**Mechanic Role Overview**
This is a unique opportunity for an experienced mechanic to join our team as we continue to strive towards being industry leaders in the maintenance of our fleet.
We are seeking a highly skilled individual who is reliable and passionate about leading a team on a daily basis. The successful candidate will be responsible for diagnosing, inspecting, reconditioning, repairing, assembling the fleet and ensuring safety, quality and standards are followed at all times.
The role requires excellent communication skills, a proactive approach and a drive for continuous improvement. You will work in a close-knit team environment with quarterly social events to celebrate together.
In this role, you will have the opportunity to develop your skills and knowledge through ongoing training and development, including in-house Heavy Vehicle Brake courses presented by a registered TAFE teacher.
As a Mechanic at our Kincumber Depot, you will have access to a range of vehicles, including Euro 5 & 6 technologies, and will be able to upgrade from a car licence to MR licence with costs covered by the company.
We offer a competitive hourly rate, tool allowance, attendance allowance, annual leave loading and generous allowances, excluding super.
Key Responsibilities:
* Diagnose, inspect, recondition, repair, assemble the fleet and ensure safety, quality and standards are followed at all times.
* Maintain all company vehicles and assets in accordance with Manufacturer's guidelines.
* Ensure all maintenance work is performed according to company procedures.
* Attend breakdowns and carry out any field-related mechanical repairs.
* Effectively and efficiently communicate any safety or maintenance issues.
* Adhere to all Work, Health & Safety requirements while performing work duties.
* Maintain clean workshop practices.
* Report and repair all accident damage as required.
* Perform ad-hoc tasks and other duties as directed.
Required Skills and Qualifications:
* Hold the relevant trade qualifications (MVTC) essential.
* Certificate III in commercial vehicle mechanical technology or above, but will consider Certificate III in light vehicle mechanical technology with 4 - 5 years post-apprenticeship experience in a similar role with the same level of responsibilities highly regarded.
* Experience in the service and maintenance of vehicles (training provided to develop these skills).
* Ensure adherence and understanding to WHS regulations and relevant company policies.
* Possess strong verbal and written communication skills.
* Have experience working in a team environment on daily maintenance and repair schedules.
* Apply a proactive approach with a drive for continuous improvement.
* Be physically fit to carry out the necessities of the role.
* Be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or have unrestricted working rights in Australia.
* Hold a current Unrestricted Australian drivers license issued by the relevant State.
Benefits:
* Competitive hourly rate.
* Tool allowance.
* Attendance allowance.
* Annual leave loading.
* Generous allowances, excluding super.
Ongoing Training and Development:
We provide ongoing training and development opportunities, including in-house Heavy Vehicle Brake courses presented by a registered TAFE teacher.
Exposure to Advanced Technologies:
You will have the opportunity to work on a range of vehicles, including Euro 5 & 6 technologies.
Licence Upgrade Opportunities:
Upgrade from a car licence to MR licence with costs covered by the company.
Career Progression:
We encourage career advancement and offer opportunities to take on higher duties or additional roles.
Team Environment:
Work in a close-knit team environment with quarterly social events to celebrate together.
Employee Referral Programs:
Opportunity to earn a cash bonus for successfully referring qualified candidates for selected positions.
About Us:
We are committed to being an Equal Opportunity Employer, with a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve.
We value, recognise and appreciate that our employees are the driving force behind our success, allowing us to thrive.
We offer a supportive and inclusive work environment where you can expect to work alongside leaders and colleagues with diverse skills and knowledge to share.