Overview
Busways is seeking a highly experienced Mechanic to lead a team on a daily basis and support creative practices in fleet maintenance. Location: Kincumber Depot.
Role Responsibilities
- Diagnosing, inspecting, reconditioning, repairing, assembling the fleet and ensuring safety, quality and Busways standards are followed at all times.
- Maintaining all company vehicles and assets in accordance with Manufacturer's guidelines.
- Ensuring all maintenance work is performed according to company procedures.
- Attend breakdowns and carry out field related mechanical repairs.
- Communicate safety or maintenance issues effectively and efficiently.
- Adhere to Work, Health & Safety requirements while performing duties.
- Maintain clean workshop practices.
- Report and repair all accident damage as required.
- Perform ad-hoc tasks and other duties as directed.
Qualifications
- Hold the relevant trade qualifications (MVTC) essential.
- Certificate III in commercial vehicle mechanical technology or above; or equivalent with 4–5 years post-apprenticeship experience in a similar role would be highly regarded.
- Experience in service and maintenance of vehicles (training provided).
- Adherence to WHS regulations and company policies; strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Experience working in a team on daily maintenance and repair schedules; proactive approach with drive for continuous improvement.
- Physically fit and willing to undergo a pre-employment medical check and Working with Children check.
- Australian citizenship, permanent residency or unrestricted working rights; current unrestricted Australian drivers licence.
Highly Regarded But Not Necessary
- Medium Rigid (MR) or above Australian driver’s licence.
- Heavy vehicle diesel mechanic experience (training provided).
Benefits
- Earning Potential: $100,000+ including reasonable overtime loading and generous allowances (excluding super).
- Hourly rate: $35.38 - $42.44 per hour, depending on skills and experience.
- Tool Allowance: $17.90 payable weekly.
- Attendance Allowance: $32 payable on rostered worked hours.
- Annual Leave loading: 17.5%.
- Sign-On Bonus: $2,000 (T&C; apply).
- Ongoing Training and Development: In-house Heavy Vehicle Brake courses by a registered TAFE teacher.
- Exposure to Advanced Technologies: Work on a range of vehicles, including Euro 5 & 6 technologies.
- Licence Upgrade Opportunities: Upgrade from car licence to MR licence, with costs covered by the company.
- Career progression: Opportunities to fulfil higher duties or undertake additional roles.
- Benefit Programs: Fitness passport, Novated Lease options, Employee Assistance Programs and more.
- Team environment: Close-knit, team-oriented with quarterly BBQs for celebrations.
- Employee Referral Programs: Cash bonus for referrals.
- Employee OPAL card: Free travel on the Opal network for employees.
Application
If you believe this is the perfect role for you, please apply by submitting a resume and a cover letter addressing your suitability. Applications can be submitted by clicking “Apply Now” or sending an email to
For any queries about the role please contact the Regional Assets Manager, Fleet: Troy Newell on.
Busways is committed to being an Equal Opportunity Employer, with a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We encourage applications from all individuals, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and those from diverse backgrounds.
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