Mechanic Leading Hand (Fleet)

About the role

Cleanaway is looking for a hands-on Mechanic Leading Hand to join its Malaga workshop, working across a modern heavy vehicle fleet. The role is 70% on the tools and 30% leadership, leading a team of up to 10 mechanics across day and night shifts.

Key responsibilities

• Carry out servicing, diagnostics, breakdowns and hydraulic repairs.
• Lead and mentor a team of mechanics and apprentices.
• Support day-to-day workshop operations and handovers between shifts.
• Drive safety, performance and continuous improvement.

Required profile

• Trade qualified (Cert III in Heavy Vehicle or Mobile Plant Technology).
• 3-5+ years' experience in a similar role.
• Strong leadership presence with the ability to drive change.
• Must be able to work rotating day and night shifts and be on call on weekends.
• Must pass pre-employment medical and drug screen.
• Background in transport, waste, mining or civil is desirable.

Required skills

• Solid diagnostic and heavy vehicle repair experience.
• HR/HC/MC and/or forklift licence.

What we offer

• Pay of $52.59 per hour and above, with a $5K attraction bonus, $20K retention bonus and overtime opportunities.
• Full uniform and laundry service provided.
• A supportive team and a well-established workshop.
• Flexible working arrangements, career opportunities and paid parental leave.
• Employee share program, company discounts, salary packaging, flu vaccinations, EAP and discounts on private health insurance.