Bike Builder

99 Bikes Pty; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 44,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Bike industry perks

Job summary

99 Bikes is hiring a Bike Builder for the busy summer season. No prior bike expertise required; we provide complete on‑the‑job training to help you complete high‑quality builds and get riders back on the road quickly.

You’ll join a high‑performing, collaborative team with an immediate hourly wage and the opportunity to grow into permanent mechanics. Flexible rostering supports lifestyle balance and industry‑leading perks.

Qualifications

• Solid proven achievements.
• Commitment, reliability and willingness to improve.
• Good communication and relationship-building skills.
• Mechanical aptitude with on-the-job training provided.

Responsibilities

• Hands-on bike building with emphasis on safe, quality builds.
• Assist riders to get back on the road quickly after service.
• Learn and grow toward becoming a permanent skilled mechanic.
• Thrive in a high‑performing, collaborative team environment.
• Support store operations during busy summer periods.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Communication skills

Reliability

Teamwork

Job description

You don’t have to be a bike expert – we will train you!

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.
• 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 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.