Heavy Vehicle Mechanic / Truck InspectionsGreat opportunity to get off the tools | Epping, VICFemales & Indigenous Applicants encouraged to Apply.NLA Logistics is looking for an experienced Heavy Vehicle Mechanic to join our team in EppingThis is a great opportunity for a qualified mechanic who is ready to step away from being on the tools full-time while still using their mechanical knowledge and experience every day.The role will be approximately 60% truck inspections and compliance checks and 40% mechanical work on our own fleet.About the RoleA major part of this position will involve inspecting trucks to ensure they meet NLA Logistics' safety, compliance and site requirements before being allocated to major construction projects across Victoria.You will also assist with servicing, repairs and preventative maintenance across our company-owned truck fleet.Your responsibilities will include:Conducting detailed truck and trailer safety inspectionsCompleting pre-engagement and yearly compliance inspections on subcontractor vehiclesIdentifying mechanical defects, safety concerns and maintenance requirementsEnsuring vehicles meet NLA, NHVR and project-specific requirementsChecking tyres, brakes, lights, suspension, wheel nuts and other safety-critical componentsChecking site-specific safety equipment including alarms, cameras, fire extinguishers, underrun protection and other required equipmentRecording inspection results and defects accuratelyCommunicating required repairs or rectification works to drivers and subcontractorsCarrying out servicing,
preventative maintenance and repairs on NLA's own fleet, mostly brand new trucks so major repairs will be repaired by the dealer.Diagnosing mechanical faults and completing repairs where requiredAssisting with maintaining service schedules and vehicle maintenance recordsWorking closely with our Safety & Compliance and Operations teams to keep our fleet safe and compliantAbout YouWe are looking for someone who has strong mechanical knowledge but is interested in moving into a role that is not 100% workshop based.To be successful you will ideally have:Trade qualification as a Heavy Vehicle / Diesel MechanicStrong experience working with trucks, trailers and heavy vehiclesExcellent knowledge of vehicle safety and roadworthiness requirementsStrong fault-finding and diagnostic skillsA high attention to detailGood communication skills and the confidence to identify and report defectsAbility to complete inspection paperwork and electronic records accuratelyUnderstanding of NHVR and heavy vehicle compliance requirementsCurrent driver's licenceHeavy Combination licence highly regardedPrevious truck inspection, roadworthy or fleet maintenance experience highly regardedWhy Join NLA Logistics?
This position offers something different from a traditional mechanic role.If you have spent years working on the tools and are looking for a role where your mechanical knowledge is just as significant as your ability to repair a truck, this could be a great next step.You will receive:A varied role with approximately 60% inspections and 40% mechanical workLess time continuously working on the toolsFull-time, stable employmentA Company CarWork primarily based from our Kilmore facilityOpportunity to become an important part of our growing Safety & Compliance functionExposure to a large fleet of company and subcontractor heavy vehiclesA role where your experience directly contributes to keeping trucks, drivers and construction sites safeSupportive team setting within a growing transport businessAbout NLA LogisticsNLA Logistics is a Melbourne-based truck hire and logistics company supplying heavy vehicles to major civil infrastructure and construction projects throughout Victoria.We operate a large network of company and subcontractor trucks and place a strong emphasis on vehicle safety, compliance and preventative maintenance.As our operations continue to grow, we are strengthening our internal inspection and maintenance capabilities and are looking for an experienced mechanic who wants to grow with the business.If you're an experienced heavy vehicle mechanic looking to get off the tools full-time without leaving the industry, we'd love to hear from you.
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