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Heavy Vehicle Mechanic - Defence


Company : Ventia Pty Limited


Location : Marion, South Australia


Created : 2025-05-17


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Select how often (in days) to receive an alert:Join Ventia in a role that keeps the Australian Defence Forces wheels turning!This is a great opportunity for a Heavy Vehicle Mechanic to join our fully equipped Defence Maintenance Contract team based at the Defence Base Workshop at Warradale, SA.As a Heavy Vehicle Mechanic, you will conduct routine maintenance and repairs on a wide range of heavy military vehicles, including 4WDs, trucks, tracked and armoured vehicles, infantry personnel carriers, and tanks.Benefits:$48.45 per hour, inclusive of allowancesWork 38 hours per week, Monday to Friday, finishing at 12 pm on FridaysTraining & Upskilling providedRelocation assistance for the right candidateWork on unique Defence vehicles and assets17.5% Annual Leave LoadingAll tools, PPE, and uniforms providedOn-site parkingAbout the role:Conduct maintenance tasks, including technical inspection and classificationRepair or replace worn or faulty parts by removing assemblies such as engines, transmissions, and differentialsReassemble, test, clean, and adjust repaired or replaced partsCarry out minor body and trim repairsTest and repair electrical systems such as lighting, ignition, and electronic fuel injectionInspect vehicles and issue roadworthiness certificatesAbout you:CERT III Heavy Vehicle Mechanic or equivalentExperience inspecting, repairing, and maintaining light, medium, and heavy vehiclesCurrent Australian State or Territory class C Driver''s LicenseAustralian Citizen with the ability to maintain a Defence Security ClearanceAbout Ventia:Ventia is a leading infrastructure services company operating across Australia and New Zealand. As an Australian Defence Force partner, Ventia works with some of Australia''s most advanced equipment, including artillery, small arms, night vision, high-tech armoured vehicles, personnel carriers, and propulsion systems.Ventia has a proud history of partnering with the Australian Defence Force (ADF) for over three decades. We operate in every Australian State and Territory with a workforce of 3,000 passionate civilians and Defence Veterans.Diversity:Ventia values diversity and is committed to providing a safe, inclusive environment that offers equal opportunities for all individuals, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, Mori and Pasifika peoples, LGBTQI+ community, women, veterans and spouses, and people with disabilities.Position Reference Number: 162198 #J-18808-Ljbffr