Mechanical Tradesperson at Transport for NSW

Dubbo, New South Wales, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

21 Dec, 25

Salary

1569.8

Posted On

22 Sep, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Mechanical Tradesperson, Problem-Solving, Fault Diagnosis, Customer Service, Safety Awareness, Automotive Vehicle Mechanic Qualification, Heavy Vehicles Experience, Welding, Metal Fabrication

Industry

Truck Transportation

Description

You put people at the heart and take pride in the impact of your work.You've been developing your skills and are ready to work on projects that matter to the people of NSW. You know that quality matters and that delivering results requires a great team. In this role, you'll:Right now, we have a permanent full-time opportunity for Mechanical Tradesperson Grade 1-3 (HV Mechanic preferable but LV Mechanic with HV Experience considered) to join our Maintenance and Delivery team in Dubbo on a 9-day fortnight working Monday to Friday.In this role you will undertake maintenance and repairs on a range of plant items, vehicles, and mechanical equipment. You’ll have no hesitation taking on duties involving installation, maintenance, repairs, commissioning, and modification of complex machinery driven by hydraulic/pneumatic principles. We provide an inclusive and collaborative space to develop your skills and share your knowledge across the team. Therefore, there may be occasions where you may be required to supervise apprentices or staff assisting other mechanics across the area.Mechanical Tradesperson Grade 1-3 is multi-graded. The starting grade is assigned based on demonstrated skills and experience. Progression through the grades is automatic provided the employee can demonstrate they have the skills and capabilities required for the next grade. About youYou are an ambitious, collaborative, and qualified mechanical tradesperson who enjoys working autonomously.You have good problem-solving skills and fault diagnosis skills and you’re proactive in dealing with customer complaints by being effective and efficient in your approach.With a strong focus on safety, you can identify, communicate and report environmental all hazards in the workplace and understand the quality requirements of the tasks to be performed within this position.It is essential that you have an Automotive Vehicle Mechanic Qualification with high exposure & experience on Heavy Vehicles & plant.You hold a current Construction Industry White Card and a current unrestricted NSW Motor Vehicle driver’s licence. A Medium Rigid (MR) or Heavy Rigid (HR) Driver’s Licence would be viewed favourably.You must have a willingness to undertake any legislated or internal licensing or ticketing requirements as directed.Experience in welding and metal fabrication will be highly desirable.TfNSW take the WH&S and the management of fatigue of our employees seriously therefore to be eligible for this role it is a requirement that you must reside within a reasonable distance from your identified Headquarters/Depot.The wage range for this position is $1,418.40 to $1,569.80 per week plus superannuation and allowances dependant on qualifications & experience. • 9 Day Fortnights• iPad & work phone supplied.• Travel Allowance to & from work daily• Potential for overtime• Supplied Toolbox• Excellent work Life balance.• Rewarding and inclusive team environment For more information on the business unit and role, view the role description and information pack. Who we areTransport for NSW provides a safe, integrated, and efficient transport system. We connect people, communities and industry every day. Join us Our workforce is as diverse as the community we serve. If you’d like further information on our inclusion and diversity initiatives, visit Transport careers. We offer a wide range of employee benefits, like our award-winning flexible and hybrid work options. This is an in-person, on-site role. What are you waiting for…? Connect with us. Apply now! Applications close: 11:59 pm Monday 6th October 2025. For more information about this role, please contact JOHN.ROBERTS@TRANSPORT.NSW.GOV.AU. Aboriginal people and people living with disability are supported throughout the recruitment process and at work, and we encourage you to apply. Visit Supporting Aboriginal people or Supporting people with disability for more info or speak to your talent team member to arrange any adjustments to how you interact with us. Need some help with your application? Take a look at our application tips video series. #LI-Onsite#reghyb

Responsibilities

Undertake maintenance and repairs on a range of plant items, vehicles, and mechanical equipment. Supervise apprentices or staff assisting other mechanics as required.