Path Transit is looking for fully qualified Heavy Vehicle Mechanics, or suitable Light Vehicle Mechanics looking to upskill to start ASAP for multiple locations in the Perth Metropolitan area.

About Us

Path Transit is a subsidiary of Keolis Downer, Australia's largest private provider of multi-modal public transport.

Our operations are driven by world-leading expertise and deep local knowledge through the collaboration of Keolis, one the world's leading public transportation providers, and Downer, one of Australia and New Zealand's leading engineering and infrastructure management firms.

In Western Australia, Path Transit operates a fleet of over 500 Transperth and School buses on behalf of the Public Transport Authority of Western Australia within the Perth Metropolitan and Regional areas, delivering over 1.2 million passenger journeys to West Australians each year.

About the Role

We are seeking motivated candidates, preferably with bus experience, to top up our staff levels for our expanding business in the Kalamunda and Morley Contract Areas, to service and maintain our fleet of diesel-powered Volvo and CNG-powered Mercedes buses as we prepare for the upcoming transition to zero-emission battery electric buses.

Successful candidates must be able to demonstrate the following:

Maintaining, repairing and servicing our fleet

Identifying, reporting and repairing vehicle defects

Conducting planned maintenance in accordance with workshop schedules

Completing assigned duties in a safe, clean, competent and timely manner

Entering accurate information into fleet maintenance software

Attending to breakdowns, accidents and incidents

Suitable LV mechanics may also be considered for the role.

Benefits

What we offer in return

An attractive 45-hour week remuneration package with a base salary of up to $112,900 p.a.

A permanent full-time position

A company that encourages people to make a difference.

On-the-job training

5 weeks of annual leave

Skills and Experience

Essential-

Must have full-time work rights

Trade Qualification (Heavy Vehicle preferred)

Practical mechanical experience

Proven Safety Record

Ability to work autonomously or as part of a team

Good communication skills

Excellent time management skills and ability to effectively prioritise tasks

High standard of workmanship

Ability to diagnose and repair faults on modern vehicles, and desire to learn

HR Licence or a plan to achieve this during your six-month probation period

Desired-

Experience in a similar role.

Experience with working with CNG: - Gas-fuelled Vehicles.

Strong Computer literacy skills.

If you are interested in this position, please click on "Apply for this job".

For further information, please contact;

Jaymie Patrick

Phone: 0419 890 461

Email: [email protected]

As an employer who embraces Equal Opportunity and promotes diversity, we encourage men and women of all ages and backgrounds, including Indigenous Australians, to apply.