At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and mentor a team while hands-on repairing heavy vehicles.
- Company: Join Zappala Diesel, a local leader in heavy vehicle maintenance.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, overtime, uniforms, and ongoing training.
- Other info: Be part of a dynamic team focused on quality and customer satisfaction.
- Why this job: Step into leadership and grow your career in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: Experience in heavy vehicle mechanics and leadership skills required.
The predicted salary is between 66150 - 80850 $ per year.
- Leading Hand - Heavy Vehicle Fitter/Mechanic
- Zappala Diesel Service and Repairs – Cairns QLD
This role would suit an experienced Heavy Vehicle Mechanic who is ready to take the next step into leadership and help build and grow our heavy vehicle division, while remaining hands‐on in the workshop.
You will play an important role in supporting our technical team, maintaining high standards of workmanship and safety, developing customer relationships and helping drive the continued growth of the business.
At Zappala Diesel, we know we wouldn't be the successful company we are today without a great team of people.
We value our employees, invest in their development and provide a workplace where people can build a rewarding long‐term career.
We are proud to offer our team
- Excellent hourly high town rate, reflecting your level of experience
- Regular overtime opportunities.
- All uniforms and PPE provided
- Positive, supportive team environment
- Ongoing training opportunities to help you advance your career
- The opportunity to take ownership of and help grow our heavy vehicle division
- Long‐term career opportunities within a growing local business
- A varied and interesting workload across a broad range of equipment
What will you be doing
As the Leading Hand Heavy Vehicle Mechanic, you will be both a technical leader and hands‐on mechanic, working closely with the workshop team and management.
- Leading, advising and supporting the technical team to ensure a high standard of workmanship
- Mentoring and educating mechanics and apprentices
- Expert diagnosing and repairing diesel engines, transmissions, and drivelines
- Performing and supervising fleet maintenance and safety inspections
- Utilising diagnostic equipment to identify and rectify faults
- Welding and fabricating components as required
- Developing and maintaining strong customer relationships
- Assist with job estimation and invoicing tasks
- Procurement of parts and materials in a timely manner.
- Assisting with the planning and coordination of workshop workflow
- Ensuring that all safety guidelines and quality standards are met
- Using in‐house computer programs to manage jobs
- Supporting management with the continued development of the heavy vehicle division
Our ideal candidate
We are looking for someone who is technically capable, commercially minded and ready to lead from the front.
You will ideally have
- Certificate III in Heavy Commercial Vehicle Mechanical Technology
- Previous experience in providing maintenance and repairs to various heavy fleet
- Minimum of 3 years post trade experience
- Previous Leading Hand, supervisory or senior mechanic experience highly regarded
- HR license (essential), HC or MC (advantageous)
- Forklift license (advantageous)
- Ability to work independently on a range of heavy equipment and vehicles
- Own basic tools specific to trade
- Able to pass a pre‐employment medical and drug screen
Who will you be working for
Zappala Diesel is a well‐established, locally owned and operated business that has been servicing the Cairns region for more than 15 years.
We specialise in whole‐fleet maintenance, providing our customers with a one‐stop solution for their heavy fleet repair and maintenance requirements.
Our workshop is equipped with specialised tooling and equipment to ensure repairs and maintenance can be completed safely, efficiently and to a high standard.
Our key focus is providing high‐quality, personalised whole‐fleet maintenance and repair services, helping our customers maximise productivity and minimise costly downtime.
We believe our people are at the heart of our success.
That's why we provide our team with technical support, training and opportunities to develop their skills and build a rewarding career within the business.
This role would suit an experienced Heavy Vehicle Mechanic who is ready to take the next step into leadership and help build and grow our heavy vehicle division, while remaining hands‐on in the workshop.
You will play an important role in supporting our technical team, maintaining high standards of workmanship and safety, developing customer relationships and helping drive the continued growth of the business.
At Zappala Diesel, we know we wouldn't be the successful company we are today without a great team of people.
We value our employees, invest in their development and provide a workplace where people can build a rewarding long‐term career.
We are proud to offer our team
- Excellent hourly high town rate, reflecting your level of experience
- Regular overtime opportunities.
- All uniforms and PPE provided
- Positive, supportive team environment
- Ongoing training opportunities to help you advance your career
- The opportunity to take ownership of and help grow our heavy vehicle division
- Long‐term career opportunities within a growing local business
- A varied and interesting workload across a broad range of equipment
What will you be doing
As the Leading Hand Heavy Vehicle Mechanic, you will be both a technical leader and hands‐on mechanic, working closely with the workshop team and management.
- Leading, advising and supporting the technical team to ensure a high standard of workmanship
- Mentoring and educating mechanics and apprentices
- Expert diagnosing and repairing diesel engines, transmissions, and drivelines
- Performing and supervising fleet maintenance and safety inspections
- Utilising diagnostic equipment to identify and rectify faults
- Welding and fabricating components as required
- Developing and maintaining strong customer relationships
- Assist with job estimation and invoicing tasks
- Procurement of parts and materials in a timely manner.
- Assisting with the planning and coordination of workshop workflow
- Ensuring that all safety guidelines and quality standards are met
- Using in‐house computer programs to manage jobs
- Supporting management with the continued development of the heavy vehicle division
Our ideal candidate
We are looking for someone who is technically capable, commercially minded and ready to lead from the front.
You will ideally have
- Certificate III in Heavy Commercial Vehicle Mechanical Technology
- Previous experience in providing maintenance and repairs to various heavy fleet
- Minimum of 3 years post trade experience
- Previous Leading Hand, supervisory or senior mechanic experience highly regarded
- HR license (essential), HC or MC (advantageous)
- Forklift license (advantageous)
- Ability to work independently on a range of heavy equipment and vehicles
- Own basic tools specific to trade
- Able to pass a pre‐employment medical and drug screen
Who will you be working for
Zappala Diesel is a well‐established, locally owned and operated business that has been servicing the Cairns region for more than 15 years.
We specialise in whole‐fleet maintenance, providing our customers with a one‐stop solution for their heavy fleet repair and maintenance requirements.
Our workshop is equipped with specialised tooling and equipment to ensure repairs and maintenance can be completed safely, efficiently and to a high standard.
Our key focus is providing high‐quality, personalised whole‐fleet maintenance and repair services, helping our customers maximise productivity and minimise costly downtime.
We believe our people are at the heart of our success.
That's why we provide our team with technical support, training and opportunities to develop their skills and build a rewarding career within the business.
Leading Hand - Heavy Vehicle Fitter/Mechanic in Cairns employer: Zappala Diesel Service and Repairs
Zappala Diesel Service and Repairs is committed to investing in its employees' development, providing a positive and supportive team environment. The company offers excellent hourly rates, regular overtime opportunities, and ongoing training to help staff advance their careers. Employees have the chance to take ownership of their roles and contribute to the growth of the heavy vehicle division.
Contact Details:
Zappala Diesel Service and Repairs Recruitment Team
