Vehicle Mechanic - Defence

Join Ventia in a role which keeps the Australian Defence Force’s wheels turning!  

A great opportunity for a Vehicle Mechanic to join our fully geared Defence Maintenance Contract team based at Bandiana, near Wodonga NSW
 
As a Vehicle Mechanic, you will conduct routine maintenance and repairs on a wide range of heavy military vehicles, including 4WD's, trucks, tracked and armoured vehicles, infantry personnel carriers and even armoured tanks!
 
Benefits
•    $46.88 an hour inclusive of allowances
•    Work 38 hours per week Monday to Friday and finish at 12 pm on Fridays
•    Training & Upskilling provided
•    Relocation assistance for the right candidate
•    Work on unique Defence vehicle and assets
•    17.5% Annual Leave Loading
•    All tools, PPE and Uniforms provided
•    On-site Parking
     
About the role 
•    Conduct Maintenance tasks, including technical inspection and classification
•    Repair or replace worn or faulty parts by removing assemblies such as engines, transmissions and differentials.
•    Reassemble, test, clean and adjust repaired or replaces parts
•    Carry out minor body repairs and minor trim repairs
•    Test and repair electrical systems such as lighting, ignition and electronic fuel injection.
•    Inspect vehicles and issue road worthiness certificates
 
About you
•    Cert III Heavy Vehicle Mechanic or equivalent level  
•    Open to Light Vehicle Mechanics with demonstrated Heavy vehicle experience  
•    Demonstrated experience to inspect, repair and maintain Light, Medium and Heavy vehicles 
•    Must possess a current Australian State or Territory class C Driver's License  
•    You must be an Australian Citizen and able to maintain a Defence Security Clearance 
   
About Ventia
Ventia is a leading infrastructure services company, operating across Australia and New Zealand. As an Australian Defence Force partner, Ventia works across some of Australia’s newest, most unique equipment including artillery, small arms, instruments, night vision equipment, high-tech armoured vehicles, personnel carriers, and propulsion equipment.      
Ventia has a proud history of partnering with the Australian Defence Force (ADF), spanning three decades. We operate in every Australian State and Territory with a 3,000-strong workforce consisting of passionate civilians and Defence Veterans.
     
Diversity
Ventia is enriched by the diverse experiences, talents and cultures that our people bring to the organisation, while celebrating and respecting the communities we operate in. We are committed to providing a safe and positive environment that provides equal opportunities for individuals of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, Māori and Pasifika people, LGTBQI+, Women, Veterans and spouses and people with disabilities.
 
How to Apply
Please click apply to submit your application. Feel free to contact me on shardae.farmer@ventia.com (with an updated copy of your CV attached) if you have any questions.
**Please note, shortlisted candidates will be contacted**

Position Reference Number: 160295

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