Light Vehicle Workshop Mechanic
Be home with your family every night with no FIFO!
The Role
Diverse Asset Maintenance Services is a long-standing, all services maintenance business in Mackay, known for providing exceptional service to a wide range of clients. Our services include servicing multiple contracts with business & Government across outdoor maintenance (parks, gardens & road-side mowing, whipper-snipping, etc), qualified arborist tree work and commercial cleaning.
We are seeking a qualified skilled and reliable Light Vehicle Mechanic to join our dynamic team and pro-actively manage the ongoing maintenance of our fleet of plant & equipment. You will be based at our Slade Point Mackay Workshop and play a critical role in managing the maintenance & repair of a wide range of vehicles & machinery.
If you’re a passionate mechanic looking to work in a reputable well-resourced workshop with a supportive team, we’d love to hear from you! Please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your qualifications and experience to **@damservices.com.au. Diverse Asset Maintenance Services is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity & meritocracy in the workplace. Applications will be accepted until 27/9/24. We look forward to reviewing your application!
Qualifications & Experience
* Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology (or equivalent qualification).
* Min 3 years’ experience working in a similar role.
* Proven experience in light vehicle servicing and repair.
* Strong diagnostic skills and mechanical aptitude.
* Ability to work both independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
* A current open (manual) driver’s licence is mandatory and HR/ MR truck licence would be favourably viewed.
* Forklift licence.
* Excellent communication skills, with a customer-focused approach.
* A high attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality workmanship.
* Demonstrable experience in establishing and maintaining mutually beneficial internal and external relationships.
* Proven stakeholder and customer engagement with a high degree of professionalism and confidence.
* Experience in managing the maintenance of a small fleet with appropriate record keeping, including preparing weekly reports to management.
* Extensive experience in leading and working within a team environment aimed at achieving shared goals and objectives.
* A keen and natural ability in the leveraging of talent in others… specifically mentoring an incumbent 3rd year mechanical apprentice.
* Possess innovative and positive methods to encourage positivity and motivation enabling your team to reach their goals and shine.
* A passion for personal and professional growth with a great element of pride in your work.
Tasks & Responsibilities
* Performing routine maintenance and repairs on our fleet of vehicles (incl. cars & utes, light trucks, wood chippers, stump grinders, digger/loaders, zero-turn mowers & whipper-snippers), including brakes, suspension, engines, and transmissions, etc.
* Formulate & manage a schedule of routine maintenance, as well as any identified mechanical faults, defects, etc… and report findings to management for use in budgeting, etc.
* Liaising with suppliers.
* Managing outsourced larger jobs with suppliers.
* Diagnosing mechanical issues and providing accurate solutions.
* Conducting vehicle inspections and ensuring compliance with safety standards.
* Ordering necessary parts and ensuring timely completion of repairs.
* Collaborating with the Admin & Operations Teams to schedule jobs and provide updates.
* Providing excellent customer service, including explaining vehicle issues & repair solutions to Team.
* Keeping up to date with the latest vehicle technologies and repair techniques.
Benefits
* Competitive salary, commensurate with experience.
* Opportunity for overtime.
* Supportive and inclusive work environment with a medium-size, friendly team.
* Work hours flexible and typically 7:00am – 3:00pm Mon – Fri (with ½ hr unpaid meal break).
Employer Questions
Your application will include responses to the following questions:
· Do you have the right to work in Australia?
· How many years' experience do you have as a Light Vehicle Mechanic?
· Do you have experience with maintaining a fleet of plant & machinery?
· How much notice are you required to give your current employer?
· Do you have a current open Queensland driver's licence?
· Do you own or have regular access to a vehicle (for getting to & from work)?