We are seeking an experienced and reliable Heavy Vehicle Mechanic to join our growing team. This role involves the maintenance, servicing, and repair of trailers and heavy vehicles within a busy transport workshop environment.
Key Responsibilities and Job Description:
- Detecting and diagnosing faults in engines and parts
- Dismantling and removing engine assemblies, transmissions, steering mechanisms and other components, and checking parts
- Repairing and replacing worn and defective parts and reassembling mechanical components, and referring to service manuals as needed
- Performing scheduled maintenance services, such as oil changes, lubrications and engine tune-ups, to achieve smoother running of vehicles and ensure compliance with pollution regulations
- Reassembling engines and parts after being repaired
- Testing and adjusting mechanical parts after being repaired for proper performance
- Diagnosing and testing parts with the assistance of computers
- May inspect vehicles and issue roadworthiness certificates or detail work required to achieve roadworthiness
- Change tyres
- Ensure all work is completed to a high standard and in line with safety requirements
- Maintain accurate service records and reports
- Work collaboratively with workshop staff and management to meet operational needs
- Change tyres
- Ensure all work is completed to a high standard and in line with safety requirements
- Maintain accurate service records and reports
- Work collaboratively with workshop staff and management to meet operational needs
Requirements:
- Current Driver's Licence (essential)
- Certificate III in Heavy Vehicle or Commercial Trailer Servicing and Repairs (essential)
- Proven experience in servicing and repairing heavy vehicles and trailers minimum of 2 years
- Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail
- Strong diagnostic skills
- Ability to work independently and within a team environment
- Must have own tools
Desirable:
- Forklift Licence
- Working at Heights and EWP tickets
Why Join Us:
- Competitive hourly rate
- Double Time paid for all weekend work
- Work hours flexible for right candidates
- Supportive team environment with ongoing work
- Opportunity to work with a reputable and growing transport company
If you're a skilled mechanic or trailer fitter looking for a stable role within a great team, we'd love to hear from you!
Pay: $45.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
