Motor Mechanic / Mechanical Fitter (Heavy Diesel & Light Stream)

Sector: Public Sector / Local Government

Work Type: Full-Time (Initial 3 months)

About the Role

We are currently seeking an experienced Motor Mechanic / Mechanical Fitter to join our public sector client's Fleet & Operations team. In this role, you will be responsible for servicing, maintaining, and repairing a diverse fleet of council assets-ranging from heavy diesel plant and trucks through to commercial mowers and small engine equipment.

This position plays a critical operational role in keeping downtime to a minimum while ensuring all vehicles and machinery meet original equipment manufacturer (OEM) specifications and Roadworthy Certificate (RWC) standards.

Key Responsibilities

- Fleet Maintenance & Servicing: Perform routine servicing, diagnostic troubleshooting, and complex mechanical repairs on heavy diesel vehicles, municipal plant, light commercial vehicles, and small plant equipment (e.g., mowers, chainsaws, brushcutters).

- Fault Diagnosis & Hydraulics: Conduct computer diagnostics, hydraulic servicing, structural welding, and minor fabrication work.

- Breakdown & Operational Support: Assist with emergency breakdown call-outs as required to ensure core community services remain operational.

- Parts & Workshop Management: Order spare parts in accordance with procurement guidelines, maintain workshop cleanliness,



and manage tool serviceability.

- Mentorship & Safety: Provide on-the-job guidance to apprentices and work experience students while strictly adhering to WHS standards, SWMS, and Safe Operating Procedures.

What You Need to Succeed

- Trade Qualification: Cert III or IV in Automotive / Mechanical (Heavy Diesel Stream highly regarded) or post-trades mechanical qualification.

- Technical Expertise: Demonstrated background in diesel engine diagnostics, hydraulic systems, welding, and small plant/equipment maintenance.

- Licences: Current valid Victorian Driver's Licence (Heavy Rigid (HR) licence and/or Forklift/Loader tickets are highly desirable).

- Autonomy & Safety: Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, apply sound diagnostic judgment, and prioritize workplace health and safety.

- Communication: Transparent communication skills to liaise with suppliers, internal operators, and team coordinators.

What's on Offer

- Diverse Fleet Exposure: Work across a broad mix of heavy plant, municipal trucks, light vehicles, and turf equipment.

- Safety-First Culture: Join a structured public sector environment committed to high safety standards and modern workshop tooling.

- Consistent Hours: Enjoy structured shifts, great work-life balance, and competitive pay rates.

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📌 Motor Mechanic/Mechanical Fitter (Heavy Diesel & Light Stream) (Dandenong)
🏢 Randstad
📍 Dandenong