Stable & Essential Industry | Work/Life Balance | Onsite Parking | Somerton & Derrimut Depots

Job Security | Full-time | Permanent Role | Essential Services | Growing Company

$64+ per hour plus Overtime | Excellent Earning Potential | Afternoon Shift

Modern & Safe Fleet, maintained in our workshops – No FIFO or DIDO

Everybody knows a JJ’s Truck when they see one . . . our iconic green and gold fleet head out rain or shine for collections in your area.

But did you know we have 23 divisions, 135 sites nationally, employ nearly 3000 people and operate a fleet of over 2300!

We do more than collect the bin from your street we also; convert waste into clean energy, divert food waste from landfill and convert to compost, manufacture customised waste management equipment, asbestos removal, refine and recycle oil, manage and maintain our fleet inhouse and have our own bespoke technology systems.

Our teams include Drivers/Operators, Heavy Vehicle Mechanics, Customer Service, Operations, Finance, IT/Digital, Environment, Engineering, Industrial Chemists, Safety, Administration and much more . . .

With so much opportunity, what is your career path?

ABOUT THIS ROLE

As a JJ’s Heavy Vehicle Mechanic, you will play an integral role within our workshop team, with multiple opportunities available across our Melbourne region – specifically our Somerton and Derrimut locations.

You will report to the Workshop Manager and will be conducting all facets of preventative maintenance and repair of heavy rigid vehicles including brakes, steering, suspension, hydraulics, and fabrication.

We are an essential services industry, offering stability to employees and reliability to our customers.

Enjoy your days free with set afternoon shift hours – no more DIDO or FIFO, as well as great pay rates – particularly for those interested in overtime!

We will work with you to ensure your Work/Life Balance.

Opportunities for leadership roles are also available for the right candidates looking to take the next step in their career.

ABOUT YOU

Have trade qualifications as a Truck Mechanic - Heavy Commercial Vehicles

Demonstrate an exceptional eye for detail

Complete pre-employment medical and drug and alcohol testing

Have a HR and forklift licence (preferred but not essential)

Have a good mechanical aptitude

Demonstrate a professional and outcome focus

Work well individually and as part of a team

Want to be part of a culture of learning and continuous improvement

Be dedicated and reliable; we are an essential services industry

Demonstrate the ability to build rapport and relationships with all stakeholders

Be dedicated to achieving high standards of safety compliance and customer service

BENEFITS

We appreciate there is more to life than work, we provide a variety of work options to ensure the job gets done; with competitive remuneration and a range of benefits, regardless of your role or location including:

The stability of a national, Australian family owned and operated business with over 90 years’ experience

Work/life balance; Monday to Friday role

Essential services industry – job stability

Full-time, permanent role

$64+ per hour + Overtime

Annual expected earnings in excess of $126k

Laundered Uniform & PPE

Onsite parking

Local depot / workshop

Career development and growth opportunities

Introductory and ongoing training

Health-fund discounts

Salary sacrificing and novated leasing (including tools-of-the-trade)

Banking partnerships – including financial, budgeting and mortgage advice

Discounts at over 100 retailers (including groceries and fuel)

Car servicing, parts and accessories discounts – plus new car discounts

Supply, laundry and maintenance of Uniforms and PPE

NEXT STEPS

Interested applicants should APPLY NOW or call for a confidential conversation call Alyssa - 0487 876 877

Depending on the role, the recruitment process may vary slightly; this may include a phone interview, face-to-face interview, skills-based assessment, pre-employment medical and of course, an opportunity to meet the team.

To view our other vacancies or more information about the role go to: www.jjswaste.com.au/careers

ABOUT THE COMPANY

Established in 1932, JJ’s Waste & Recycling (formerly J.J. Richards & Sons Pty Ltd) is Australia’s largest, family-owned and operated waste management company.

From humble beginnings as a small family business, our team has grown across Australia, NZ & the US, and we’re passionate about effective waste management.

With a dynamic attitude that values our people, their safety and the environment. We strive for an innovative, collaborative, and high-performance culture that celebrates the contribution of every employee.

No agencies please, we’ve got this one covered! Unsolicited communication will result in the forfeiture of any engagement or partnership.