AWCON is an Australian civil contractor working on mining and infrastructure projects for Tier 1 clients. We’ve got long-term contracts, a modern fleet, and steady work ahead.

We are seeking an experienced Heavy Vehicle Mechanic to step into a Leading Hand role in our workshop. You’ll lead a team of mechanics while staying hands-on, making sure our fleet is maintained to a high standard and returned to the field safely and on time.

THE JOB

Working under the guidance of the Workshop Foreman, you will assist in maintaining AWCON and client vehicles, heavy equipment, and plant. Your responsibilities may include:

- Leading and coordinating a team of mechanics in the workshop

- Allocating daily tasks and making sure jobs are completed safely, on time and to standard

- Hands-on servicing, maintenance and repairs on heavy vehicles and mobile plant

- Fault finding across mechanical, hydraulic and electrical systems

- Quality checking completed work before equipment is released

- Working closely with the Maintenance Planner on scheduling, parts and priorities

- Mentoring apprentices and less experienced mechanics

- Making sure service records and workshop documentation are accurate and up to date

- Promoting safe work practices and housekeeping in the workshop

Successful applicants will be required to complete a pre-employment medical,



drug and alcohol screening and police clearance.

ABOUT YOU

You’ll be a qualified Heavy Vehicle Mechanic or Diesel Fitter with experience leading a team, who takes pride in quality workmanship and sets the standard for others.

What you’ll need:

- Cert III in Heavy Commercial Vehicle, Mobile Plant Technology or equivalent

- Solid experience maintaining heavy vehicles, earthmoving gear or mining plant

- Previous leading hand or supervisory experience in a workshop

- Strong diagnostic skills

- Good communication and organisational skills

- Current Australian driver’s licence (HC Licence highly desirable)

- White Card

BENEFITS

We’re not a faceless national contractor. At AWCON, you’re known by name - not a number. We reward effort and value loyalty.

- Monday to Friday roster

- Leading hand role in a well-equipped workshop

- Hands-on leadership with a modern mining fleet

- Long-term projects with a growing contractor

Ready to Join the Team?

If you're looking for your next prospect with a growing Australian company that values safety, teamwork and quality, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now via SEEK.

AWCON is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from people of all backgrounds.

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