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Heavy Vehicle Technician / Diesel Mechanic

Automotive · Sunshine West, Melbourne VIC, Australia · Full-Time · $80,000/yr

A qualification is just the starting point. For this role, you need a proven record of doing the work well.

Established operations across Victoria want Heavy Vehicle Diesel Mechanics with genuine hands-on experience. Workshop repairs or mobile field service, either strength works, but your practical skills and employment background will weigh heavily in selection. Have verifiable records ready.

Expect exposure to different heavy vehicle fleets, truck brands and repair requirements, with room to develop your career in the heavy automotive industry. Never pay anyone for a job offer; a genuine employer will not ask you to.

Key Responsibilities

  • Diagnose diesel-related, electrical and mechanical faults
  • Service and maintain heavy commercial vehicles
  • Complete scheduled servicing and preventative maintenance
  • Repair and fault-find across heavy vehicle systems, including breakdown repairs and corrective maintenance
  • Inspect trucks, trailers and associated parts
  • Apply mechanical testing procedures and diagnostic equipment
  • Work across customer fleets and a range of truck brands
  • Take on field service or workshop assignments as required
  • Keep repair documentation and service records, and maintain tools, equipment and service vehicles in good order
  • Stick to workplace health, safety and quality procedures
  • Collaborate with supervisors and fellow technicians

Requirements & Eligibility

  • Essential: Certificate III in Heavy Commercial Vehicle Mechanical Technology
  • Proven hands-on experience as a Heavy Vehicle Diesel Mechanic with demonstrated servicing, repair and diagnostic capability
  • Genuine, verifiable employment history in heavy vehicle mechanics, with evidence of relevant qualifications and work experience you can provide
  • Current Australian driver's licence and Australian working rights appropriate to the position
  • Strong mechanical problem-solving
  • Commitment to safe, high-quality work
  • Able to work alone and as part of a technical team
  • Willing to work in field service or workshop environments
  • Sponsorship for eligible candidates, subject to requirements and approvals

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