Heavy Vehicle Diesel Mechanic

CDC Canberra is seeking a skilled and experienced Heavy Vehicle Diesel Mechanic to join our Workshop team based at our Queanbeyan Bus Depot working mornings from 5am-2pm.

Reporting to the Workshop Supervisor ,this permanent, full-time position is responsible for carry out maintenance and repair services on our fleet to ensure our vehicles are safe, reliable and efficient.

What we can offer:

• Great earning potential including occasional overtime available.

• Hourly rate of $44.87 an hour based on skills and experience.

• License Upgrade Opportunities: Upgrade from a car licence to HR licence, with costs covered by the company.

• Career Progression: The chance to fulfil higher duties or undertake additional roles.

• Employee Referral Program: Opportunity to earn a cash bonus for successfully referring qualified candidates for selected positions.

• Corporate Discounts and Perks: An extensive range of discounted products and services available to employees through a variety of trusted providers.

Responsibilities Include:

• Undertaking daily vehicle repair, diagnostics and maintenance activities to ensure delivery of services.

• Fulfilling vehicle preventative maintenance schedules and requirements.

• Maintaining vehicle monitoring and reporting systems.

• Utilising diagnostic equipment and tools to identify and resolve vehicle issues accurately.

• Responding to, investigating and repairing vehicle defects as notified by drivers.

• Being available for breakdown and service callouts and on-road incidents as required from time to time.

To be successful in this role you will have:

• Trade qualification as a Heavy Vehicle Diesel Mechanic and currently hold or able to obtain a Tradesperson Certificate (Motor Vehicle) from Fair Trading

• Demonstrated experience working on heavy vehicles with experience with buses being highly regarded

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in safe and considered manner

• Demonstrated ability to work safely and in accordance with policies and procedures

Candidate's with a HR Driver Licence or Forklift ticket or auto-electrical experience would be highly regarded.

For the right candidate we are willing to accept a 4th year apprentice or recently trade qualified person.

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All applicants must have unrestricted work rights in Australia and be willing and able to participate in pre-employment checks including a police check, pre-employment medical (including drug & alcohol testing) and qualification verification.

Our Parent Company

With ComfortDelGro Corporation Australia (CDC) as our parent company, CDC Canberra is fortunate to be part of one of the largest land transport companies in the world whilst still maintaining our unique identity serving communities across the Australia Capital Territory and NSW Southern Tablelands. Internationally, ComfortDelGro operates in seven countries and has a global network of more than 24,300 staff and 34,000 vehicles, including buses, taxis, trains, and rental vehicles.

CDC is an equal employment opportunity (EEO) employer committed to attracting and developing a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We encourage and welcome applications from all genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, people who identify as LGBTQIA+, individuals with a disability and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.