About CMV Truck and Bus
CMV Truck & Bus are the Victorian dealer for Volvo Group Australia (Mack, Volvo and UD Trucks) and have over 500 employees with 8 main dealerships across Victoria. We sell trucks and buses and provide service and parts for our complete range as the authorized dealer network.
CMV Truck and Bus is a subsidiary of the CMV family-owned group of companies and are proud to be a privately owned Australian based company, with over 91 years of operation and experience. We have over 2,100 staff nationally and continue to grow, promoting from within and working with some of the best in the business.
Join Our Team as a Volvo Penta Technician!
Industrial Power Systems is a trusted partner for Volvo Penta industrial engine solutions, delivering performance, reliability, and sustainability to our customers. We are now seeking an experienced someone to join our team in a field based role, working primarily at customer sites. If you’re a confident, customer focused technician who thrives working independently, this is an opportunity to build a rewarding career with the CMV Group.
About the Role
As a Volvo Penta Technician, you will:
- Attend customer sites to carry out diagnostics, repairs, and commissioning of heavy diesel and mobile plant equipment.
- Perform fault-finding across engine, electrical, hydraulic, driveline, cooling, fuel, aftertreatment (where applicable), and control systems.
- Provide breakdown response and restore equipment to safe operational condition with minimal downtime.
- Perform predelivery inspections & fitout works on new engines prior to delivery
- Complete scheduled servicing in accordance with OEM specifications and internal service standards.
- Conduct pre-service and post-repair inspections, including operational and safety checks.
- Identify and report wear, damage, and emerging issues to prevent failures.
- Use diagnostic tools, laptops, service software, and technical documentation to troubleshoot effectively.
- Accurately document job cards, timesheets, service reports, and parts usage.
- Provide clear technical communication to customers, supervisors, and support teams.
What We Offer
- Fully equipped service vehicle
- Competitive above award wages, plus tool allowance, overalls, and full PPE
- Free tool insurance
- Free mid year dinner dance for you + a guest
- Free Christmas hamper and family event with gifts for children under 12
- Corporate discounts on health and life insurance
- Opportunity to work with industry leading brands
- Be part of the CMV Group, offering genuine long term career pathways
About You
To be successful, you will have experience with:
- Diesel engine diagnostics and repairs
- Electrical systems and basic electronic diagnostics
- Preventative maintenance and condition assessment
- Port equipment (reach stackers/straddles) and heavy material-handling.
- Crushing/screening plant.
- Familiarity with diesel generator service and load-testing concepts.
- OEM training and diagnostic tool experience (Volvo Penta preferred).
You will need to hold:
- Trade qualification: Diesel Mechanic / Plant Mechanic / Heavy Vehicle Mechanic (or equivalent).
- Drivers Licence
- High Risk Work Licence - desirable (e.g., LF/LO/EWP/Dogging/Rigging depending on sites).
- Forklift Licence
At CMV Truck & Bus, we believe our people are our greatest asset. Our success is highly driven by our core values; Safety First, Can Do, Ask The Question, Do the Right Thing and Mutual Respect. We apply these in equal measures to not only our employees but also our customers and the community.
If you have the skills and experience necessary and want to become an important part of our successful team, then please click "Apply" to submit your cover letter and resume.
Current CMV employees, please apply through your internal career site.
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