Vehicle Mechanic

Ventia; Western Australia; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent full-time position (Mon–Fri)

Ongoing training and upskilling

Exposure to Defence vehicles

Wellbeing initiatives (FitnessPassport

VenPerks discounts

Tools, PPE, uniforms and on-site park

Job summary

Ventia’s Defence Maintenance Contract team in Western Australia seeks a Vehicle Mechanic at Irwin Barracks, Karrakatta. You will inspect, diagnose, fault-find, and service a diverse fleet of military vehicles and equipment, in a shared Army workshop, with a Monday–Friday roster and a 12:00pm finish every Friday.

The role offers ongoing training, exposure to Defence vehicles and equipment, wellbeing initiatives, and on-site parking with tools and PPE provided.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Heavy Vehicle Mechanical Technology or equivalent trade qualification.
• Must hold, or be willing to obtain, a Heavy Rigid (HR) Driver's Licence.
• Certificate II in Automotive Air Conditioning or willing to obtain.
• Experience maintaining, servicing and fault finding on light, medium or heavy vehicles.
• Strong diagnostic and troubleshooting skills.
• Confident using computer-based maintenance systems and online technical documentation.
• Able to work independently within a small team environment.
• Experience with SAP, Defence or military maintenance environments will be highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Conduct inspections, diagnostics, fault finding, routine servicing and air-conditioning repairs on Defence vehicles and equipment.
• Complete technical inspections, vehicle classifications and repair assessments.
• Interpret technical manuals and identify repair requirements.
• Carry out repairs and component replacements within workshop capability.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and use maintenance management systems.
• Work autonomously to meet operational timelines and return vehicles to service.
• Uphold high standards of safety, quality and workmanship.

Skills

Diagnostics

Troubleshooting

Maintenance systems

Vehicle servicing

Education

Heavy Vehicle Mechanic certificate

Tools

SAP

Job description

Join Ventia in a role that keeps the Australian Defence Force's wheels turning.

An exciting opportunity is available for a Vehicle Mechanic to join our Defence Maintenance Contract team based at Irwin Barracks, Karrakatta, WA.

Working within a shared Army workshop, you'll support local Defence units by conducting vehicle inspections, diagnostics, fault finding and routine maintenance across a diverse fleet of military vehicles and equipment. This role is ideal for a mechanic who enjoys problem solving, technical investigations and working independently in a stable Monday to Friday role.

Benefits

• Permanent full-time position with excellent work-life balance: Monday to Friday roster with a 12:00pm finish every Friday.
• Ongoing training, development and upskilling opportunities.
• Exposure to unique Defence vehicles and equipment.
• Wellbeing initiatives including Fitness Passport, discounted health insurance and access to a confidential Employee Assistance Program.
• VenPerks: exclusive discounts at over 450 retailers across Australia across retail, travel, entertainment and everyday essentials.
• All tools, PPE, uniforms and on-site parking provided.

About the Role

• Conduct inspections, diagnostics, fault finding, routine servicing and air-conditioning repairs on Defence vehicles and equipment.
• Complete technical inspections, vehicle classifications and repair assessments.
• Interpret technical manuals and identify repair requirements.
• Carry out repairs and component replacements within workshop capability.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and use maintenance management systems.
• Work autonomously to meet operational timelines and return vehicles to service.
• Uphold high standards of safety, quality and workmanship.

About You

• Certificate III in Heavy Vehicle Mechanical Technology or equivalent trade qualification.
• Must hold, or be willing to obtain, a Heavy Rigid (HR) Driver's Licence.
• Hold a Certificate II in Automotive Air Conditioning or be willing to obtain.
• Experience maintaining, servicing and fault finding on light, medium or heavy vehicles.
• Strong diagnostic and troubleshooting skills.
• Confident using computer-based maintenance systems and online technical documentation.
• Able to work independently within a small team environment.
• Experience with SAP, Defence or military maintenance environments will be highly regarded.
• Commitment to safety, quality and continuous improvement.

You must be an Australian Citizen and be able to obtain and maintain an Australian Government Baseline Security Clearance.

About VentiaAs a leading services provider, we maintain, operate, and manage the essential infrastructure that makes modern life possible across Australia and New Zealand. With more than 35,000 employees and subcontractors across 400 sites, joining Ventia means becoming part of a team that values its people, supports career growth, and helps everyone go further towards their full potential.
Our commitment to Fairness, Inclusion and Respect shapes how we lead, collaborate, hire and support one another. We welcome applications from people of all ages, abilities and backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people of all genders, identities, sexual orientations, beliefs and caring responsibilities. We are dedicated to providing an accessible recruitment process and encourage you to request adjustments at any stage.

Position Reference Number: 169381