Heavy Diesel Mechanic

Cleanaway Waste Management; Central Coast; On-site; AUD 58,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Afternoon shift loading

Additional allowances

Job summary

Cleanaway is seeking a skilled Heavy Diesel Mechanic to join our Somersby NSW workshop on a permanent full-time basis. You will lead maintenance and repairs for a fleet of waste trucks, ensuring safety and efficiency.

In this hands-on role, you will perform diagnostics, preventative maintenance, and fault diagnosis across hydraulic and electrical systems, maintaining thorough service records while upholding WHS standards.

Qualifications

• Trade qualification as a Heavy Vehicle Mechanic / Diesel Fitter (Cert III or equivalent).
• HR licence (advantageous).
• Strong understanding of hydraulics and electrics.
• Ability to diagnose and repair mechanical issues efficiently and cost-effectively.
• Experience with fleet maintenance and running repairs.
• Commitment to safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs on a wide range of heavy vehicles.
• Conduct scheduled servicing and preventative maintenance to ensure fleet safety and compliance.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical faults.
• Maintain accurate service records using fleet management systems.
• Support workshop safety and cleanliness in line with WHS policies.
• Carry out basic welding and grinding work as required.

Skills

Diagnostics

Hydraulics

Electrical systems

Troubleshooting

Education

Heavy Vehicle Mechanic / Diesel Fitter (Cert III)

Tools

Fleet management systems

Welding equipment

Job description

Heavy Diesel Mechanic

• Permanent Full-Time - Afternoon 2PM Shift Mon-Fri
• Modern Fleet of Heavy Vehicles
• Competitive hourly rate + afternoon shift loading + additional allowances

The Opportunity

We’re looking for a skilled and experienced Heavy Vehicle Mechanic to join our team at our Somersby NSW workshop. In this hands-on role, you will take the lead in maintaining and repairing our fleet of waste trucks and truck bodies, ensuring everything runs safely and efficiently.

• Perform maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs on a wide range of heavy vehicles
• Conduct scheduled servicing and preventative maintenance to ensure fleet safety and compliance
• Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical faults
• Maintain accurate service records using fleet management systems
• Support workshop safety and cleanliness in line with WHS policies
• Carry out basic welding and grinding work as required

About you

• Trade qualification as a Heavy Vehicle Mechanic / Diesel Fitter (Cert III or equivalent)
• A valid HR licence (advantageous)
• Strong understanding of hydraulics and electrics
• Ability to diagnose and repair mechanical issues efficiently and cost-effectively
• Experience with fleet maintenance and running repairs
• Commitment to safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement

About Us

Join us at Cleanaway and contribute to making a sustainable future possible, together.

We transform waste into resources and renewable energy. When you start to think of waste as a resource, it opens a world of possibilities.

As a high growth, ASX listed organisation with over 7500 employees, our goal is to be recognised by our customers as the most innovative and sustainable waste management company with industry leading HSE performance. We are Australia’s largest company in this sector, providing essential services to millions of customers and communities Nationally.

Why join Cleanaway?

• Competitive salary package
• Career opportunities in a high growth, Australian business
• Supportive and safe work environment
• Paid parental leave
• Great company benefits: Employee share program, company discounts, salary packaging, flu vaccinations, discounts on private health insurance and more

Our Process

Our recruitment process involves a number of checks including, but not limited to, criminal history, medicals, drug & alcohol testing, as well as verification of qualifications, licences and right-to-work status.

We are dedicated to improving employment outcomes and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. We also welcome candidates of all ages, abilities, gender identities, experiences (including veterans), and cultural backgrounds.

If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact us by emailing [e-mail].

Join us on our exciting journey towards a sustainable future.

Applications close:

Vacancy no:524003
Work type:Permanent - Full Time
Location:Central Coast NSW Australia
Categories:Trades & General Labour