Leading Hand – Heavy Diesel Mechanic (Afternoon Shift)

About us
Booth Transport is a family-owned transport company, operating since 1935 and specializing in bulk liquids and dangerous goods for the mining and resources sector. Our WA workshop is a near-new facility in Hope Valley.

The role
This is a permanent, hands-on leadership role. You’ll lead the afternoon crew from the floor, reporting to the workshop management team, and you’ll be responsible for the shift’s safety, output and quality of work.

Your responsibilities

Run a pre-start meeting at the beginning of every shift

Complete scheduled work on time and to a high standard

Allocate work orders and keep jobs moving across the shift

Pre-order parts so jobs aren’t held up

Diagnose, repair and service prime movers and a varied fleet of trailing equipment

Assist with breakdowns and keep downtime to a minimum

Coach and support mechanics and apprentices

Make sure all work is safe, compliant and documented in our internal systems

Give day shift and management a clear handover on fleet status

What you’ll bring

Trade qualification as a Heavy Vehicle Diesel Mechanic

Experience as a leading hand, 2IC or senior mechanic

Transport fleet experience, ideally with Kenworth, Cummins and trailers

Strong diagnostic skills across mechanical, electrical and air systems





An organized, reliable approach and the respect of the crew

MC license (an advantage, but not essential)

What’s on offer

Permanent full-time position

Competitive hourly rate, plus afternoon shift loading and overtime rates

$1,000 sign-on bonus, paid on completion of your six-month probation

A set of Bridgestone tyres on your two-year anniversary

Near-new workshop and modern equipment

Career progression into workshop supervision and management

No FIFO – home every night

Shift
Monday to Friday, 2:00pm start, daily overtime and alternative Saturday mornings.

Logistics, Freight & Delivery Services 101-1,000 employees

Australia’s Top Bulk Food, Container Transport & Logistics Provider

Booth is one of Australia’s most respected national freight and logistics service providers. Our national fleet of transport equipment, warehousing facilities and professional staff are supported by industry specific operational systems. This delivers the assurance of moving your freight safely, on time and within budget. Booth gives you immediate access to one of the most flexible, skilled and well-equipped logistics networks in Australia.

What can I earn as a Heavy Diesel Mechanic

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📌 Leading Hand – Heavy Diesel Mechanic (Afternoon Shift) (Kwinana Beach)
🏢 Booth Transport
📍 Kwinana Beach