Heavy Vehicle Road Transport Mechanic

Heavy Vehicle Road Transport Mechanic  - Balcatta - Permanent

Join Western Power and keep WA moving.

We’re seeking a skilled and experienced Heavy Vehicle Road Transport Mechanic to join our team at Western Power’s Balcatta Depot.

Your Role in Action 

As a key member of our maintenance team, you’ll work hands‑on across Western Power’s fleet of heavy vehicles and plant, ensuring reliability, safety, and operational excellence. 

Key responsibilities include

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  Diagnosing mechanical, hydraulic and electrical faults 

  
  

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  Carrying out scheduled servicing and preventative maintenance 

  
  

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  Performing inspections, safety checks, and compliance work 

  
  

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  Repair and ongoing maintenance of heavy vehicles and plant equipment 

  
  

This role offers variety, challenge, and the opportunity to work with a wide range of modern equipment in a high‑performing team. 

Remuneration & Allowances 

This role is covered under the CEPU Agreement and offers an attractive hourly base rate starting from $57.96 per hour (+ 25% Casual loading), dependent on qualifications and authorisations held. In addition, employees receive a site allowance of $2.50 per hour applied to all hours worked. This package reflects our commitment to rewarding skills, experience, and flexibility.

What Makes You a Great Fit 

You’ll bring strong technical capability, a safety‑first mindset, and the ability to work collaboratively. 

Essential skills & experience

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  AQF3 Trade Qualification in Heavy Duty Mechanics, Auto Electrics, or Mechanical Fitting 

  
  

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  Proven industry experience as a Heavy Vehicle or Plant Mechanic 

  
  

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  Experience diagnosing and repairing hydraulic and low‑voltage electrical systems 

  
  

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  Strong teamwork skills and a reliable, proactive work ethic 

  
  

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  Current WA ‘C’ Class Driver’s Licence 

  
  

Desirable licences (or willingness to obtain)

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  WA HR Driver’s Licence 

  
  

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  High Risk Licence – EWP 

  
  

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  High Risk Licence – Dogging 

  
  

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  High Risk Licence – Forklift 

  
  

Why Join Western Power? 

At Western Power, you’ll play a part in powering a cleaner energy future while building a long‑term, rewarding career. We invest in our people and support genuine career progression. 

What’s in it for you

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  Fortnightly RDO  

  
  

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  Opportunity to purchase up to four additional weeks of leave per year 

  
  

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  Two additional leave days annually 

  
  

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  Modern end‑of‑trip facilities at South Metro Depot 

  
  

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  On‑site café for convenient meals and refreshments 

  
  

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  Salary packaging, discounted private health insurance & gym memberships 

  
  

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  Active social club and award‑winning recognition programs 

  
  

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  Over 50% of roles filled through internal career progression 

  
  

We value diversity and inclusivity, encouraging applications from all backgrounds, including women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and LGBTQIA+ communities. As a WORK180-endorsed employer for women, we are proud of our commitment to inclusion. You can learn more about this through our Reconciliation Action Plan and Disability Access and Inclusion Plan.  

Learn more about Western Power here: About (westernpower.com.au)