Mechanic- Kempsey

Busways; Kempsey; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Earning potential: 110k-120k+

Tool allowance weekly

Attendance allowance

Annual leave loading 17.5%

In-house training & development

Licence upgrade costs covered

Career progression opportunities

Novated lease options

Fitness passport

Employee assistance programs

Team environment with quarterly BBQs

Employee referral program

Job summary

Busways is seeking a highly experienced Mechanic for our Kempsey Depot. You will lead a maintenance team, diagnose and repair a range of fleet vehicles, and ensure safety and high standards. The role offers training opportunities, career progression, and competitive remuneration.

You will hold MVTC qualifications and a Certificate III in mechanical technology with relevant experience. A pre-employment medical and working with children check are required, along with a valid Australian driver’s

Qualifications

• Trade qualifications (MVTC) are essential.
• Certificate III in commercial vehicle mechanical technology or above is preferred.
• Experience in service and maintenance of vehicles is required.
• Adherence to WHS regulations and company policies is necessary.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills are required.
• Experience working in a team on daily maintenance and repair schedules is desirable.
• Proactive approach with a drive for continuous improvement.
• Physically fit and able to undergo pre-employment medical and working with children checks.
• Australian citizen, permanent resident, or unrestricted working rights in Australia.
• Current unrestricted Australian driver's licence is required.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, inspect, recondition, repair and assemble fleet to Busways standards.
• Maintain all company vehicles and assets per Manufacturer guidelines.
• Ensure maintenance work follows company procedures.
• Attend breakdowns and perform field mechanical repairs.
• Communicate safety or maintenance issues clearly and promptly.
• Comply with WHS regulations during duties.
• Maintain clean and safe workshop practices.
• Report and repair accident damage as required.
• Perform ad-hoc tasks as directed.

Skills

Communication skills

Team leadership

Safety compliance

Education

MVTC qualifications

Certificate III in commercial vehicle mechanical technology or higher

Certificate III in light vehicle mechanical technology with 4–5 years post-apprenticeship experience

Job description

Looking for your next opportunity? Contribute your knowledge and skills to our team! We’re currently seeking a highly experienced individual who is reliable and passionate in leading a team on a daily basis. This key role will assist in ongoing support of innovative practices as we continue to strive towards being an industry leader in the maintenance of our fleet. Come on board with Busways as a Mechanic at our Kempsey Depot.

What We Offer

• Earning Potential: $110,000 - $120,000+including reasonable overtime loading and generous allowances Inclusive of super
• Tool Allowance: $17.90 payable weekly
• Attendance Allowance: $32 payable on rostered worked hours
• Annual Leave: loading of 17.5%
• Ongoing Training and Development: Including in-house Heavy Vehicle Brake courses presented by a registered TAFE teacher
• Exposure to Advanced Technologies: Work on a range of vehicles, including Euro 5 & 6 technologies
• Licence Upgrade Opportunities: Upgrade from a car licence to MR licence, with costs covered by the company
• Career Progression: The chance to fulfil higher duties or undertake additional roles
• Benefit Programs: Fitness passport, Novated Lease options, Employee Assistance Programs and more
• Team Environment: Work in a close knit, team oriented environment with quarterly BBQs to celebrate together
• Employee Referral Programs: Opportunity to earn a cash bonus for successfully referring qualified candidates for selected positions

Role Responsibilities

This role requires a mature and professional approach with excellent communication skills. Your main duties will include:

• Diagnosing, inspecting, reconditioning, repairing, assembling the fleet and ensuring safety, quality and Busways standards are followed at all times.
• Maintaining all company vehicles and assets in accordance with Manufacturer's guidelines
• Ensuring all maintenance work is performed according to company procedures.
• Attend breakdowns and carry out any field related mechanical repairs
• Effectively and efficiently communicate any safety or maintenance issues
• Adhering to all Work, Health & Safety requirements whilst performing work duties
• Maintaining clean workshop practices
• Reporting and repairing all accident damage as required
• Performing ad-hoc tasks and other duties as directed

Our workshop staff play a critical role within the business to ensure our ever-evolving fleet of vehicles are continually maintained to the highest standard to keep our staff and passengers safe out on the road.

You can expect to be provided with all necessary training, this will include relevant information about our various makes and models of vehicles to ensure a thorough understanding of standards required to meet contract obligations.

About Us

Busways is the largest Australian-owned bus operator and most experienced Australian bus specialist, delivering high-performing transport services since 1942. As the first choice for real-world solutions, we provide public bus services on behalf of state governments. Our team of 2,800 operates 1,350 buses and 47 million journeys annually.

Choose an Organisation that Values You

We invite you to consider Busways as your Employer of choice through this opportunity. Join an organisation who supports an inclusive and safe, team focused environment, where you can expect to work alongside leaders and colleagues with diverse skills and knowledge to share, contributing towards the creation of a meaningful employment experience. We value, recognise and appreciate that our employees are the driving force behind our success, allowing us to thrive.

We offer our employees the chance to develop, evolve and take on additional duties throughout their time with us, providing possibilities to progress their career over time. We encourage our employees to follow their passion for growth within the organisation, supporting advancement throughout the journey they choose to share with us.

The Successful Applicant Will

• Hold the relevant trade qualifications (MVTC) essential
• Certificate lll in commercial vehicle mechanical technology or above, but will consider Certificate lll in light vehicle mechanical technology with 4 - 5 years post apprenticeship experience in a similar role with the same level of responsibilities would be highly regarded.
• Have experience in the service and maintenance of vehicles (training provided to develop these skills)
• Ensure adherence and understanding to WHS regulations and relevant company policies
• Possess strong verbal and written communication skills
• Have experience working in a team environment on daily maintenance and repair schedules
• Apply a proactive approach with a drive for continuous improvement
• Be physically fit to carry out the necessities of the role
• Be willing toundergoa pre-employment medical check, and working with children check.
• Be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or have unrestricted working rights in Australia
• Hold a current Unrestricted Australian drivers licence issued by the relevant State

Highly Regarded but Not Necessary

• Medium Rigid (MR) or above Australian drivers licence
• Heavy vehicle diesel mechanic experience (we provide training and development)

Busways is committed to being an Equal Opportunity Employer, with a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We encourage applications from all individuals, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and those from diverse social, cultural, and gender backgrounds.

No agency applications, please.

For any queries about the role please contact the Regional Assets Manager, Fleet: Shane Golden on 0417 662 ***