Heavy Vehicle Mechanic

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Synergie Australia are currently seeking qualified Heavy Vehicle Mechanics to join our clients teamon a defence base inDarwin NT. This is an ongoing opportunity with the potential for permanency for the right candidate.

If you are an experienced Cert III Heavy Vehicle Mechanic looking for stable hours competitive rates and the opportunity to work on specialised heavy assets we want to hear from you.

About the Role

Reporting to the Technical Supervisor you will perform all trade-related tasks associated with the maintenance and repair of vehicles plant and equipment.

You will work on a wide range of heavy military vehicles and equipment including:

• 4WD vehicles

• Heavy trucks

• Tracked and armoured vehicles

• Earthmoving equipment

• Generators pumps compressors and drilling rigs

This role involves routine servicing diagnostics overhauls and repairs of mechanical hydraulic and electrical systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct maintenance inspection and classification tasks in line with Work Orders and required standards

• Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical faults

• Service and overhaul engines transmissions differentials and suspension systems

• Repair and maintain hydraulic systems

• Diagnose overhaul repair and maintain diesel-powered vehicles

• Test and repair braking systems (including electronic brakes)

• Conduct roadworthiness inspections

• Perform welding tasks (Oxy ARC TIG and MIG as required)

• Complete job cards and documentation in the Commonwealth Mandated Information System

• Manage issued parts and consumables

• Provide technical feedback and advice to operators

• Identify and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives

Work Schedule

• Monday Thursday: 7:30am 4:00pm

• Friday: 7:30am 2:00pm

• 38 hours per week (7.6 hours per day)

• Immediate start available

Mandatory Requirements

• Certificate III in Heavy Vehicle Mechanical Technology (or equivalent)

• Heavy Vehicle qualification only (Light Vehicle not accepted)

• Australian Citizenship

• Police Check (valid within 28 days) or willing to obtain

• Academic transcript required prior to offer

Preferred (Desirable)

• Heavy Rigid (HR) Licence

• Defence experience (highly regarded but not essential)

• Ability to work both independently and within a team

Why Apply

• Competitive hourly rate: $62.50 - $85.93

• Consistent weekday hours

• Long-term contract opportunity

• Potential pathway to permanency

• Work on specialised heavy military equipment

• Onsite parking available

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