Heavy Vehicle Mechanic

2 weeks ago


Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Followmont Transport Full time $60,000 - $90,000 per year

An exciting opportunity has become available in our Brisbane Workshop for a Heavy Vehicle Mechanicto join our growing team. This role would suit an introspective and analytical individual who is task-oriented, and focused on critical and creative problem-solving with a technical mindset. Our workshops are the core of our network, playing a pivotal role and ensuring our vehicles operate safely across Australia.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING?

  • Routine Maintenance: Conducting regular maintenance checks and servicing. Ensure fleet remains at compliance standards.
  • Diagnostics: Using diagnostic tools and equipment to identify issues with engines, transmissions, and other vehicle systems. This includes reading and interpreting error codes and symptoms.
  • Repairs: Performing repairs on mechanical systems, including engines, transmissions, and suspension systems. This involves replacing faulty parts or components.
  • Safety Inspections: Conducting safety inspections to ensure that all systems and components meet safety standards and regulations. This includes checking brakes, lights, and other critical systems.
  • Documentation: Keeping detailed records of all maintenance and repair work performed.
  • Operational Interaction: Communicating with operational leaders, and occasionally drivers, to ensure work is completed within timelines.
  • Compliance: Ensuring that all repairs and maintenance work complies with industry standards, manufacturer specifications, and NHVR regulations.
  • Teamwork: Join a large collaborative and driven team to excel. Support Apprentice's in their journey by providing training and support while allowing them to be hands on.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?

  • Recently increased hourly rates + annual leave loading + various allowances.
  • Full-time Position | Monday to Friday
  • Morning Shift on offer | 6:00am - 2:06pm | Generous overtime available
  • Choose to join the after-hours on-call roster with generous weekly allowances & guarantee call out minimum hours.
  • Take part in regular training sessions to upskill and learn new practices within the industry
  • Laundered Uniforms
  • Staff benefits include Employee Assistance Program and discounts for Private Health
  • Workplace Benefits Program providing discounts to many major retailers covering your everyday expense, like groceries, home goods, health insurance and home internet.

ABOUT YOU:

  • The successful candidate requires a systematic, patient approach with a strong focus on creativity and technical expertise to ensure high-quality results.
  • Hold a valid qualification for the repair and maintenance of heavy commercial vehicles (Certificate III in HV Mechanical Technology)
  • Experience working with Volvo & Kenworth trucks
  • General freight fleet experience desirable
  • Excellent time management skills, ability to plan your workload & required parts.
  • Dedicate commitment to safety & quality assurance policies.
  • Current HR and forklift licenses (advantageous)
  • Willingness to travel to various depots within our QLD and NSW network as required.

How to Apply:

  1. Please complete a brief, 5-minute behavioral assessment. This helps us better understand your preferred work style and natural strengths. Just click here and follow the steps.
  2. Click "Apply now" or send your resume to

Joining a team with a collaborative culture, you would be working on a fleet size of 1000+ units. The role involves repairing new trucks, including Kenworth, Mack, Volvo, Isuzu, and UD, to complete routine servicing, diagnosing and maintenance. Our workshops are open day and night, providing more flexibility to work on a shift that suits your lifestyle. With new equipment being added to our fleet and growth within the business the opportunity offers long term job security.



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