Heavy Diesel Mechanic

Benefits of Joining Our Team*

Annual $1000 SeaLink Employee Travel Allowance

Worldwide All Heartists rewards & discounts program (Accor Group)

25% off resort dining, retail and spa

Access to Employee Training Programs

Employee Award Programs

Free island K'gari Explorer Tours

Free passenger ferry transfers to-and-from the island

Maxxia Corporate Benefits (Novated Leasing)

Working Life (EAP)

Bupa Corporate Benefits

ANZ Corporate Benefits

Access to the resort pool & staff gym

• Conditions and employment duration may apply

About the Opportunity Join the workshop team on a permanent basis working up to 76 hours per fortnight. Our mechanics work on the island at Kingfisher Bay Resort and in our mainland workshop in Urangan, Hervey Bay. The is a unique opportunity for a mechanic ready for an island change. This is position will require staying over on the island for part of the week. All living expenses are included when on the island. About the RoleThe primary role for our mechanics is to provide mechanical repairs, maintenance and preventative maintenance to the company's fleet of 4WD buses, resort vehicles and plant and equipment. The main goal is to keep our fleet fully operational so we can continue to provide all of our guests an amazing experience in comfort and safety as they venture around the island and enjoy the beauty of K'gari. Key Role Requirements

• Actively follow all Workplace Health & Safety procedures and practices consistent with legislative requirements and regulations.
• Provide mechanical maintenance and repairs to 4WD buses to safety standards
• Provide mechanical maintenance and repairs to the Resort fleet of vehicles to safety standards
• Provide mechanical maintenance and repairs to the Resort plant and equipment to safety standards
• Test drive vehicles

Skills, Qualifications & Experience

• Trade Qualification - Commercial Diesel Mechanic
• Hold current MR/HR licence (must have at time of application)
• Physically fit and able
• Knowledge of mechanical workshop operations and associated equipment
• Ability to operate and interpret diagnostic equipment

About UsK'gari is a World Heritage listed island off Australia's Eastern Queensland coast, is the world's largest sand island, stretching over 120km. With cool towering rainforests to walk through and explore, over 100 freshwater lakes to swim in, including the iconic Lake McKenzie and Lake Wabby, and an amazing beach highway, where else would you rather be. SeaLink K'gari is part of SeaLink Marine & Tourism, one of Australia's largest marine and tourism businesses with 11 business units across six states and territories, connecting our customers to many of Australia's most beautiful island destinations and brilliant experiences. With globally recognised brands such as SeaLink, Captain Cook Cruises and Kingfisher Bay Resort we are a team who go beyond what others will do and are invested in supporting the communities and customers we serve. SeaLink Marine and Tourism is part of the Kelsian Group - Australia's largest integrated multi-modal transport provider and tourism operator, with established bus operations in Australia, USA, Singapore, London and the Channel Islands. How to Apply Click APPLY and upload a current resume outlining your experience. Visa Applicants: If you are on a working holiday visa and wish to apply, you will need at least 5 months validity on your visa at time of application to be considered for this role. If you are looking to do your regional 88 days remote work to extend your visa, it is important to note that we DO NOT qualify for this program due to our location. All final applicants for this position will be required to consent to a criminal record check. Please note that people with criminal records are not automatically barred from applying for this position, as each application will be considered on its merits. We aim to provide meaningful and sustainable employment opportunities that are free from barriers, support and celebrate the diverse talents of our team members, improve awareness of the value of diversity and inclusion across our organisation, and enable our leaders to champion diversity and inclusion. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTQIA+, people with disability and people from diverse cultural backgrounds.