Vehicle Reconditioning Inspector

Midcoast Trucks; Macksville; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time employment

Training & development

Diverse heavy-vehicle work

Career progression

Job summary

Midcoast Trucks is seeking a Vehicle Reconditioning Inspector in Macksville. You will inspect, tag and process vehicles to meet NHVR roadworthy standards and our quality requirements before delivery. Based at Head Office, you’ll support multiple departments and ensure accurate records.

The role emphasizes detail, safety and teamwork, with opportunities for training and progression in a growing business.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ mechanical experience in automotive, transport, heavy vehicle, fleet or equipment.
• Strong knowledge of vehicle inspections and compliance requirements.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Experience using digital compliance and record-keeping systems.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong commitment to safety and quality standards.
• Qualification in Heavy Vehicle Inspection to NHVR standards.
• Hold a Heavy Vehicle Driver Licence.

Responsibilities

• Conducting detailed vehicle inspections and roadworthiness assessments.
• Processing and tagging incoming vehicles.
• Completing vehicle book-ins and photographic documentation.
• Identifying compliance, safety and mechanical issues.
• Carrying out minor repairs where required.
• Maintaining accurate inspection, compliance and road test records.
• Managing truck logs, weighbridge records and related documentation.
• Training and assisting new team members in inspection procedures.

Skills

Mechanical background

Attention to detail

Independent worker

Team collaboration

Education

NHVR Heavy Vehicle Inspection

Job description

Do you have a strong mechanical background and a keen eye for detail?

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Vehicle Reconditioning Inspector to join our growing operation in Macksville. This is an excellent opportunity to work with a diverse range of heavy vehicles while playing a critical role in ensuring compliance, safety and quality standards are met before vehicles are prepared for sale and delivery. This position is located at our Head Office, 2 Centra Park Street, Macksville.

About the Role

As a Motor Vehicle Team Inspector, you will be responsible for inspecting, tagging and processing vehicles, vehicle body equipment and material handling equipment to ensure they meet NHVR roadworthy requirements and Midcoast Trucks’ quality standards.

• Conducting detailed vehicle inspections and roadworthiness assessments.
• Processing and tagging incoming vehicles.
• Completing vehicle book-ins and photographic documentation.
• Identifying compliance, safety and mechanical issues.
• Carrying out minor repairs where required.
• Maintaining accurate inspection, compliance and road test records.
• Managing truck logs, weighbridge records and related documentation.
• Supporting vehicle preparation and delivery schedules across multiple departments.
• Training and assisting new team members in inspection procedures.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Minimum 5 years’ mechanical experience within the automotive, transport, heavy vehicle, fleet or equipment industry.
• Strong knowledge of vehicle inspections and compliance requirements.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Experience using digital compliance and record-keeping systems.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• A strong commitment to safety and quality standards.
• Qualification in Heavy Vehicle Inspection to NHVR standards.
• Heavy Vehicle Driver Licence.

Why Join Midcoast Trucks?

At Midcoast Trucks, you’re joining more than a business. You’re joining a team that values loyalty, development and long-term career growth. We pride ourselves on providing a supportive work environment where employees are encouraged to learn, contribute and succeed.

What We Offer

• Full-time, stable employment
• Supportive and professional team environment
• Diverse and interesting work with heavy vehicles
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Career progression within a growing business

All applications will be treated confidentially.

Remuneration based on experience.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.