Lead Hand Mechanic – Fleet Maintenance & Growth

Busways Group; Yamba; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ongoing Training and Development

Exposure to Advanced Technologies

Licence Upgrade Opportunities

Career Progression

Benefit Programs

Team Environment

Employee Referral Programs

Job summary

Busways is seeking a highly experienced Leading Hand Mechanic to lead a team at the Yamba Depot. The role focuses on supervising daily workshop activities, performing repairs on buses, and guiding junior staff while upholding safety and quality standards.

You will oversee major repair programs, conduct fault finding, and ensure vehicles are fit for service. The successful applicant will mentor apprentices and drive continuous improvement within the team.

Qualifications

• MVTC trade qualifications in heavy vehicle maintenance are essential.
• Minimum 3–5 years as a Heavy Vehicle Diesel Mechanic.
• Ability to mentor apprentices and lead workshop staff.
• Experience running a busy workshop and maintaining safety standards.
• Strong communication skills and adherence to WHS policies.

Responsibilities

• Perform repairs on buses and other maintenance activities as required.
• Oversee major repair programs, including testing, fault finding, and QA.
• Conduct functional checks to ensure components are operational and vehicles are fit for service.
• Provide on‑the‑job instruction, training, and coaching to staff for maintenance work, inventory requirements, and record documentation.
• Develop the skills of the workshop team to maximise results.
• Lead by example, representing the organisation in an honest, ethical, and professional manner according to the Busways Code of Conduct.
• Maintain all tools, equipment, and work areas in accordance with Busways' standards.
• Liaise with the Regional Assets Support Manager regarding buses off the road.
• Assist the Regional Assets Support Manager as needed, including undertaking higher duty supervisory responsibilities in the absence of the regular appointed supervisor.
• Ensure staff have adequate training to perform necessary tasks.
• Raising purchase orders and processing invoices for payment.
• Reporting and repairing all accident damage as required.
• Performing ad-hoc tasks and other duties as directed.

Skills

Mentor apprentices

Team collaboration

Verbal and written communication

Proactive improvement

Education

MVTC trade qualifications

Job description

Busways is seeking a highly experienced Leading Hand Mechanic to lead a team at the Yamba Depot. The role focuses on supervising daily workshop activities, performing repairs on buses, and guiding junior staff while upholding safety and quality standards.

You will oversee major repair programs, conduct fault finding, and ensure vehicles are fit for service. The successful applicant will mentor apprentices and drive continuous improvement within the team.