Heavy Vehicle Road Transport Mechanic

Overview

Repair, service, and maintain heavy vehicle fleet for Western Power

Key Responsibilities

• inspections
• fault diagnosis
• repairs
• servicing
• maintenance
• fleet operations

Tasks

As part of our dedicated team, you’ll be responsible for the repair, servicing, maintenance, and operational work on Western Power’s fleet of heavy vehicles and plant. This hands-on role offers the opportunity to work on a diverse range of equipment, ensuring reliability and safety across our operations. -Conducting inspections and safety checks -Diagnosing faults and performing repairs -Carry out scheduled servicing and maintenance

Requirements

• teamwork
• forklift
• aqf3
• heavy vehicle
• c licence
• hydraulics

What You Bring

We’re currently seeking a skilled and experienced Heavy Vehicle Road Transport Mechanic to join our team based at our brand-new state-of-the-art South Metro Depot in Forrestdale, conveniently located next to Tonkin Highway. Spanning across 120,000 square meters. With the latest infrastructure and technology, the depot empowers all employees to create that perfect work-life balance whilst operating in an inclusive and diverse workplace. -Highly developed teamwork skills - Must be able to work as part of a high performing team. -High Risk licence class Forklift (Desirable) -Base Trade qualification (AQF3) in either Heavy Duty Mechanics, Auto Electrics, or Mechanical Fitter -Fortnightly RDO -High Risk licence class Dogging (Desirable) -Demonstrated industry experience as a Heavy vehicle / Plant Mechanic -High Risk licence class EWP (Desirable) -Valid WA ‘HR' Driver's License (Desirable) -Valid WA ‘C' class licence (essential) -Experienced in diagnosis and repair of hydraulics / low voltage electrical.

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Benefits

We value diversity and inclusivity, encouraging applications from all backgrounds, including women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and LGBTQIA+ communities. Find out more about our Reconciliation Action Plan and Disability Access and Inclusion Plan. -Access to salary packaging, social club activities, and discounted health insurance and gym membership. -Over 50% of our employment opportunities are driven by career progression. -An award-winning employee recognition and benefits programme. -Access to end-of-trip facilities at our Perth office and South Metro Depot, perfect for cyclists. -In addition to standard leave, enjoy two wellness leave days each year. -The opportunity to purchase up to four weeks of additional leave per year. -On-site café available for convenient meals and refreshments throughout the day.

About Western Power

-Focus on modernizing infrastructure with smart grid technology to enhance reliability and reduce outages. -Key role in connecting renewable energy sources, such as wind and solar, to promote cleaner energy solutions. -Typical projects include construction and maintenance of substations, distribution lines, and cutting-edge technology integration. -Noteworthy projects involve automated fault detection systems and grid resilience initiatives for extreme weather events.

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