Bike Builder

99 Bikes Pty; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Ride to work

Discounted gear

Certificate programs

Career growth

Job summary

99 Bikes Pty is seeking a Bike Builder for our busy summer season. You will take a hands-on role building bikes quickly and safely, with on-the-job training provided and no prior bike expertise required.

This casual position offers an hourly wage aligned with the General Retail Award and a monthly bonus for hitting build targets, plus the chance to grow into skilled mechanic roles within Australia’s leading bicycle retailer.

Qualifications

• Mechanical aptitude required; on-the-job training provided.
• Reliability and a can-do attitude are valued.
• Good communication and ability to work in a team.

Responsibilities

• Hands-on bike building focusing on efficient, quality, and safe builds.
• No prior bike expertise required; training provided on the job.
• Immediate award wage with no low apprenticeship wages.
• Learn and grow by progressing to permanent skilled mechanic roles.
• Contribute to a high-performing team culture with regular coaching.
• Join industry leaders and build a genuine career path.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Reliability

Team player

Job description

About 99 Bikes

Launched in 2007 from a tiny Brisbane shop that could only fit 99 bikes, we’ve exploded into Australia’s largest bicycle retailer, now spanning across Australia, New Zealand, and the UK as part of the Pedal Group. With over 2 million loyal club 99 members, the 99 Bikes mission is simple: to be The World’s Most Approachable Bike Shops. In addition to our retail stores, Pedal Group also owns Advance Traders, a bicycle distributor selling popular brands to independent bike shops such as Merida, Cube and Pedal, plus many more. Together we form the Pedal Group and this integration has underpinned our growth and given our people much greater career opportunities across the group. We have always been about living our purpose of enriching mind, body, earth or soul with the freedom of riding and focused on balancing purpose with profit.

• We Build Business Around People: We promote from within relentlessly. Whether it's moving a star performer to a new city or helping a bike builder rise to GM of our UK operations, your growth is our priority.
• Profit Meets Purpose: As a proud Certified B Corp, we balance business with doing good. We've donated over $3.2M to employee-chosen charities, power 70% of our shops with solar, and even pay our team to ride to work.

Why Work At 99 Bikes

• Hourly Wage + Target Bonuses - Earn an immediate casual hourly rate that aligns with the General Retail Award (no low apprentice wages!), plus the opportunity to earn a monthly bonus for hitting safe build targets.
• Ultimate Perks - Get paid to ride to work, plus score cost-price prices on amazing gear
• Gain Global Qualifications - We provide access to our internal Bicycle Academy, where you can earn a Certificate in Bicycle Workshop Operations and internationally recognised Cytech mechanic credentials.
• Unmatched Career Growth - Our store teams have progressed from casual Bike Builders to permanent Mechanics, Workshop Leaders, State Workshop Specialists, and General Managers.
• Flexibility & Balance - We aim to accommodate your personal needs with flexible rostering. Enjoy plenty of high-traffic weekend work with time off during the week to match your lifestyle.

About The Role:

We’re looking for hard-working, high achievers with can-do attitudes to join our team as a Bike Builder for our busy summer season.

• Hands On Bike Building - Take a hands-on role focusing on completing highly efficient, quality, and safe bike builds to get riders out on the road.
• No Bike Expertise Required! A solid mechanical aptitude is a great foundation. We provide complete, hands-on on-the-job training and support to help you succeed.
• Immediate Award Wage - on offer right from day one, meaning absolutely no low apprenticeship wages.
• Learn & Grow - This role is perfect for Bike Builders who want to progress their careers and learn to become permanent skilled mechanics
• High-Performing Culture - Thrive in a tight-knit, driven team running a successful business. You will experience structured team communication, including regular meeting rhythms and individual 1-on-1 development coaching with your Team Leader.
• Join the Industry Leaders - Perfect for high performers looking to get their foot in the door, learn a practical trade, and build a genuine career path with an industry leader.

About You:

• Solid proven achievements. These can be demonstrated in personal goals, sporting or through study and work. We value a successful track record and drive
• A past history demonstrating commitment, reliability, continual improvement and learning.
• Good communication skills and demonstrated success in developing and maintaining good relationships.
• Mechanical aptitude - we will provide on the job training
• Some mechanical experience in a related field is desirable and experienced Bicycle Mechanics are highly valued.