Leading Hand Road Transport Mechanic

About the role

A Kalgoorlie workshop needs a Leading Hand Road Transport Mechanic. The client is the maintenance arm of an established Western Australian waste, recycling and resources group, which has grown from one person to about 30 tradespeople and is hiring more. The role is hands-on, keeping the fleet running safely while setting the standard for quality, safety and productivity.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and support the workshop team day to day, including allocating and prioritising jobs
• Service, maintain and repair road transport vehicles, trailers and dollies
• Diagnose complex faults and carry out major repairs
• Check work quality and ensure jobs are completed safely and on time
• Attend breakdowns in the field when required
• Keep accurate service records and promote a strong safety culture

Required profile

• Trade qualification in heavy vehicle or road transport mechanics
• 5+ years' post-trade experience preferred; leading hand or supervisory experience highly regarded
• Based in Kalgoorlie or willing to relocate there
• Driver's licence (HR or MC licence desirable)
• Clear National Police Clearance
• Ability to pass a full pre-employment medical and drug and alcohol test

What we offer

• $180,000 salary in a permanent full-time role
• 5&2 roster, Monday to Friday, day shift only, 10-hour shifts, home every night, no FIFO
• Public holidays
• A leadership role in a growing maintenance business with long-term security

The fleet includes Scania, UD Trucks and Volvo prime movers and rigids, Kingvac vacuum trucks, trailers and dollies. To apply, submit a resume through the application form.