Leading Hand (Heavy Vehicle Mechanic)

• Secure & long term employment based at our Caloundra workshop
• Career progression opportunities locally & interstate
• Competitive pay and benefits

The opportunity:

At Kinetic, we pride ourselves on consistently providing safe, clean and reliable bus services for our customers and it's no surprise that this has allowed us to rapidly establish the reputation of being a leading operator of choice. Our Fleet Services team plays a crucial role in making this happen by making sure that our vehicles remain in optimum condition through top quality maintenance and repairs.

We are seeking a Leading Hand to join our high-performing Caloundra workshop.

This role is an ideal fit for an experienced Heavy Vehicle Mechanic that's ready to take the next step in their trades career by becoming a hands-on mentor for our upcoming workshop talent including Apprentices, Trade Assistants and Heavy Vehicle Mechanics.

From general maintenance tasks and repairs through to major component rebuilds, you’ll get plenty of exposure to a variety of work across several vehicle makes and models to keep every day fresh and exciting. We’re also heavily focused on a zero-emission future and are rolling out an electric vehicle conversion program so you can become dual-trade qualified (Diesel & Electric).

On top of that, we offer secure and long term employment, top hourly rates and penalties, various allowances, full supply of uniforms and PPE, and limitless career progression opportunities.

The boxes you’ll tick:

• Certificate III in Heavy Commercial Mechanical Technology or equivalent
• Experience in providing maintenance and repairs to heavy commercial fleet
• Experience in managing Apprentices and Trade Assistants
• Minimum MR licence (HR licence or higher is preferred but not essential)
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships
• Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team

About us:

Kinetic Fleet Services (KFS) specialises in fleet maintenance servicing the bus industry across Australia. KFS is a part of Kinetic, which is Australia and New Zealand’s largest and most diverse bus operator, moving more than 100 million passengers per year across some of the most recognisable names in bus transport. Kinetic delivers these services through our 7400 people and fleet of 5000 buses.

As a business who genuinely cares about our customers, our people, and our environment, we are industry leaders in delivering zero-emission technology, investing in our communities, training and developing our people, and providing an inclusive workplace which reflects the communities we serve.

For more information, please visit the Kinetic website www.wearekinetic.com

How you apply:

We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and our people represent the community which we service. We invite all suitably qualified persons of all sexualities, genders and cultures, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, to apply.

If you’re ready for a challenging and rewarding career with us then click the 'Apply' button now!