Mechanic - Ryde

Busways Group; Ryde; On-site; AUD 105,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Overtime loading & allowances

Tool allowance

Attendance allowance

Annual leave loading 17.5–20%

Long service leave after 7 years

In-house training & development

Advanced technologies exposure

Licence upgrade opportunities

OPAL travel card

Job summary

Busways is seeking a skilled Mechanic for our Ryde Depot in New South Wales. You will service and repair a range of fleet vehicles, ensuring safety, quality and Busways standards are met at all times. Join a team that values safety, collaboration and ongoing development.

You’ll receive extensive training on our fleet and technologies, with opportunities to progress and access upgrades to licences, along with comprehensive shift allowances and generous leave provisions.

Qualifications

• Hold the relevant trade qualifications (MVTC) essential.
• Experience in service and maintenance of vehicles.
• Adhere to WHS regulations and company policies.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience in a team environment on daily maintenance/repair schedules.
• Proactive approach with drive for continuous improvement.
• Physically fit to perform role duties.
• Willing to undergo pre-employment medical and Working with Children check.
• Must be an Australian citizen, permanent resident or have unrestricted working rights in Australia.
• Hold a current unrestricted Australian driver's licence.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Proactive mindset

Physically fit

Education

MVTC trade qualification

Tools

Driver's licence

Job description

Mechanic

Looking for your next opportunity? Contribute your experience and skills to our team! We’re currently seeking an individual who is reliable and passionate in their trade to join our team, supporting innovation 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 Ryde Depot.

What We Offer

• $5000 SIGN ON BONUS! See link to view T&C’s at the bottom of the ad
• Earning Potential: $105,000 - $120,000+ including reasonable overtime loading and generous allowances (inc. superannuation)
• $37.19 - $42.96 per hour, depending on skills and experienceâ¯â¯
• Tool Allowance: $20.61 payable weekly
• Attendance Allowance: $30.15 payable on rostered worked hours
• Annual Leave loading of 17.5% - 20% (dependent on consecutive shift type and pattern)
• Up to 5 weeks annual leave ((dependent on consecutive shift type and pattern)
• 15 days sick leave accrued annually
• Eligible for long service leave after 7 years
• Other applicable allowances payable as engaged listed in the relevant industrial instrument
• 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 of $1,000 for successfully referring qualified candidates for selected positions
• Employee OPAL card: Providing free travel on the Opal network for employees.

Role Responsibilities

• 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

At Busways, our core focus is on quality customer service, stakeholder engagement and employee development. to visit our website and learn more about our story, expertise, and explore further career opportunities within our organisation.

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
• 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 to undergo a 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

• Heavy vehicle diesel mechanic experience (we provide training and development)

For any queries about the role please contact the Group Assets Manager, Fleet: Branko Pecanac on 0428 014 378.

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.

Sign on bonus - T&C's