About East Waste

The Eastern Waste Management Authority (trading as East Waste) is a regional subsidiary of the Adelaide Hills Council, City of Burnside, Campbelltown City Council, City of Mitcham, City of Norwood Payneham & St Peters, City of Prospect, City of Unley and the Corporation of the Town of Walkerville.

East Waste’s primary purpose is to provide efficient waste collection services on behalf of its Constituent Councils. East Waste is governed by a Board and is administered in accordance with the Local Government Act, the Authority’s Charter, and various policies and codes.

About the Role

East Waste is seeking a qualified and suitably experienced Heavy Vehicle Diesel Mechanic to join its workshop team, primarily working the day shift. This is an opportunity to work with a diverse fleet of up-to-date heavy vehicles and specialist waste collection equipment, in a safety-focused, team-oriented environment.

In this role, no two days are the same. The Heavy Vehicle Diesel Mechanic will maintain and repair East Waste’s heavy vehicle fleet and associated hydraulic equipment, helping to keep essential collection services operating safely and reliably.

The successful candidate will work with:

- Iveco, Isuzu and Volvo heavy vehicles

- Bucher and Superior Pak hydraulic systems

- Preventative maintenance, scheduled servicing and breakdown repairs

- Component replacement and rebuilds

Key Responsibilities

- Carry out scheduled servicing and preventative maintenance.

- Diagnose mechanical, hydraulic and electrical faults.

- Carry out repairs, component replacements and rebuilds to a high standard.

- Respond to breakdowns and undertake repairs in the workshop and on the road.

- Maintain accurate service reports and job documentation.

- Work safely, efficiently and collaboratively with workshop and operational teams.

- As required, cover morning and afternoon shifts to support Leave commitments and other operational requirements.

What we Offer:





- Competitive above award hourly rate + penalties.

- Job security. Permanent part-time Local Government opportunity.

- Work life balance. Day shift opportunity!

- Supportive team environment with opportunities for development.

- Modern facilities.

- Journey Insurance Cover.

- Healthy lifestyles program.

- In-house flu shots and skin cancer checks.

About you

- The Heavy Diesel Mechanic is a dependable, safety-focused tradesperson who takes pride in quality workmanship and contributes positively to the Workshop team.

- Reliable, honest and self-motivated

- Ability to work confidently independently, and as part of a team

- Adaptable and willing to undertake a variety of tasks

- Organised with strong attention to detail

- Committed to learning new equipment and technologies

Prerequisites

- Relevant heavy vehicle mechanical trade qualification.

- Experience working on rear-loading waste collection vehicles and similar heavy vehicles.

- Valid driver’s license.

- Strong commitment to workplace health and safety.

- Willingness to obtain National Police Clearance (facilitated by East Waste).

- Willingness to undertake a pre-employment medical (facilitated by East Waste).

- Adherence to random drug & alcohol testing.

Desirable Selection Criteria

- Hydraulic and diagnostic experience.

- HR license advantageous.

- Knowledge of working within a statutory framework.

If you think this role is right for you, submit a covering letter and/or resume addressing the key requirements of the role and resume via the ‘Apply' button.

*prior to applying please ensure your application meets all the relevant criteria as ONLY shortlisted candidates with the required skillset and qualifications will be contacted.

Applications close Friday 30 October 2026 at 5:00pm.

Applications will be reviewed and shortlisted as they are received, and East Waste reserves the right to make an appointment before the closing date.

Telephone enquiries to Brian Krombholz, Manager Operational Services, are welcome on 04•• ••• 633 or via email ••••@eastwaste.com

📌 Heavy Vehicle Diesel Mechanic (Ottoway)
🏢 East Waste
📍 Ottoway