Diesel Mechanic

The Company

VSA Roads is an amalgamation of six independent brands that provide bituminous and quarried products, coupled with specialist contract paving and bituminous surfacing services, to the South Australian, Victorian, Southern New South Wales, Northern Territory and Tasmanian markets. 

The Role

We are currently seeking an experienced Diesel Mechanic to join our team based in Laverton North on a full-time basis. Reporting to the Workshop Manager, you will be responsible for the servicing of the Company’s plant and equipment including scheduled maintenance, preventive maintenance, repairs and responding to breakdowns. 

Key responsibilities for this role include:

• Complete scheduled services and maintenance activities in accordance with designated schedules
• Perform routine repairs to plant and equipment
• Conduct safety checks and complete Damage Reports
• Repair faulty or damaged mechanical parts
• Record repairs and faults in maintenance register and computer system as needed
• Maintain critical spares inventory
• Report near miss and incidents, complete investigations and implement corrective actions in a timely manner     
• Ensure safety of other employees, contractors, or members of the public whilst carrying out duties
• Participate in risk management and hazard identification processes     

To be successful in this role you will have:

• Diesel Mechanic – Trade Qualification
• Minimum 3 years’ experience as a Qualified Mechanical Fitter
• Be a team player and have a “can do” attitude
• Have proven problem solving & organisational skills       
• Be reliable and able to work unsupervised
• Knowledge of WHS&E practices
• Be flexible and able to work different shift patterns if required

Licenses:

• Current Drivers Licence 
• Forklift Licence 
• HC License - highly regarded
• Elevated Work Platform, Confined Space, Working at heights and White Card - highly regarded

Culture & Benefits

At VSA Roads our people are vital to our success. Our employees make us different and set us apart from our competitors. Our goal is to attract, retain and develop visionary, talented, and passionate individuals. Our people are central to everything we do.

The successful applicant will be rewarded with: 

• A competitive hourly rate - $43 ph
• Allowances
• Life insurance & health care benefits
• Corporate fitness program + discounts

If you are interested in this great opportunity, please click apply now!

“VSA Roads are an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage Aboriginal, Torres Strait Islander & people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply”