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Looking for your next opportunity? Contribute your knowledge and skills to our team! We’re currently seeking a highly experienced individual who is reliable and passionate in leading a team on a daily basis. This key role will assist in ongoing support of innovative practices as we continue to strive towards being an industry leader in the maintenance of our fleet. Come on board with Busways as a Mechanic at our Macksville Depot.

What We Offer:
$2000 SIGN ON BONUS INCENTIVE PAYMENT - See link to view T&C’s at the bottom of the ad
Earning Potential: $90,000 - $115,000+ including reasonable overtime loading and generous allowances Inclusive of super
$36.01 - $39.76 per hour, depending on skills and experience 
Tool Allowance: $17.90 payable weekly
Attendance Allowance: $32 payable on rostered worked hours
Annual Leave: loading of 17.5%
Ongoing Training and Development: Including in-house Heavy Vehicle Brake courses presented by a registered TAFE teacher
Exposure to Advanced Technologies: Work on a range of vehicles, including Euro 5 & 6 technologies
Licence Upgrade Opportunities: Upgrade from a car licence to MR licence, with costs covered by the company
Career Progression: The chance to fulfil higher duties or undertake additional roles
Benefit Programs: Fitness passport, Novated Lease options, Employee Assistance Programs and more
Team Environment: Work in a close knit, team oriented environment with quarterly BBQs to celebrate together
Employee Referral Programs: Opportunity to earn a cash bonus for successfully referring qualified candidates for selected positions
Role Responsibilities:
This role requires a mature and professional approach with excellent communication skills. Your main duties will include:

Diagnosing, inspecting, reconditioning, repairing, assembling the fleet and ensuring safety, quality and Busways standards are followed at all times.
Maintaining all company vehicles and assets in accordance with Manufacturer's guidelines
Ensuring all maintenance work is performed according to company procedures.
Attend breakdowns and carry out any field related mechanical repairs
Effectively and efficiently communicate any safety or maintenance issues
Adhering to all Work, Health & Safety requirements whilst performing work duties
Maintaining clean workshop practices
Reporting and repairing all accident damage as required
Performing ad-hoc tasks and other duties as directed
Our workshop staff play a critical role within the business to ensure our ever-evolving fleet of vehicles are continually maintained to the highest standard to keep our staff and passengers safe out on the road.

You can expect to be provided with all necessary training, this will include relevant information about our various makes and models of vehicles to ensure a thorough understanding of standards required to meet contract obligations.

About Us:
Busways is the largest Australian-owned bus operator and the most experienced Australian bus specialist, delivering high-performing transport services since 1942. As the first choice for real[1]world solutions, we provide public bus services on behalf of state governments. Our team of 2,800 operates 1,350 buses and 53 million journeys annually.

Choose an Organisation that Values You:
We invite you to consider Busways as your Employer of choice through this opportunity. Join an organisation who supports an inclusive and safe, team focused environment, where you can expect to work alongside leaders and colleagues with diverse skills and knowledge to share, contributing towards the creation of a meaningful employment experience. We value, recognise and appreciate that our employees are the driving force behind our success, allowing us to thrive.

We offer our employees the chance to develop, evolve and take on additional duties throughout their time with us, providing possibilities to progress their career over time. We encourage our employees to follow their passion for growth within the organisation, supporting advancement throughout the journey they choose to share with us.

The Successful Applicant Will:
Hold the relevant trade qualifications (MVTC) essential
Certificate lll in commercial vehicle mechanical technology or above, but will consider Certificate lll in light vehicle mechanical technology with 4 - 5 years post apprenticeship experience in a similar role with the same level of responsibilities would be highly regarded
Have experience in the service and maintenance of vehicles (training provided to develop these skillS
Ensure adherence and understanding to WHS regulations and relevant company policies
Possess strong verbal and written communication skills
Have experience working in a team environment on daily maintenance and repair schedules
Apply a proactive approach with a drive for continuous improvement
Be physically fit to carry out the necessities of the role
Be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or have unrestricted working rights in Australia
Hold a current Unrestricted Australian drivers licence issued by the relevant State
Highly Regarded but Not Necessary:
Medium Rigid (MR) or above Australian drivers licence
Will consider licenced (MVTC) car mechanics with a minimum of 3-year post apprenticeship experience
Heavy vehicle diesel mechanic experience (we provide training and development)