Heavy Vehicle Mechanic

Ventia; Sydney; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$54.22 per hour (incl. allowances) +12

Permanent full-time opportunity

Early Friday finish

Ongoing training and career

Wellbeing initiatives

VenPerks discounts

Tools, PPE, on-site parking

Job summary

Ventia is seeking a Heavy Vehicle Mechanic for our Moorebank team supporting Australia's Defence Force under the Defence Maintenance Contract. You will perform maintenance, servicing, diagnostics and repairs on a diverse fleet of Defence vehicles, including 4WDs, trucks and armoured vehicles, to keep operations ready.

Holding a Certificate III in Heavy Vehicle Mechanical Technology or equivalent and a current HR/HC licence, you will work within a collaborative workshop, follow safety and

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Heavy Vehicle Mechanical Technology or an equivalent trade qualification.
• Current HR or HC Driver's Licence.
• Experience maintaining, servicing, diagnosing, fault-finding and repairing heavy vehicles or similar equipment.
• Experience with diesel engines, transmissions and driveline components.
• Hydraulics experience and/or relevant certifications are highly regarded.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to quickly learn and use CMMS software.
• Commitment to safety and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Conduct scheduled servicing, inspections and preventative maintenance on Defence vehicles.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical faults across a diverse Defence vehicle fleet.
• Remove, overhaul, repair and refit major assemblies including engines and transmissions.
• Service and test diesel, petrol and gas-powered vehicles.
• Complete maintenance documentation and CMMS data entry.
• Contribute to a safe, compliant workshop environment.

Skills

HR/HC Licence

Diesel engines

Fault-finding

CMMS

Safety culture

Teamwork

Education

Certificate III in Heavy Vehicle Mechanical Technology

Mobile Plant Technology

Tools

CMMS software

Job description

The Opportunity

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The Opportunity

Join our Moorebank team supporting Australia's Defence Force through the Defence Maintenance Contract (DMC). As a Heavy Vehicle Mechanic, you will carry out maintenance, servicing, repair and overhaul activities on a diverse fleet of Defence vehicles to support operational readiness. Working within a collaborative maintenance team, you'll undertake inspections, diagnostics and repair work on military vehicles, including 4WDs, trucks, armoured vehicles, tracked vehicles and infantry personnel carriers, while delivering high-quality outcomes in line with Defence, safety and manufacturer standards.

Benefits

• $54.22 per hour (inclusive of allowances) +12% super.
• Permanent full-time opportunity offering long-term job stability and excellent work-life balance, including an early 12 noon finish every Friday.
• Ongoing training, upskilling and career development opportunities across Ventia and the Defence sector.
• Supportive management and positive team environment.
• Wellbeing initiatives including Fitness Passport, discounted health insurance and access to a confidential Employee Assistance Program.
• Enjoy exclusive VenPerks discounts at over 450 retailers across Australia covering retail, travel, entertainment and everyday essentials.
• Tools of trade, uniforms, PPE and free on-site parking provided.

Key Accountabilities

• Conduct scheduled servicing, inspections and preventative maintenance activities.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical faults across a range of Defence vehicles and equipment.
• Remove, overhaul, repair and refit major assemblies, including engines, transmissions and differentials.
• Service, tune and test diesel, petrol and gas-powered vehicles.
• Reassemble, test, clean and adjust repaired or replaced components.
• Complete maintenance activities in accordance with Defence, safety and manufacturer standards.
• Complete maintenance documentation and relevant data entry requirements.
• Contribute to a safe, compliant and efficient workshop environment.

About You

• Hold a Certificate III in Heavy Vehicle Mechanical Technology, Mobile Plant Technology or equivalent trade qualification.
• Hold a current HR or HC Driver's Licence.
• Demonstrated experience maintaining, servicing, diagnosing, fault-finding and repairing heavy vehicles, mobile plant or similar equipment.
• Experience working on diesel engines, transmissions and driveline components.
• Hydraulics experience and/or relevant certifications will be highly regarded.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to quickly learn and effectively use proprietary software and Computerised Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS).
• A positive, team-focused approach and commitment to maintaining a strong safety culture.

You must be an Australian Citizen and able to obtain and maintain a minimum Australian Government Baseline Security Clearance.

About Ventia

As a leading services provider, we maintain, operate, and manage the essential infrastructure that makes modern life possible across Australia and New Zealand. With more than 35,000 employees and subcontractors across 400 sites, joining Ventia means becoming part of a team that values its people, supports career growth, and helps everyone go further towards their full potential.

Our commitment to Fairness, Inclusion and Respect shapes how we lead, collaborate, hire and support one another. We welcome applications from people of all ages, abilities and backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people of all genders, identities, sexual orientations, beliefs and caring responsibilities. We are dedicated to providing an accessible recruitment process and encourage you to request adjustments at any stage.

Position Reference Number: 167871