Job Description

Full-Time | $50–$60 per hour base rate + overtime | Modern Heavy Vehicle Fleet

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Hornby Transport Services is looking for an experienced Heavy Vehicle Mechanic to join our team at our Unanderra depot.

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This is a full-time opportunity working on a modern and wide-ranging fleet, including Kenworth, Western Star and Freightliner trucks, predominantly powered by Cummins engines, along with a range of tipper, flat-top and tautliner trailers.

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If you enjoy diagnosing faults, solving problems and working with a variety of heavy vehicles, this role offers the opportunity to work both independently and as part of a supportive team.

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What you'll be doing

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- Carrying out scheduled servicing and preventative maintenance on trucks and trailers
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- Diagnosing and repairing mechanical faults and breakdowns
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- Working on a variety of heavy vehicle makes and models
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- Attending breakdowns onsite and offsite when required
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- Identifying problems and developing practical repair solutions
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- Accurately recording parts used and work completed
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- Working safely and maintaining a high standard of workmanship
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- Working independently when required while contributing positively to the wider team
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What we offer

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- $40–$50 per hour base rate, depending on experience and skills
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- Overtime rates apply after 7.6 ordinary hours per day
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- Full-time, stable employment
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- Work on a modern and varied heavy vehicle fleet
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- Exposure to Kenworth, Western Star,



Freightliner and Cummins equipment
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- A combination of independent diagnostic work and teamwork
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- Uniforms supplied
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- The opportunity to develop your skills across a range of heavy vehicle equipment
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About you

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We're looking for a qualified Heavy Vehicle Mechanic who takes pride in their work and can diagnose and repair faults efficiently.

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You will ideally have:

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- Heavy Vehicle Mechanic trade qualification
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- Minimum 3 years' post-trade experience
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- HR or higher driver's licence
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- Strong diagnostic and problem-solving skills
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- Good attention to detail and time management
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- The ability to work autonomously and as part of a team
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- Good written and verbal communication skills
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- The ability to accurately record work completed and parts used
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- A positive, reliable and safety-focused attitude
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- Forklift licence (advantageous, but not essential)
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Roster and availability

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The position operates Monday to Friday, with a rostered Saturday and on-call component each week.

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Availability for rostered on-call duties is a mandatory requirement of the position. Overtime and applicable allowances are paid in accordance with the applicable arrangements.

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Join the team

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Please note, only qualified mechanics that are either an Australian citizens or Permanent residents will be shortlisted. Applicants will be subject to a pre-employment medical assessment (including a drug and alcohol screen).

📌 Heavy Vehicle Mechanic - Unanderra (Wollongong)
🏢 Hornby Transport Services
📍 Wollongong