Join Ventia in a role which keeps the Australian Defence Force's wheels turning!

A great opportunity for a Heavy Vehicle Mechanic to join our fully geared Defence Maintenance Contract team based at the Defence Base Workshop at Edinburgh, just north of Adelaide SA.

As a Heavy Vehicle Mechanic, you will conduct routine maintenance and repairs on a wide range of heavy military vehicles, including 4WD's, trucks, tracked and armoured vehicles, infantry personnel carriers and even armoured tanks!

Benefits

• $50.09 an hour plus super

• Work 38 hours per week Monday to Friday and finish at 12 pm on Fridays

• Training & Upskilling provided

• Relocation assistance for the right candidate

• Work on unique Defence vehicle and assets

• 17.5% Annual Leave Loading

• All tools, PPE and Uniforms provided

• On-site Parking

About the role

• Conduct Maintenance tasks, including technical inspection and classification

• Repair or replace worn or faulty parts by removing assemblies such as engines, transmissions and differentials.

• Reassemble, test, clean and adjust repaired or replaces parts

• Carry out minor body repairs and minor trim repairs

• Test and repair electrical systems such as lighting, ignition and electronic fuel injection

• Inspect vehicles and issue road worthiness certificates

About you

• Cert III Heavy Vehicle Mechanic or equivalent level

• Demonstrated experience to inspect, repair and maintain Light, Medium and Heavy vehicles

• Must possess a current Australian State or Territory class C Driver's License

• You must be an Australian Citizen and able to maintain a Defence Security Clearance

Diversity
Ventia is enriched by the diverse experiences, talents and cultures that our people bring to the organisation, while celebrating and respecting the communities we operate in. We are committed to providing a safe and positive environment that provides equal opportunities for individuals of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTQIA+, Women, Veterans and spouses and people with disabilities.

How to apply
If you are looking to expand your career, please apply below by clicking on the apply now button.
You are encouraged to inform your manager or supervisor prior to making an application for an internal vacancy. If you have not done so prior, you must inform your manager or supervisor on invitation to interview for an internal position.

Position Reference Number: 163366