Leading Hand Fleet Mechanic

Daracon Group · Newcastle NSW 2300 · Full time
Posted 5d ago

Leading Hand Fleet Mechanic

Daracon Group
~$100k - $130k(Estimated)
KEY POINTS WE FOUND
  • Lead and supervise mechanics and apprentices, coordinating workshop jobs and workflow.
  • Diagnose and guide repairs to mechanical, electrical and hydraulic faults across light and heavy vehicles.
  • Ensure safe, compliant, high-quality fleet servicing and maintenance, including inspections and parts coordination.

Requirements

At Daracon, our people are our greatest asset, playing a pivotal role in shaping the communities of the future. As one of NSW’s leading civil engineering contractors, a career with Daracon is more than just a job; it’s an opportunity to thrive and be rewarded in a career that offers long-term job security. We pave the way for our team members to forge their own paths while feeling supported and valued. Daracon delivers a wide range of services, executing projects that enhance infrastructure and improve communities across NSW.

THE ROLE
Daracon has an exciting opportunity for a Leading Hand Heavy Vehicle Mechanic to join the Beresfield team. As the Leading Hand you will be responsible for

Key responsibilities include:

  • Lead and supervise a team of mechanics and apprentices, ensuring all vehicle maintenance, servicing and repair work is completed safely, efficiently and to a high standard.
  • Coordinate daily workshop activities, allocate jobs and monitor workflow to maximise productivity and minimise vehicle downtime.
  • Diagnose complex mechanical, electrical and hydraulic faults, providing technical guidance and support to workshop personnel.
  • Ensure compliance with workplace health and safety requirements, company procedures and relevant industry standards, maintaining a safe and organised workshop environment.
  • Conduct quality inspections of completed work, manage parts and service requirements, and liaise with supervisors, operators and external suppliers to ensure effective fleet maintenance outcomes.

WHY DARACON?

  • Competitive rates and allowances, with overtime available
  • Salary packaging available – pay less tax
  • Employee wellbeing programs and initiatives include discount gym memberships and health insurance
  • Ongoing career development - grow your skills and elevate your career across various operations and industries, all under the stability of one employer
  • We are a reputable large business that thinks big, invests in your success, yet cherishes a small-business family mindset.

Requirements

Essential

  • Relevant motor vehicle tradesperson qualifications
  • Experience in a similar leading hand or supervisor position
  • Knowledge and skills in computer systems and diagnostic tools
  • Have exposure to working on light and heavy vehicles
  • Hold your MVRIC licence
  • Have demonstrated experience working within a team environment
  • Have a strong commitment to a ‘safety first’ environment


Desirable

  • Current Heavy Vehicle Drivers licence (HR or better) an advantage.
  • Forklift licence an advantage
  • First aid Certificate
  • Previous experience maintaining transport or civil construction fleet

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Skills

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Computer systemsElectrical fault diagnosisExcellent communication skillsFleet maintenanceHeavy vehicle maintenanceHydraulic fault diagnosisLight vehicle maintenanceMechanical diagnosticsParts managementQuality inspectionTeam supervisionTeamworkVehicle diagnostic toolsWork health and safetyWorkflow managementWorkshop coordination

Licenses & certifications

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First aid certificateForklift licenceHeavy vehicle drivers licence (hr or better)Mvric licenceRelevant motor vehicle tradesperson qualification

Perks & benefits

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Competitive rates and allowancesDiscounted gym membershipsDiscounted health insuranceEmployee wellbeing programsOngoing career developmentOvertime availableSalary packaging

Daracon Group