Heavy Vehicle Road Transport Mechanic

Heavy Vehicle Road Transport Mechanic  - Balcatta - Permanent

Join Western Power and keep WA moving.

We’re seeking a skilled and experienced Heavy Vehicle Road Transport Mechanic to join our team at Western Power’s Balcatta Depot.

Your Role in Action 

As a key member of our maintenance team, you’ll work hands‑on across Western Power’s fleet of heavy vehicles and plant, ensuring reliability, safety, and operational excellence. 

Key responsibilities include

• Diagnosing mechanical, hydraulic and electrical faults 

• Carrying out scheduled servicing and preventative maintenance 

• Performing inspections, safety checks, and compliance work 

• Repair and ongoing maintenance of heavy vehicles and plant equipment 

This role offers variety, challenge, and the opportunity to work with a wide range of modern equipment in a high‑performing team. 

Remuneration & Allowances 

This role is covered under the CEPU Agreement and offers an attractive hourly base rate starting from $57.96 per hour (+ 25% Casual loading), dependent on qualifications and authorisations held. In addition, employees receive a site allowance of $2.50 per hour applied to all hours worked. This package reflects our commitment to rewarding skills, experience, and flexibility.

What Makes You a Great Fit 

You’ll bring strong technical capability, a safety‑first mindset, and the ability to work collaboratively. 

Essential skills & experience

• AQF3 Trade Qualification in Heavy Duty Mechanics, Auto Electrics, or Mechanical Fitting 

• Proven industry experience as a Heavy Vehicle or Plant Mechanic 

• Experience diagnosing and repairing hydraulic and low‑voltage electrical systems 

• Strong teamwork skills and a reliable, proactive work ethic 

• Current WA ‘C’ Class Driver’s Licence 

Desirable licences (or willingness to obtain)

• WA HR Driver’s Licence 

• High Risk Licence – EWP 

• High Risk Licence – Dogging 

• High Risk Licence – Forklift 

Why Join Western Power? 

At Western Power, you’ll play a part in powering a cleaner energy future while building a long‑term, rewarding career. We invest in our people and support genuine career progression. 

What’s in it for you

• Fortnightly RDO  

• Opportunity to purchase up to four additional weeks of leave per year 

• Two additional leave days annually 

• Modern end‑of‑trip facilities at South Metro Depot 

• On‑site café for convenient meals and refreshments 

• Salary packaging, discounted private health insurance & gym memberships 

• Active social club and award‑winning recognition programs 

• Over 50% of roles filled through internal career progression 

We value diversity and inclusivity, encouraging applications from all backgrounds, including women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and LGBTQIA+ communities. As a WORK180-endorsed employer for women, we are proud of our commitment to inclusion. You can learn more about this through our Reconciliation Action Plan and Disability Access and Inclusion Plan.