Select how often (in days) to receive an alert: Create Alert

6 Aug 2026

Heavy Vehicle Road Transport Mechanic

Forrestdale | Local, Stable Role with Great Work-Life Balance

We’re looking for a reliable and experienced Heavy Vehicle Road Transport Mechanic to join our team at our modern South Metro Depot in Forrestdale, conveniently located near Tonkin Highway.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who values working close to home, enjoys a consistent routine, and wants to be part of a supportive, down-to-earth team environment.

Your Day-to-Day

In this hands-on role, you’ll help keep our fleet running safely and reliably, working on a variety of heavy vehicles and plant equipment.

Key responsibilities:

- Diagnosing faults and carrying out repairs
- Performing scheduled servicing and preventative maintenance
- Completing inspections and safety checks

What makes you a great fit?

- Trade qualification (AQF3) in Heavy Duty Mechanics, Auto Electrics, or Mechanical Fitting
- Solid experience working with heavy vehicles or plant equipment
- Confidence in diagnostics, hydraulics, and low-voltage electrical systems
- A team-focused attitude with a strong work ethic
- Current WA ‘C’ Class Driver’s Licence (essential)
- HR Licence
- EWP, Dogging, or Forklift tickets

What You’ll Get in Return

- Fortnightly RDO to support your lifestyle
- In-house uniform laundering




- Access to end-of-trip facilities at our Perth office and South Metro Depot, perfect for cyclists.
- On-site café available for convenient meals and refreshments throughout the day.
- Over 50% of our employment opportunities are driven by career progression.
- Fortnightly RDO
- The opportunity to purchase up to four weeks of additional leave per year.
- Access to salary packaging, social club activities, and discounted health insurance and gym membership.
- An award-winning employee recognition and benefits programme.
- An creative team culture that's enabling the transition to renewable energy and decarbonisation.
- In addition to standard leave, enjoy two wellness leave days each year.

At Western Power, we’re proud to offer a workplace where people can build a long and rewarding career at their own pace, while maintaining time for family, hobbies, and life outside of work.

We value diversity and inclusivity, encouraging applications from all backgrounds, including women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and LGBTQIA+ communities.As aWORK180 -endorsed employer for women, we are proud of our commitment to inclusion. You can learn more about this through ourReconciliation Action Plan andDisability Access and Inclusion Plan.

#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Mechanical Tradesperson - SMD (Armadale)
🏢 Western Power
📍 Armadale