An exciting opportunity has become available in our Yatala Workshop for a Heavy Vehicle Mechanic to join our growing team.

This role would suit an introspective and analytical individual who is task-oriented, and focused on critical and creative problem-solving with a technical mindset. Our workshops are the core of our network, playing a pivotal role and ensuring our vehicles operate safely across Australia.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING?

- Routine Maintenance: Conducting regular maintenance checks and servicing. Ensure fleet remains at compliance standards.
- Diagnostics: Using diagnostic tools and equipment to identify issues with engines, transmissions, and other vehicle systems. This includes reading and interpreting error codes and symptoms.
- Repairs: Performing repairs on mechanical systems, including engines, transmissions, and suspension systems. This involves replacing faulty parts or components.

- Safety Inspections: Conducting safety inspections to ensure that all systems and components meet safety standards and regulations. This includes checking brakes, lights, and other critical systems.
- Documentation: Keeping detailed records of all maintenance and repair work performed.
- Operational Interaction: Communicating with operational leaders, and occasionally drivers, to ensure work is completed within timelines.
- Compliance: Ensuring that all repairs and maintenance work complies with industry standards, manufacturer specifications, and NHVR regulations.
- Teamwork: Join a large collaborative and driven team to excel.

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Apprentice's in their journey by providing training and support while allowing them to be hands on.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?

- Recently increased hourly rates + annual leave loading + various allowances.
- Full-time Position | Monday to Friday
- Morning Shift on offer | 6:00am - 2:06pm | Generous overtime available
- Choose to join the after-hours on-call roster with generous weekly allowances & guarantee call out minimum hours.
- Take part in regular training sessions to upskill and learn new practices within the industry
- Laundered Uniforms
- Staff benefits include Employee Assistance Program and discounts for Private Health
- Workplace Advantages Program providing discounts to many major retailers covering your everyday expense, like groceries, home goods, health insurance and home internet.

ABOUT YOU

- The successful candidate requires a systematic, patient approach with a strong focus on creativity and technical expertise to ensure high-quality results.
- Hold a valid qualification for the repair and maintenance of heavy commercial vehicles (Certificate III in HV Mechanical Technology)
- Experience working with Volvo & Kenworth trucks
- General freight fleet experience desirable
- Excellent time management skills, ability to plan your workload & required parts.
- Dedicate commitment to safety & quality assurance policies.
- Current HR and forklift licenses (advantageous)
- Willingness to travel to various depots within our QLD and NSW network as required.

📌 Heavy Vehicle Mechanic | Yatala (City of Gold Coast)
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📍 City of Gold Coast