Diesel Mechanic | Heavy Vehicle

The company

It's an exciting time to be part of our team as the transport industry moves towards more zero emissiontransport solutions. (like the Electric Buses!!).

The benefits

We are locally based - no driving to the Valley or flying interstate to work for a global leader with above average entitlements. 

• Highly competitive terms and conditions
• 5 weeks annual leave per year 
• Monthly RDO 
• Modern fleet of Volvo passenger buses 
• Skills growth in the emerging zero emission bus technology 
• Overtime shifts available 
• Great personal leave entitlements

The responsibilities

You will report to the Fleet and Facilities Manager and be based at our Hamilton Depot.

• Perform trades-based and associated maintenance work on our Bus fleet in an efficient and cost effective manner to meet business and depot requirements in accordance with regulatory standards.
• Provide maintenance of and repairs to all vehicle mechanical and electrical systems including drive, and drive-line, steering, suspension, braking, air, hydraulic, computerised and other associated systems.
• Operate a range of equipment and tools in order to undertake vehicle maintenance such as, testing, diagnostic computers/tools, multimeters, mig, oxy acetylene welding, lifting and materials handling, materials manufacturing, various hand tools and the like.
• Provide all mechanical and associated repairs, service and maintenance to vehicles as required. Work on associated components and systems to complete whole tasks within the skill level and/or training of the position.

You will also have opportunity to share your knowledge and experience with our apprentices.

Your Skills and Experience

• Trade qualifications as a Heavy VehicleDiesel Mechanic- though if you have a trade qualification in Light Vehicle, consideration for upgrading
• Hold or have the ability to obtain a Medium Rigid (MR), or Heavy Rigid (HR) License.
• Short-listed applicants may be requested to undertake a full medical, including a drug & alcohol screen.

Interested to join our team?

Please ensure your application includes a cover letter and a resume.

Please note our recruitment process includes pre-employment medical assessments including, drug & alcohol testing as well as police and background checks. By submitting your personal information to Keolis Downer you consent to such information being collected, held, used and disclosed in accordance with our Privacy Policy 

As an equal opportunity employer, Keolis Downer Hunter are committed to a diverse, inclusive and flexible workforce which reflects our community and customers.. We support applications from people representing all diversity groups and ages such as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, LGBTI, people with disabilities, religious beliefs, and ethnicity. 

This role is being sourced directly by Keolis Downer.  We respectfully request no agency approaches.