Heavy Vehicle Mechanic

Solo Resource Recovery; Newcastle-Maitland; On-site; AUD 58,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base hourly rate

Good overtime opportunities

Uniform and PPE provided

On-the-job training

Team oriented environment

Job security

Job summary

Solo Resource Recovery in Gateshead, NSW is seeking a qualified Heavy Vehicle Mechanic to join our busy workshop. You will perform general mechanical works, welding, and scheduled maintenance on a fleet of heavy waste vehicles.

The successful candidate will hold a trade certification in Heavy Vehicle Mechanical, a current rigid truck license, and a strong commitment to quality assurance and OH&S. We offer competitive pay, training, and a supportive, team-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Trade certification in Heavy Vehicle Mechanical is required.
• Current rigid truck driver’s license is required.
• Familiarity with Quality Assurance & Occupational Health & Safety is expected.
• Good communication and organisational skills are essential.
• Experience in hydraulics, automotive electrics or welding is a plus.

Responsibilities

• General mechanical works on heavy waste vehicles.
• Welding on fleet as required.
• Carrying out major and minor repairs.
• Carrying out breakdown repairs.
• Scheduled maintenance of vehicles.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Quality Assurance familiarity

Education

Trade certification in Heavy Vehicle Mechanical

Job description

Solo Resource Recovery is a 100% Australian owned and operated industrial services, and waste management company that has been providing efficient waste solutions for government, business and households for 90 years.

All Solo collections vehicles are designed & built by our own manufacturing and engineering department. Our industry leading innovations are complimented by cutting edge Vehicle Management Systems and a genuine customer focus. We take pride in our trucks with our vehicles being clean, well presented, safe, and compliant with all EPA requirements.

We are currently seeking an enthusiastic and skilled full time Heavy Vehicle Mechanic, based inour busy workshop in Gateshead NSW.

As a part of our Solo team, you will benefit from:

• A competitive base hourly rate
• Good overtime opportunities
• Company uniform and PPE items provided
• On the job training
• A professional, team oriented work environment
• Job security

Reporting directly to the Workshop Foreman, the successful candidate will work on a fleet of Heavy Waste vehicles.Tasks will involve but not be limited to the following:

• General mechanical works
• Welding
• Both major and minor repairs
• Carrying out breakdown repairs
• Scheduled maintenance

The successful applicant will possess:

• Trade certification in Heavy Vehicle Mechanical.
• A current rigid truck driver's license
• Familiarity with Quality Assurance & Occupational Health & Safety
• Good communication and organisational skills
• Experience in hydraulics, automotive electrics or welding is not essential, but would be an advantage, as would a forklift licence. Previous experience in a similar role would also be highly regarded.

A generous rate will be negotiated, depending on experience.

In accordance with our Company’s recruitment process, all successful applicants will be required to undergo a Pre Employment Medical, which includes a drug test. A current driving history, with a good driving record will also need to be provided.

If you believe you fit the above criteria, then we want to hear from you!