Vehicle Technology Specialist

Vehicle Technology Specialist

• Bus CCTV WiFi fare-ticketing
• Immediate start
• Melbourne location

About the Role

The Vehicle Technology Specialist will be responsible for the installation maintenance troubleshooting and support of all technology systems deployed across Kinetics bus fleet operating throughout Australia.

This role requires a strong foundation in automotive electrical systems combined with expertise in onboard technology platforms including telematics CCTV passenger WiFi fare ticketing devices and network infrastructure.

The successful candidate will conduct technology discovery assessments resolve urgent technical issues lead the deployment of Teltonika routers as unified network gateways and ensure reliable operation of all in-bus systems across diverse service types including public transport school bus operations coach services charter services and rail replacement services.

Key Responsibilities

• Install configure and maintain inbus technology across a large bus fleet including telematics CCTV passenger WiFi and fare ticketing systems
• Lead the rollout and support of onboard network infrastructure with Teltonika routers as the central gateway
• Perform autoelectrical work related to onboard technology (wiring power distribution fault finding)
• Provide hands-on troubleshooting and rapid resolution of inbus technology issues to minimise vehicle downtime
• Diagnose and resolve connectivity and 4G/cellular network issues affecting onboard systems
• Design configure and support secure reliable onboard networks (VPNs firewalls segmentation)
• Conduct fleet-wide technology assessments identifying gaps risks and opportunities for standardisation
• Partner with IT workshops and fleet teams to deliver installations upgrades and ongoing support
• Ensure all work meets Australian electrical standards safety requirements and privacy obligations

What You Will Bring

• Certificate III in Automotive Electrical Technology or equivalent qualification.
• Current Australian Auto Electrician license/certification.
• Minimum 3-5 years of experience as an auto electrician preferably in commercial vehicle or fleet environments.
• Demonstrated experience with installation and maintenance of electronic systems in vehicles (telematics cameras communication devices).
• Strong understanding of vehicle electrical systems 12V/24V circuits CAN bus systems and automotive wiring standards.
• Practical knowledge of networking concepts including IP addressing routers WiFi and cellular/4G connectivity.
• Proven troubleshooting skills and ability to diagnose complex technical problems systematically.
• Excellent attention to detail with strong documentation and record-keeping abilities.
• Valid drivers license (heavy vehicle license highly desirable).
• Willingness to travel across Australian locations as required to support the national fleet.
• Ability to work independently and manage workload across multiple sites and priorities.

Why Join Us

Youll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impactshaping the future of talent careers and people operations in a business that moves millions and enriches communities every day.

If youre passionate about building diverse capable workforces and creating pathways for future talent wed love to hear from you.

Apply today and help us move communities forward.