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Overview

Elevate your career to a higher altitude

Do you have a mechanical trade qualification, proven diagnostic skills and a commitment to customer service excellence?

We have an exciting opportunity available in our team for a Diesel Mechanic (Vehicle Service Coordinator) to support our Fleet Management team at Sydney Airport.

Responsibilities

What does a typical day look like?

You will be responsible for ensuring our large fleet (of specialised trucks) are well maintained to a road worthy standard and repairs or parts are identified and completed in an efficient and safe manner. The position will be responsible for ensuring minimal downtime of fleet and the regular reporting of mechanical diagnosis/updates.

- Inspecting and test driving vehicles to diagnose malfunctions to ensure that they are working safely and properly
- Inspecting brake systems, steering mechanisms, wheel bearings, and other important parts to ensure that they are in proper operating condition
- Troubleshooting fuel, ignition, and emissions control systems, using electronic diagnostics
- Tune engines to ensure proper and efficient functioning
- Repair, replace, or adjust defective parts
- Scheduled Routine maintenance
- Install or repair air conditioners and service components, such as compressors, condensers, and controls
- Manage and control spare parts as well as updating the vehicle maintenance system
- Co-ordinate services and repairs performed by contractors / service providers in consultation with operations to minimise impact on the business
- On-Call after hours to attend or provide support for breakdowns

Qualifications

What do you need to be successful in securing this role?

- Demonstrated success in a similar role, preferably on Diesel Vehicles
- Mechanical Trade Qualifications
- Heavy Rigid License, or ability to obtain one
- Proven Diagnostic skills
- Electrical and PLC’s (Programmable Logic Controller) knowledge is essential
- Good written and verbal skills and computer proficiency (MS Excel and Word)
- Must be able to work flexible shifts and OT as needed to fulfil requirements of the role
- As you will be working in the Aviation industry, a mandatory Police Check clearance must be undertaken (at our cost).

What’s in it for you?

- Daily staff meals and uniforms provided.
- Be part of a close knit and dedicated team who are truly passionate about delivering excellent customer service.
- Access to our employee benefits program which includes a wellbeing platform, discounted private health insurance and access to specials and discounts from over 700 retailers.
- 5 weeks Annual Leave
- Career advancement opportunities

About Us

We are Australia’s largest and most admired inflight catering and retail partner. Specialising in inflight catering and retail, and food manufacturing, our group of diverse brands enables us to deliver extensive service capabilities.

Chosen by many of the world’s top airlines, we operate 16 facilities across 12 cities and employ over 4,000 people who help us to produce over 64 million meals, and service more than 250,000 flights, each year.

Parent company dnata – part of the Emirates Group – is one of the world’s largest air services providers. Offering ground handling, cargo, travel, and inflight catering and retail services, dnata ensures the aviation industry operates smoothly and efficiently.

Want to know more about dnata catering and our global businesses? Visit our Australian careers website: https://dnatacateringcareers.com.au/ and watch a short video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xqf4mvwm3E0

Does this role sound perfect for you? If so, we want to hear from you

Click the link below and upload your resume to start on the journey of joining the dnata catering family as a Fleet Coordinator

dnata catering careers: http://dnatacatering.expr3ss.com/home

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