Why Queensland Fire Department?
Are you ready to ignite your career? Join us as a Heavy Vehicle Motor Mechanic.
Whether you’re just starting your career, or bring a wealth of experience, we welcome you to apply for this great opportunity!
Enjoy a role, where you can contribute to the community, and go home to be with your family at night!
At the Queensland Fire Department (QFD), our mechanics play a vital role behind the scenes – conducting repairs and maintenance on all heavy, medium and light commercial fleet assets ensuring they meet the complex environment in which they are deployed and utilised.
Your opportunity
As a Heavy Vehicle Motor Mechanic in our Fleet Maintenance location of Yatala for QFD you will play in key role in the organisation by bringing your knowledge, experience and drive to serve the community to QFD.
Based at Yatala on the Gold Coast, you will;
* Undertake servicing, repairs and maintenance of fire appliances, including associated ancillary equipment and systems to ensure they comply with the heavy vehicle legislation, regulations and the Act.
* Service and/or repair, or maintenance of firefighting systems/pumping systems and other associated equipment to meet the manufacturer's specifications.
* Competently and safely use hand and special tools and electronic diagnostic equipment, ensuring all work is carried out in compliance with Workplace Health and Safety requirements.
* Participate in ongoing manufacturer and in-house training to maintain competencies and operate in a team environment.
* Diagnose faults, including electrical for fire appliance fleet repair and maintenance, including use of electronic diagnostic equipment and/or road tests.
* Perform tasks involving the use of computers and or electronic devices, update parts inventories, parts listings and job sheets via an electronic Fleet Maintenance System.
* Communicate with the Workshop Supervisor regarding the general condition of fire appliances and associated equipment at the completion of each maintenance exercise.
What you’ll bring
We want to hear from you if you have;
* Current Medium Rigid drivers licence (or ability to obtain)
* Trade qualification - Level 1 Motor Mechanic (Heavy Vehicle Stream) and/or skills and experience in heavy motor mechanic environment
* Interest in serving our community
How to Apply
To apply for this role, please click the apply button to be directed to the QFD Careers website and:
* Submit a current resume outlining your work history and achievements
* Submit a cover letter (maximum two pages) telling why this position interests you
Applications must be submitted online by clicking the green Apply Online button to QFD Recruitment system Nexus