Qualified Heavy Diesel Mechanic – Immediate Start

Macquarrie Dandenong | Dandenong South, VIC | Full Time | $40–$45 per hour, negotiable

Looking for a better opportunity? Join our established team!

Macquarrie Dandenong has been keeping trucks, buses and trailers on the road for over 30 years. We're an established heavy vehicle repair and servicing workshop and a licensed Heavy Vehicle Roadworthy Tester, supporting businesses that rely on their vehicles every day.

We're looking for a qualified Heavy Diesel Mechanic to join our team as soon as possible. We would also consider a motivated 3rd or 4th year Heavy Diesel Mechanic Apprentice who is keen to develop their skills and build a long-term career with us.

If you're a capable mechanic who takes pride in your work and wants to be part of an established workshop, we'd love to hear from you.

Why Join Macquarrie Dandenong?

- Competitive pay: $40–$45 per hour for a qualified mechanic, negotiable based on experience and capabilities. Apprentice wages will reflect the year of apprenticeship and experience.

- 38-hour working week: Monday to Friday, 8:00 am–4:30 pm.

- Work-life balance: Enjoy your weekends, with occasional Saturday work if required.

- Job security: Join an established business with over 30 years in the heavy vehicle industry.

- Varied mechanical work: Work on trucks, buses and trailers across servicing, repairs and diagnostics.

- Long-term opportunity: Become part of an established team that takes pride in keeping our customers' vehicles on the road.

The Role

Your responsibilities will include:

- Servicing and maintaining heavy diesel vehicles, trucks, buses and trailers.

- Diagnosing and repairing mechanical, electrical and engine-related faults.

- Carrying out repairs to engines, transmissions,



brakes and associated systems.

- Performing fault-finding and using diagnostic equipment to identify problems.

- Conducting inspections and helping ensure vehicles are maintained to a high standard.

- Working independently or alongside our team to complete jobs efficiently and professionally.

What We're Looking For

For the Qualified Mechanic:

- A recognized mechanical trade qualification in diesel or heavy vehicle mechanics.

- Proven experience working on heavy diesel vehicles.

- Robust diagnostic, fault-finding and repair skills.

- The ability to work independently and deliver quality workmanship.

- A reliable, professional attitude and commitment to workplace safety.

- A current manual HR license and appropriate heavy vehicle driving experience.

- Your own tools.

For a 3rd or 4th Year Apprentice:

- Currently undertaking a Heavy Diesel or Heavy Commercial Vehicle apprenticeship.

- A genuine interest in trucks, buses and trailers.

- A willingness to learn, develop diagnostic skills and work as part of a team.

- A reliable attitude and commitment to quality workmanship and safety.

- Own tools and a current driver's license, with the appropriate heavy vehicle license requirements depending on experience and duties.

Applicants must already have Australian working rights. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Ready for a Change?

We're looking for the right person to start as soon as possible. Whether you're a qualified Heavy Diesel Mechanic or a motivated 3rd or 4th year apprentice, we'd like to hear from you.

For a confidential chat, contact Travis directly:

Email: ••••@macdandenong.com.au
Phone: (03) •••• •482
After hours: Call Travis on 04•• ••• 478

Get in touch and let's talk about joining the Macquarrie Dandenong team!

📌 Qualifed Heavy Diesel Mechanic (Dandenong South)
🏢 Macquarrie Dandenong
📍 Dandenong South