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 varied 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 up-to-date 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