Heavy Diesel Mechanic – Blacktown, NSW | $55/hr
We are a leading recruitment agency working on behalf of our valued client, a well-established family-friendly business based in Blacktown, NSW. They specialise in the repair and maintenance of heavy diesel trucks and trailers, particularly float trailers. They are seeking a qualified Heavy Diesel Mechanic to join their team and contribute to their reputation for high-quality service.
This role offers a supportive work environment with a strong team culture, including regular team lunches and an emphasis on work-life balance.
Position Details:
- Job Title: Heavy Diesel Mechanic
- Location: Blacktown, NSW
- Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent
- Salary: $55 per hour, plus overtime opportunities
- Work Hours: 38 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with occasional overtime as needed
- Superannuation: as per Australian standards
- Start Date: Immediate start available
Job Duties:
As a Heavy Diesel Mechanic, you will be responsible for a wide range of tasks, including but not limited to:
- Diagnosing and Troubleshooting: Utilise diagnostic tools and equipment to accurately identify mechanical issues in heavy diesel trucks and trailers, including engine, transmission, brake, and suspension systems.
- Servicing and Maintenance: Perform routine preventative maintenance, including oil changes, filter replacements, fluid checks, and general inspections of key components like engines, transmissions, braking systems, and electrical systems.
- Major Repairs: Conduct extensive repairs on engines, transmissions, differentials, clutches, brakes, air conditioning systems, and hydraulic components. This includes the disassembly, repair, and reassembly of complex systems.
- Float Trailer Specialisation: Diagnose and repair issues specific to float trailers, including axle repairs, hydraulic system maintenance, and load-bearing capacity checks.
- Brake System Repairs: Perform detailed brake inspections, adjustments, and repairs on both air brake and hydraulic brake systems, ensuring compliance with all relevant safety standards.
- Electrical Systems: Diagnose and repair electrical faults, including wiring, alternators, starters, batteries, and lighting systems, using diagnostic equipment and electrical schematics.
- Welding and Fabrication: Perform minor welding and fabrication work as needed to repair or reinforce parts of trucks or trailers.
- Component Overhaul: Overhaul critical mechanical components such as engines, transmissions, differentials, and final drive assemblies, ensuring all parts meet manufacturer specifications and safety standards.
- Road Testing: Perform road tests to ensure repairs have been successfully completed and that vehicles are fully operational and compliant with road safety regulations.
- Record Keeping: Accurately document all maintenance and repair activities, including parts used, time spent, and job details, using the company’s job management system.
- Compliance and Safety: Adhere to all workplace health and safety regulations, ensuring a safe working environment. This includes wearing appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE), ensuring proper disposal of waste materials, and following all safe work procedures.
- Team Collaboration: Work collaboratively with other mechanics and workshop staff to ensure efficient workflow, sharing knowledge, and assisting junior team members when necessary.
Skills and Qualifications:
To be successful in this role, you must meet the following qualifications and possess the necessary skills:
- Cert III in Heavy Commercial Vehicle Mechanical Technology or an equivalent qualification is essential.
- Minimum 3 years of post-qualification experience as a heavy diesel mechanic, with demonstrable experience in diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining heavy diesel trucks and trailers.
- Strong Diagnostic Skills: Proven experience in using diagnostic tools and equipment to troubleshoot issues related to engines, transmissions, differentials, air and hydraulic brakes, electrical systems, and suspension components.
- Experience with Diesel Engines: Expertise in maintaining and repairing a variety of diesel engines, including Cummins, Detroit, Caterpillar, and others.
- Brake System Expertise: In-depth knowledge of both air brake and hydraulic brake systems, including the ability to inspect, adjust, and repair these systems to ensure compliance with Australian standards.
- Hydraulic and Pneumatic Systems: Experience in repairing and maintaining hydraulic and pneumatic systems, particularly on float trailers and other heavy equipment.
- Electrical Systems Proficiency: Ability to diagnose and repair electrical issues, including experience working with wiring, alternators, starters, and lighting systems.
- Transmission and Driveline Experience: Skilled in servicing and overhauling transmissions, clutches, differentials, and driveline components.
- Fabrication and Welding: Basic welding and fabrication skills to repair and reinforce components when necessary.
- Safety-Oriented: Strong understanding of workplace health and safety standards, including the safe handling of tools and hazardous materials.
- Attention to Detail: High level of accuracy and attention to detail, ensuring all repairs meet manufacturer specifications and safety requirements.
- Australian Manual Driver’s Licence: Preferred but not essential.
- Kenworth Experience: Experience working on Kenworth trucks is advantageous but not required.
Who Should Apply:
- Australian citizens and permanent residents are strongly encouraged to apply.
- Candidates must have the right to work in Australia.
- Visa sponsorship may be available for highly qualified candidates if a suitable Australian citizen or permanent resident is not identified during the recruitment process.
Why Join:
- Salary: Competitive rate of $55 per hour, plus superannuation, aligned with industry standards and award rates.
- Family-Friendly Culture: A balanced work-life environment, including weekly team lunches at local restaurants.
- Specialisation: Work alongside industry specialists on heavy diesel trucks and float trailers.
- Career Growth: Opportunities for long-term career development and training in a well-established business.
Labour Market Testing requirements, ensuring we consider Australian candidates first. However, visa sponsorship will be considered if no suitable local candidates are found.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $55.00 per hour
Expected hours: 38 per week
Schedule:
Work Location: In person
