Mechanic (Heavy Vehicle) - JJ's Waste & Recycling

4 months ago


Cairns City, Australia JJ's Waste & Recycling Full time
  • $58+ p/h + super | Excellent Team Environment
  • National family-owned and operated business with over 90 years experience
  • Ongoing Career Training, Development & Stability | Essential Services Industry
  • We will work with you to ensure your Work/Life Balance

Everybody knows a JJ’s Truck when they see one . . . our iconic green and gold fleet head out rain or shine for collections in your area.

But did you know we have 23 divisions, 135 sites nationally, employ nearly 3000 people and operate a fleet of over 2300

We do more than collect the bin from your street we also; convert waste into clean energy, divert food waste from landfill and convert to compost, manufacture customised waste management equipment, asbestos removal, refine and recycle oil, manage and maintain our fleet inhouse and have our own bespoke technology systems.

Our teams include Drivers/Operators, Heavy Vehicle Mechanics, Customer Service, Operations, Finance, IT/Digital, Environment, Engineering, Industrial Chemists, Safety, Administration and much more . . .

With so much opportunity, what is your career path?

ABOUT THE ROLE

As a JJ’s Trade Qualified HCV Mechanic, you will work on our variety of fleet vehicles in our Cairns depot. 

With great facilities and a modern workshop this role is open to anyone local too Far North Queensland and interstate. 

The role reports to the Cairns Workshop Manager and will be required to perform mechanical repairs, diagnostics and servicing of heavy vehicles, trailers and static equipment.

We are an essential services industry, offering stability to employees and reliability to our customers.

You will enjoy family friendly hours – no more DIDO or FIFO, as well as great pay rates - particularly for those interested in overtime or additional work on weekends We will work with you to ensure your Work/Life Balance

Applications from 3rd or 4th year HV Apprentices also encouraged

ABOUT YOU

  • Trade qualification as an HCV (Heavy Commercial Vehicle) Mechanic
  • A preferred minimum of 2 years’ experience in heavy vehicle trucks & trailer / fleet maintenance
  • Commitment to safety and high quality workmanship
  • Ability to work independently, unsupervised and as part of a team
  • Ability to learn new skills
  • Be subject to a pre-employment medical, drug and alcohol testing

BENEFITS

We celebrate our people by providing a safe and professional workplace so you can enjoy what you do every day. 

  • We will work with you to ensure your Work/Life Balance
  • Essential services industry – job stability
  • Full-time, permanent role 
  • Regular Overtime available – great pay rates
  • New uniform and PPE
  • $58 per hour plus super
  • Onsite parking
  • Local depot / workshop
  • Career development and growth opportunities 
  • Introductory and ongoing training 
  • Health-fund discounts
  • Salary sacrificing and novated leasing (including tools-of-the-trade)
  • Banking partnerships – including financial, budgeting and mortgage advice
  • Discounts at over 100 retailers (including groceries and fuel)
  • Car servicing, parts and accessories discounts – plus new car discounts

NEXT STEPS

Interested applicants should APPLY NOW

Depending on the role, the recruitment process may vary slightly; this may include a phone interview, face-to-face interview, skills-based assessment, pre-employment medical and of course, an opportunity to meet the team.

To view our other vacancies or more information about the role go to: www.jjswaste.com.au/careers 

ABOUT THE COMPANY

Established in 1932, JJ’s Waste & Recycling (formerly J.J. Richards & Sons Pty Ltd) is Australia’s largest, family-owned and operated waste management company.

From humble beginnings as a small family business, our team has grown across Australia, NZ & the US, and we’re passionate about effective waste management.

With a dynamic attitude that values our people, their safety and the environment. We strive for an innovative, collaborative, and high-performance culture that celebrates the contribution of every employee. 

No agencies please, we’ve got this one covered Unsolicited communication will result in the forfeiture of any engagement or partnership.


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