Heavy Diesel Mechanic
Onshore applicants only
Visa sponsorship
Automotive · Perth, WA, Australia · Full-Time · $55/hr · Visa: Employer sponsored · Applicants: Onshore applicants only
Perth is the base for a family-owned West Australian transport and tourism business that runs coaches and buses, and it needs skilled, motivated Heavy Vehicle Mechanics for its workshop. Mechanics keep a varied fleet safe, reliable and presentable through servicing, modifications, diagnosis and repair, and occasionally travel to other WA sites.
Bus and coach experience helps but is not required. Casual and full-time work are both available, and hours and shift patterns are agreed at interview. Candidates must hold Australian work rights when they apply. Employer sponsorship is available for suitably qualified applicants. Applications close on 21 November 2026.
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Key Responsibilities
- Inspect and maintain company vehicles to the company's standards
- Diagnose, service and repair a range of heavy vehicles, and install and repair mechanical parts
- Maintain fleet and repair records to manufacturer specifications and the WA omnibus vehicle maintenance program
- Help look after vehicle monitoring systems such as wifi, GPS tracking, communications, CCTV and sensors
- Record servicing online, handle general workshop upkeep and road-test vehicles when needed
Requirements & Eligibility
- Mechanical trade qualification in heavy commercial vehicles, or similar
- Experience with heavy diesel vehicles; buses and coaches preferred but not essential
- Diagnostic strength and awareness of WA transport compliance requirements
- Current Australian working rights
- A current driver's licence, with HR class highly regarded
- Working at heights certificate and relevant high risk work licences, or a willingness to obtain them
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