Leading Hand

Truck-Tech Group; Newcastle-Maitland; On-site; AUD 104,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base salary + super

Performance bonus

Full-time permanent

Day shift Mon-Fri

No weekend roster

On-site parking

Remuneration reviews

Skill development

Supportive management

Clear communication

Quality tooling

Work-life balance

Job summary

TRUCK TECH in Beresfield (NSW) seeks an experienced Leading Hand to lead a workshop team, work hands-on on heavy vehicles and mentor technicians. Previous roles as Leading Hand, Foreman or Supervisor are welcomed, with senior technician readiness encouraged.

The role offers a permanent full-time position with a Monday–Friday day shift, on-site parking, and career development in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Heavy Commercial Vehicle Mechanical Technology required.
• Strong heavy vehicle servicing, repair and diagnostic experience.
• Leading Hand/Foreman/Supervisor or Senior Technician experience.
• Strong fault-finding and technical skills.
• Confident leading, coaching and supporting technicians.
• Clear communication and respectful leadership.
• Current driver’s licence.
• Full Australian working rights.
• Takes ownership and follows through.

Skills

Heavy vehicle servicing

Diagnostic experience

Leadership coaching

Clear communication

Driver's license

Working rights (AU)

Ownership & follow-through

Education

Certificate III in Heavy Commercial Vehicle Mechanical Technology

Job description

TRUCK TECH is looking for an experienced Leading Hand to join our Beresfield workshop.

This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who knows heavy vehicles, enjoys supporting a team and still likes getting on the tools.

Already a Leading Hand, Foreman or Supervisor? Great. Senior Technician ready to step up? We want to hear from you too.

What You Need to Succeed

• Certificate III in Heavy Commercial Vehicle Mechanical Technology - Essential
• Strong heavy vehicle servicing, repair and diagnostic experience
• Leading Hand, Foreman, Supervisor or Senior Technician experience
• Strong fault-finding and technical skills
• Confidence leading, coaching and supporting technicians
• Clear communication and a respectful leadership style
• Current driver's licence
• Full Australian working rights
• Someone who takes ownership and follows through

Who We Are

TRUCK TECH is a mechanic-led heavy vehicle maintenance business built by people who understand the trade.

Our people aren't just numbers. We want to know where you want to go, invest in your development and help you succeed.

We also understand that work isn't everything. Our people have families, commitments and lives outside of work, and we believe in creating a workplace that respects that.

We’re also proud partners of Healthy Heads in Trucks & Sheds and Camp Quality, supporting our industry and the wider community.

The Benefits

• From $115K base + super
• Uncapped monthly performance bonus
• Permanent full-time position
• Monday–Friday day shift
• No weekend roster
• On-site parking
• Annual remuneration reviews
• On-the-job skill development and coaching
• Supportive and respectful management
• Clear communication and expectations from the beginning - no guessing!
• Quality tooling and equipment

• Great work-life balance

Our Values

• Don’t F%&@! the Customer
• Safe work, safe mind, safe community
• Blameless Problem Solving
• Say it. Do it. No BS.
• Embrace the adventure.