and be self motivated and able to work in a team or alone.
Offering a 40 hour week Monday to Friday with overtime when required.

We are also looking for a mechanically minded person with a manual drivers licence to help with vehicle collections, pressure washing and a general hand around the workshop.

Please drop your resume into the office at Miles 4x4 & Outdoors, 22 Murilla Street, Miles
ph 4627 2660

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19/05/2025

Surat Basin Mechanical is closed for the Miles Show holiday 20th May. We will be back to normal hours on Wednesday 21st May

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