Westernport Roadlines is seeking interested applicants for one qualified heavy diesel or petrol mechanic.
Heavily committed to school bus runs, school charter, private charter & rail replacement services, the company runs a significant number of buses and coaches throughout the eastern fringes of Melbourne, including the Bayside and Mornington Peninsula area as well as the South Gippsland region.
Main Duties:
- Heavy mechanical rebuilds, suspension, heavy mechanical and equipment repair work as required to keep our fleet secure and reliable in the field
- Bus Safety checks & Servicing to accreditation standards
- Participate in periodic bus roadworthy checks.
- Trouble shoot vehicle breakdown issues.
- Perform hydraulic and pneumatic system diagnostics.
- Electrical and air-conditioning systems diagnostics and repair as per qualification & experience
- Mentor and support upcoming trainee mechanical staff
Requirements:
- Appropriate heavy diesel qualifications and at least 3 years demonstrated experience is required
- Basic computer literacy
- Able to work as part of a team with our existing mechanics and maintenance team as well as individually.
- Attention to detail & safe work practices
- Willing to obtain a Heavy vehicle license.
- Must be willing to join the after-hours on call roster.
- Driver accreditation (DC), We will also work with suitable candidates to obtain a driver accreditation (DC).