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Job Title


Heavy Diesel Plant Mechanic


Company : Western Power


Location : Armadale, Western Australia


Created : 2025-02-14


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

We are currently seeking Expressions of Interests for our Mechanic roles at our Kewdale and South Metro Depots.Your Role in ActionAt our Kewdale depot, youll play a key role in maintaining and enhancing the performance of Western Power''s mobile plant equipment. Your responsibilities will include:Repairing, stripping down, and rebuilding heavy machineryConducting major overhauls to ensure optimal performanceMaintaining equipment to meet both manufacturer specifications and Australian Standards, ensuring safety and reliability.At our South Metro depot, you will focus on the repair, servicing, and maintenance of Western Power''s heavy vehicle road transport and plant machinery. Your key tasks will include:Performing routine and major repairs on road transport vehicles and plant equipmentEnsuring all machinery operates efficiently and in compliance with industry standards.What Makes You a Great FitBase Trade qualification (AQF3) in Heavy Duty Mechanical applications Heavy automotive / plant mechanicalDemonstrated industry experience as a Heavy vehicle / Mobile Plant MechanicExperienced in diagnosis and repair of hydraulics / low voltage electrical.Highly developed teamwork skills Must be able to work as part of a high performing team.Valid WA C class licence (essential)High Risk licence class EWP (Desirable)High Risk licence class Dogging (Desirable)High Risk licence class Forklift (Desirable)Motor Vehicle Repairers Certificate classes HVW and LVW (willing to obtain within the first 6 months)By joining Western Power, you will contribute to powering a cleaner energy future. We are dedicated to fostering career development and promoting a healthy work-life balance, empowering you to drive innovation as we develop a network that will serve the Western Australian community for generations. You will also benefit from a range of perks and opportunities, including:Over 50% of our employment opportunities are driven by career progression.Fortnightly RDOThe opportunity to purchase up to four weeks of additional leave per year.Access to salary packaging, social club activities, and discounted health insurance and gym membership.An award-winning employee recognition and benefits programme.An innovative team culture thats enabling the transition to renewable energy and decarbonisation.In addition to standard leave, enjoy two wellness leave days each year.Access to end-of-trip facilities at our Perth office and South Metro Depot, perfect for cyclists.On-site caf available for convenient meals and refreshments throughout the day at South Metro Depot.One of these roles is based at our brand-new state-of-the-art South Metro Depot in Forrestdale, conveniently located next to Tonkin Highway. Spanning across 120,000 square meters, this depot empowers all employees to create that perfect work-life balance whilst operating in an inclusive and diverse workplace. #J-18808-Ljbffr