Fleet Maintenance Auditor

2 weeks ago

Newcastle Maitland Hunter, Australia JR Richards & Sons Full time $90,000 - $120,000 per year
The Company

JR Richards & Sons are an Australian family-owned and operated resource recovery company contracting to over thirty local Councils across large regional areas of NSW and in northern Victoria. The Company employs over 600 people with a fleet in excess of 400 heavy vehicles in operation. We are at the forefront of the industry with purpose-built recovery facilities diverting over 100,000 tonnes annually of kerbside and commercial organics and recyclables from landfill. We strive for a diverse, innovative, collaborative and high-performance culture with a dynamic attitude valuing our people, their safety, and the environment.

At JR Richards & Sons we take pride in providing equal opportunity and do not discriminate against race, age, national or ethnic origin, gender or marital status, religion, or sexual orientation.

The Opportunity

Put your in-depth mechanical expertise to work as our next Fleet Auditor.

In this dynamic role, you'll travel to inspect and audit our heavy vehicle fleet, with flexibility to be based from a location that suits you. While the majority of work is centred around Newcastle, Sydney, Dubbo, and Orange, we'd ideally like you to be based in or near one of these key areas.

As a Fleet Auditor, you'll play a vital role in maintaining the safety and compliance of our fleet by ensuring our heavy vehicle specialist certifiers follow best practices.

Your day-to-day will include conducting audits, mentoring certifiers, and resolving complex technical issues — all while ensuring adherence to relevant regulations, standards, and guidelines.

Essential Requirements
  • Certificate III in Heavy Commercial Vehicle Mechanical Technology or equivalent
  • Strong background and knowledge of the heavy vehicle industry
  • Unrestricted HR Licence or above, and satisfactory RMS drivers record
  • Ability to travel across Southern NSW and Central West regions
  • Solutions focused mindset when problems arise
  • A solid and strong focus on safety.
The Benefits
  • The stability of a successful business continuously growing
  • Eligibility for Long Service Leave following five years continuous service
  • Competitive salary and fully maintained company vehicle
  • Manage your time and workload your way
  • A safe, professional, and inclusive work environment
  • Flexibility on base location.
  • Company support through EAP Wellbeing Platform for you and your family
  • Enjoy affordable access to a wide range of gyms and fitness facilities through Fitness Passport

Step into a role where your expertise, proactive problem‑solving, and the security of a permanent position are truly celebrated. Join us and redefine what it means to be a specialist in the field.

To Apply

Click "Quick Apply" or email your resume and to 

For a confidential discussion regarding the role please contact our Recruitment personnel on

  • Reliability & Maintenance Engineer - Mobile Fleet

    2 weeks ago

    Newcastle, Maitland & Hunter, Australia Tomago Aluminium Company Pty Limited Full time $120,000 - $140,000 per year

    About the Role  At Tomago Aluminium, our people are transforming the business for a sustainable future. We offer a career of reward and growth and are looking for an energetic Mechanical Reliability Engineer to develop and optimise maintenance strategies for our mobile fleet and related assets. Your work will improve reliability, extend asset life, and...

  • Reliability & Maintenance Engineer - Mobile Fleet

    2 weeks ago

    Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia Tomago Aluminium Full time $80,000 - $120,000 per year

    About The RoleAt Tomago Aluminium, our people are transforming the business for a sustainable future. We offer a career of reward and growth and are looking for an energetic Mechanical Reliability Engineer to develop and optimise maintenance strategies for our mobile fleet and related assets. Your work will improve reliability, extend asset life, and reduce...

  • Grounds Maintenance Team Member

    7 days ago

    Newcastle, Maitland & Hunter, Australia SCIS Property Group Full time $104,000 - $130,878 per year

    The OpportunitySCIS Group is a specialist maintenance company trusted by leading Government and Commercial clients across Australia. We're looking for a motivated Grounds Maintenance Technician to join our Newcastle team. This is your chance to step into a secure, full-time role where no two days are the same, and your skills are genuinely appreciated.What...

  • Fleet Coordinator

    5 days ago

    Newcastle, Australia Downer Group Full time

    Downer’s Transport & Infrastructure business manages and maintains road networks across Australasia, and provides civil and commercial construction in Australia, New Zealand and the Pacific Islands. We are seeking an experienced **Fleet Coordinator**, to join our Workshop in **Hexham, NSW. **This role will oversee the administration tasks of the workshop...

  • [Urgent Search] Manager

    1 week ago

    Newcastle, Australia Whitehaven Coal Limited Full time

    About Whitehaven Coal Whitehaven Coal is an important player in Australia’s only emerging high-quality coal basin. We help power developed and emerging economies in Asia where there is strong and growing demand for our product, particularly for use in high-efficiency, low-emissions coal-fired power stations. With 20 years of industry experience we have...

  • Electrician/Electrical Fitter

    2 weeks ago

    Newcastle, Maitland & Hunter, Australia Talent Partner Australia Full time $90,000 - $120,000 per year

    Our client, with headquarters in Perth, provide innovative energy management and storage solutions to the mining, construction, transport, retail and agricultural industries. Core business activities include Data Analytics and Insights, Equipment Hire, Equipment Sales and Parts, Repairs and Maintenance, Engineered Solutions and Facility Maintenance.Due to...

  • Workshop Fitter

    2 weeks ago

    Newcastle, Maitland & Hunter, Australia Cougar Group Full time $60,000 - $100,000 per year

    Cougar Group is a market-leading OEM manufacturer, hire fleet specialist, and aftermarket service provider for the underground coal mining industry in NSW and QLD. We design, engineer, manufacture, and assemble a diverse range of underground coal diesel equipment, including Personnel Transporters, Graders, Underground Dozers, and Longwall Chock Carriers.With...

  • Underground Field Service Fitter

    2 weeks ago

    Newcastle, Maitland & Hunter, Australia Cougar Group Full time $100,000 - $120,000 per year

    Cougar is an Australian owned and based leading equipment manufacturer and services supplier.  We have five locations and over 500 personnel on the eastern coast of Australia providing equipment and services to our major mining customers. Our five business pillars are Manufacturing, Drilling Services, Hire Equipment, Repairs/Overhauls and Parts.About the...

  • Dispatch Officer

    5 days ago

    Newcastle, Maitland & Hunter, Australia Glencore Coal Full time $90,000 - $120,000 per year

    Advancing careers. Advancing everyday life.Dispatch OfficerRavensworth OperationsHunter Valley, NSWRavensworth Operations comprises of Ravensworth Open Cut and the Coal Handling Preparation Plant that provides high quality coal for the export market. The operation has approval to mine over 14Mtpa, with a long life of mine. Ideally located in NSW Hunter...

  • Specialist OT Site Support Technician

    1 week ago

    Newcastle, Maitland & Hunter, Australia BHP Full time $80,000 - $120,000 per year

    Company description: About BHP At BHP we support our people to grow, learn, develop their skills and reach their potential. With a global portfolio of operations, we offer a diverse and inclusive environment with extraordinary career opportunities. Our strategy is to focus on creating a safe work environment where our employees feel strongly connected to...