Heavy Vehicle Technician

Penske Australia; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading service provider in transportation is seeking a Heavy Vehicle Technician for their Yatala branch in Queensland. In this role, you will maintain, service, and repair a variety of trucks, gaining exposure to diverse makes and models. Trade qualifications in Diesel Mechanics are essential, along with a strong technical background. The successful candidate will benefit from flexible work arrangements and ongoing training opportunities in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Flexible work arrangements

Onsite parking

Accredited Training & Development Programs

Competitive Remuneration

Employee Assistance Program

Family Friendly Benefits including Paid Parental Leave

Qualifications

• Trade qualification required.
• Strong experience in maintenance and repair.
• Familiarity with a range of truck brands.

Responsibilities

• Carry out maintenance and repair work on trucks.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot using advanced technology.
• Work collaboratively with a supportive team.
• Ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.
• Engage in continuous training and learning.

Skills

Trade qualification in Diesel Mechanics

Strong technical background in servicing and repair

Experience with various truck models

Adaptability to different systems

Teamwork and communication skills

Education

Trade qualification in Diesel Mechanics or Light Vehicle

Job description

Heavy Vehicle Technician

Your new opportunity: As a Diesel Technician at our Yatala branch, you'll keep our customers' trucks moving by carrying out service, diagnostics, and repairs across a wide range of makes and models. From European to American trucks, no two days are the same - giving you the chance to broaden your expertise and build your career with variety.

We also welcome Light Vehicle Mechanics looking to step up into heavy vehicles. With strong training and support, you can gain a second trade while working in a safe and secure environment.

In this role you will:

• Carry out maintenance, service, and repair work across multiple truck brands and systems.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot faults using the latest tools and technology.
• Work both independently and collaboratively with a supportive team.
• Ensure all work meets high safety and quality standards.
• Continue learning through technical training and exposure to different truck platforms.

About you:

• Trade qualification in Diesel Mechanics (or Light Vehicle with a desire to upskill).
• Strong technical background in servicing, maintenance, and repair.
• Experience with a variety of truck makes and models such as Volvo, Mack, Scania, Kenworth, Isuzu, Fuso, Hino, or similar.
• Ability to adapt to different systems and work efficiently across diverse vehicles.
• Great teamwork, communication skills, and alignment with Penske values of Ownership, Passion, Teamwork, Integrity and Care.

Why choose Team Penske?

• Flexible work arrangements that work for the individual and the business
• Onsite parking
• Accredited Training & Development Programs
• Commitment to providing the highest levels of safety, technical and leadership training
• Competitive Remuneration
• Reward and Recognition Programs
• Employee Referral Program - generous employee referral fees.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Family Friendly Benefits including Paid Parental Leave
• Penske Perks: save $1000's with access to discounts from your favourite retailers

About Penske

With over 1,300 employees across Australia and New Zealand, Penske is an iconic brand in both the business and racing worlds and a Fortune 500 company with a global presence. We operate across some of the most dynamic on and off-highway markets in the country, including road transport, energy solutions, mining, rail, defence and commercial marine. Penske is a leading distributor of premium power systems solutions from mtu, Detroit and Allison Transmission and the distributor of Western Star Trucks, Dennis Eagle and MAN Truck & Bus.

We value and embrace diversity, equity and inclusion in everything we do! If you're passionate about working for us, we encourage you to apply even if you don't meet all the selection criteria. We also encourage applications from those who are Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander, Veterans, with Disability, and those who are culturally and linguistically diverse.