Heavy Diesel or Petrol Mechanic

Westernport Roadlines is seeking interested applicants for one qualified heavy diesel or petrol mechanic.

Heavily committed to school bus runs, school charter, private charter & rail replacement services, the company runs a significant number of buses and coaches throughout the eastern fringes of Melbourne, including the Bayside and Mornington Peninsula area as well as the South Gippsland region. The successful candidate will undertake:

Main Duties:

Heavy mechanical rebuilds, suspension, heavy mechanical and equipment repair work as required to keep our fleet safe and reliable in the field

Bus Safety checks & Servicing to accreditation standards

Participate in periodic bus roadworthy checks.

Trouble shoot vehicle breakdown issues.

Perform hydraulic and pneumatic system diagnostics.

Electrical and air-conditioning systems diagnostics and repair as per qualification & experience

Mentor and support upcoming trainee mechanical staff

Requirements:

Appropriate heavy diesel qualifications and at least 3 years demonstrated experience is required

Good communication skills.

Basic computer literacy

Able to work as part of a team with our existing mechanics and maintenance team as well as individually.

Attention to detail & safe work practices

Well-developed diagnostic skills.

Willing to obtain a Heavy vehicle license.

Must be willing to join the after-hours on call roster.

Driver accreditation (DC), We will also work with suitable candidates to obtain a driver accreditation (DC).

Job Type: Full-time

Schedule:

8-hour shift

Regular hours

Occasional on-call roster

Supplementary Pay:

Overtime pay

Penalty rates

Experience:

Diesel mechanic: Qualified

Minimum 3 years demonstrated experience

Excellent wage rates apply.

Immediate Start

Applications / Resumes should be emailed to [email protected] or submitted via the Seek application process. Further information contact Chris ph 0400 550214