CareerPlan

Heavy Vehicle Mechanic

Cairns, QueenslandFull-time2026-10-08 → 2026-10-13

Core

Perform scheduled servicing, preventative maintenance, and repairs on a fleet of urban, regional, school, and charter buses to ensure safety and reliability.

Role type

Heavy Vehicle Mechanic (Bus Fleet)

Builds

Public transport bus fleet

Domain

Public Transport / Heavy Commercial Vehicles

Deliverable

physical/clinical work

Required skills

Heavy vehicle mechanical repair, electrical system diagnosis, brake system repair, air-conditioning repair, engine repair, transmission repair, brake testing, wheel rotation, computer diagnostics, WHS compliance, parts identification, stock control, apprenticeship mentoring

Preferred skills

Bus-specific experience, heavy-rigid license, forklift license, computer-controlled diagnostics exposure

Technologies

Computer-controlled diagnostic systems

Responsibilities

Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, brake, air-conditioning, engine, and transmission systems; respond to breakdowns and call-outs; complete work orders and maintenance records; assist with parts identification and stock control; support and mentor apprentices; maintain safety-first approach and comply with environmental requirements

Seniority

Mid-level, hands-on IC