Heavy Vehicle Diesel Mechanic

CHS Broadbent are seeking a qualified diesel mechanic to fill a full-time position (third or fourth year apprentice applications are also welcomed) to work across our modern fleet of Kenworth and Mack trucks, as well as earthmoving and agricultural machinery.

This opportunity provides for secure, long-term employment and attractive salary, in a safety-driven environment.

Here at CHS Broadbent culture truly sets us apart from the rest– much like the trucks we drive, it’s based on a commitment to performance, durability, and continuous improvement.

Based in our Ballarat workshop you’ll be working with some of the very best heavy vehicle diesel mechanics in the business, with an abundance of experience and knowledge to share. 

Reporting directly to the Maintenance Manager, you will be responsible for:

• Ensuring that all vehicles, trailers, plant and equipment are serviced and maintained within required timeframes 

• Provide leadership and guidance to apprentices with respect to all aspects of the workshop and look for opportunities to provide further on the job training

• Diagnostic and preventative maintenance

• Attend to breakdowns (where required)

• Ensure compliance with policies and procedures, including workplace health and safety

• Ensure the maintenance records for fleet are accurate and up-to date

The successful candidate will have:

• Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs and uses

• Anticipate and solve problems in a timely manner and identify opportunities for improvement

• Excellent time management and organisational skills with the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment

• Certificate III in Heavy Commercial Vehicle Mechanical Technology

What we will provide you: 

• New facility and new equipment provided

• Continuous learning provided by well-known industry organisations (Kenworth, Cummins, Timken, Mack etc). 

• Full uniform supplied and tool allowance

• Opportunity to travel to other CHS Broadbent sites

• Career progression opportunities

Our workshop isn’t just a place of work, it is where we spend a large portion of our week. We pride ourselves on not only the safety of the trucks we’re putting on the road, but having a good time while we’re doing it. 

If you’re looking to work with a passionate team, learn new skills and excel your career in mechanics with a global market leading supply chain business who has a proud history of over 70 years in Australia, apply today.

If you’d like more information on the position prior to applying, please reach out to Jason Button on 04•• ••• 000 or HR 04•• ••• 415.