Who we are:

Keolis Downer is Australia’s largest private provider of multi-modal public transport. We are the largest light rail operator in Australia and one of the nation’s most significant bus operators. Keolis Downer provides services to more than 250 million people each year.

As a proud RAP organisation, Keolis Downer is committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.

Applications can be submitted by clicking 'Apply Now', by giving us a call on 02 9941 5888 or sending an email to [email protected].

Benefits:

• Uniform, Tooling and all PPE provided
• Employee amenities and protective clothing laundering facilities on site
• Career development opportunities involving the latest heavy vehicles and emerging electrical vehicle technologies
• Great career opportunities within our wider Keolis Downer Team in Newcastle, Queensland, South Australia and Perth.

About the role:

• Keolis Downer are looking for a Leading hand to join our Maintenance team in the Northern Beaches!
• Maintenance of and repairs to all vehicle mechanical and electrical systems
• Day/afternoon (no night shift) seven-day roster with shift allowances, opportunities for overtime and RDO every roster period. We’re open 6am to 11pm. 365 days a year.Shifts, 6AM -2.30PM. 10.30AM -7PM, 2-10PM.
• This position is required to work weekends on a rotating schedule. Minimum two weekend days a month.

Role Requirements:

• Minimum two years’ experience as a qualified tradesperson.
• Demonstrated front line management experience or equivalent.
• Highly developed diagnostic (technical) skills
• Motor Vehicle /Heavy Vehicle Inspector/Examiner desirable
• Understanding of the transport industry including its regulatory and operational standards and requirements.
• Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills to supervise and develop staff and introduce and implement operational reform.
• Inclusive workplace and organisation culture
• Motor Vehicle Repair Tradespersons License (Motor Mechanic)
• Heavy vehicle and systems experience desired but not essential, in house training and support provided
• MR or HR drivers license (Don’t have one? We will help you upgrade your license)
• Prior experience with pneumatics suspension/breaking is desirable
• Willing to undergo a pre-employment medical check, criminal history check and working with children check

Keolis Downer Northern Beaches is an equal opportunity employer that promotes diversity and inclusion. We are committed to equal employment opportunities and encourage all people to apply regardless of background, experience, identity, ability or thinking style. We consider applicants with criminal histories in line with position requirements, each application will be considered on its merits. We encourage candidates who require any accessibility support or any reasonable adjustments during the application process or on the job to let our recruitment team know so reasonable adjustments can be accommodated.

Please note:

This role is being sourced directly by Keolis Downer. We will not be accepting applications via recruitment agencies at this point in time.