At a Glance
- Tasks: Keep heavy vehicles running smoothly with hands-on maintenance and repairs.
- Company: Join a major essential-services employer in Geelong.
- Benefits: Enjoy a stable afternoon shift and a safety-first workshop environment.
- Other info: Long-term career growth opportunities in a supportive team.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by ensuring vehicle reliability and safety.
- Qualifications: Cert III in Heavy Commercial Vehicle Mechanical Technology required.
The predicted salary is between 59400 - 72600 $ per year.
Location: Geelong, VIC (site-based role)
Hours:
- Monday – Thursday: 2:00 PM – 10:30 PM
- Friday: 11:00 AM – 7:30 PM
About the role:
We’re seeking a trade-qualified Diesel Mechanic / Heavy Vehicle Mechanic to support the maintenance and reliability of heavy vehicles and plant at our Geelong site. This is a hands-on workshop role focused on preventative maintenance, fault-finding and repairs to keep operations running safely and efficiently.
Key responsibilities:
- Perform scheduled servicing, preventative maintenance and inspections on heavy vehicles/plant
- Diagnose faults (mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and basic electrical) and complete repairs efficiently
- Complete breakdown repairs and troubleshoot issues to minimise downtime
- Conduct safety checks and ensure equipment meets compliance and roadworthy standards (where applicable)
- Maintain accurate service/repair records and job cards
- Follow site safety procedures, risk assessments and housekeeping standards
- Liaise with operations/supervisors regarding vehicle availability and repair priorities
Mandatory requirements (must have):
- Cert III in Heavy Commercial Vehicle Mechanical Technology / Diesel Mechanic / Heavy Mechanic (or equivalent)
- Proven experience maintaining and repairing heavy vehicles and/or mobile plant
- Strong diagnostic and fault-finding capability
- Commitment to safety, quality workmanship and reliable attendance
- Ability to work the listed afternoon shift roster in Geelong
Highly regarded (nice to have):
- HR/MR licence
- Experience with waste, municipal, fleet, earthmoving or industrial mobile equipment
- Hydraulic experience and strong preventative maintenance mindset
- Familiarity with maintenance management systems and paperwork compliance
What’s in it for you:
- Stable afternoon shift roster (Mon–Fri)
- Long-term opportunity with a major essential-services employer
- Safety-first site and well-equipped workshop environment
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