Heavy Vehicle Mechanic

Place of work Bandiana
Contract type Full-time
Start date -
Salary $50.78 an hour

Job details

Job description, work day and responsibilities

Full job description
Heavy Vehicle Mechanic

Date: 2 Sept 2025
Location: Bandiana, VIC, AU, 3694
Company: Ventia
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.
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
$50.78 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. Our clients are the owners and operators of assets that are critical to our local communities. We pride ourselves on working smart, safely and sustainably, harnessing the latest technologies and brightest minds. With a diverse and proud heritage, we have a track record of delivering essential services to the communities in which we operate.

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, LGBTQIA+, Women, Veterans and spouses and people with disabilities.

How to apply
If you are looking to expand your career with a business that rewards and values its employees, please apply
Position Reference Number:164363
 
 

Company address

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Victoria
Bandiana
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Company Name: Ventia Pty Limited
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Offer ID: #1267384, Published: 2 days ago, Company registered: 2 weeks ago

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