Heavy Vehicle Mechanic – Thornton

Full-Time | $50–$60 per hour base rate + overtime | Modern Heavy Vehicle Fleet

Hornby Transport Services is looking for an experienced Heavy Vehicle Mechanic to join our team at our Thornton depot.

This is a full-time opportunity working on a modern and varied fleet, including Kenworth, Western Star and Freightliner trucks, predominantly powered by Cummins engines, along with a range of tipper, flat-top and tautliner trailers.

If you enjoy diagnosing faults, solving problems and working with a variety of heavy vehicles, this role offers the opportunity to work both independently and as part of a supportive team.

What you'll be doing

• Carrying out scheduled servicing and preventative maintenance on trucks and trailers

• Diagnosing and repairing mechanical faults and breakdowns

• Working on a variety of heavy vehicle makes and models

• Attending breakdowns onsite and offsite when required

• Identifying problems and developing practical repair solutions

• Accurately recording parts used and work completed

• Working safely and maintaining a high standard of workmanship

• Working independently when required while contributing positively to the wider team

What we offer

• $50–$60 per hour base rate, depending on experience and skills

• Overtime rates apply after 7.6 ordinary hours per day

• Full-time, stable employment

• Work on a modern and varied heavy vehicle fleet

• Exposure to Kenworth, Western Star, Freightliner and Cummins equipment

• A combination of independent diagnostic work and teamwork

• Uniforms supplied

• Day and afternoon shift opportunities

• The opportunity to develop your skills across a range of heavy vehicle equipment

About you

We're looking for a qualified Heavy Vehicle Mechanic who takes pride in their work and can diagnose and repair faults efficiently.

You will ideally have:

• Heavy Vehicle Mechanic trade qualification

• Minimum 3 years' post-trade experience

• HR or higher driver's licence

• Strong diagnostic and problem-solving skills

• Good attention to detail and time management

• The ability to work autonomously and as part of a team

• Good written and verbal communication skills

• The ability to accurately record work completed and parts used

• A positive, reliable and safety-focused attitude

• Forklift licence (advantageous, but not essential)

Roster and availability

The position operates Monday to Friday, with a rostered Saturday and on-call component each week.

Availability for rostered on-call duties is a mandatory requirement of the position. Overtime and applicable allowances are paid in accordance with the applicable arrangements.

Join the team

If you're an experienced Heavy Vehicle Mechanic looking for a stable full-time position where you can work on a variety of quality heavy vehicles, diagnose challenging faults and be part of a good team, we'd like to hear from you.

For more information, please email: ••••@hornbytrans.com.au

Please note, only qualified mechanics that are either an Australian citizens or Permanent residents will be shortlisted. Applicants will be subject to a pre-employment medical assessment (including a drug and alcohol screen).