Looking for something a little different and enjoy travelling? Enjoy the surrounds of Kangaroo Island with flexible work arrangements available.
We require a Diesel Mechanic to service our Kangaroo Island and Adelaide fleet. It may include occasional weekend work if any breakdowns occur. Work with an established team that will support your day-to-day operations. This role reports to the Coach Operations Manager.
You will be required to travel to Kangaroo Island regularly as we tour all year round. Accommodation is provided.
About the role
The primary function of the Coach Maintenance Mechanic is to provide effective routine and breakdown maintenance on all SeaLink vehicles (coaches) to the highest standards as per all statutory requirements.
This hands-on role will supervise and control all workshop activities, maintain the fleet and prepare vehicle reports.
You will be required to meet or exceed key performance indicators whilst displaying very high levels of work ethic, commitment, and professionalism. Predominantly working by yourself you will have autonomy, supported by the Coach Operations Manager.
The position can be either permanent, part-time, or full-time and will require you to be available over weekends should a breakdown or call-out occur (on minimal occasions).
About You
* Proven experience working in a mechanical field - preferably buses
* Strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills
* Broad mechanical skills with emphasis on coach maintenance
* Strong organizational and planning skills
* Practical Initiative and problem-solving skills
These key requirements will be complimented by experience and skills in the following areas:
* Formal diesel mechanic qualification - Essential
* Computer skills including Microsoft Word and Excel - Essential
* Previous experience working on diesel vehicles, coaches preferred - Essential
* Previous experience in the supervision of a mechanical workshop - Desirable
* An understanding of the passenger transport, tourism or hospitality industries - Highly desirable
Success in this role requires commitment, careful planning, initiative, problem-solving and decision-making, teamwork, multi-skilling, and critical time management skills.
Don't delay Applications will close once a suitable applicant is found.
SeaLink Marine and Tourism is part of the Kelsian Group - Australia's largest integrated land and marine, tourism and public transport service provider with established international operations in London and Singapore.
We aim to provide meaningful and sustainable employment opportunities that are free from barriers, support and celebrate the diverse talents of our team members, improve awareness of the value of diversity and inclusion across our organisation, and enable our leaders to champion diversity and inclusion. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTQIA+, people with disability and people from diverse cultural backgrounds.