Posted 28d ago

Heavy Diesel Mechanic - Perfect for LV Mechs Looking to Upskill

Randstad Hallam VIC 3803

Full time
Base pay Above avg.
$42 - $47/hr

Key points we found

  • Transition your skills from light vehicles to heavy diesel mechanics.
  • Work in a state-of-the-art workshop with advanced diagnostic tools.
  • Join a supportive team with opportunities for career growth.

  • Are you a Light Vehicle Mechanic feeling capped on your salary and career growth?

  • Want to upscale your skills into the world of high-paying Heavy Diesel without a new apprenticeship?

  • Looking for a clean, state-of-the-art workshop with premium diagnostic gear?

  • Ready to join a tier-one team where the average tenure is over a decade?

If you are a trade-qualified Light Vehicle Mechanic ready to level up your earning potential, this is your ticket. Our Client - a leading national heavy fleet specialist - is expanding their team and hiring multiple technicians for their premier workshop.

The Opportunity: Your Bridge to Heavy Transport

Forget being stuck under small cars. This company specializes in transitioning high-caliber LV Mechanics into the lucrative world of Heavy Diesel (prime movers, heavy rigids, and transport fleets).

You will receive structured, hands-on mentoring from industry experts to safely scale up your skills. Plus, mastering this fleet work opens the door to earthmoving and heavy plant machinery down the track.

What’s In It For You?

  • Accelerated Upskilling: Get paid a premium rate while you master heavy transport systems.

  • Top-Spec Workshop: Work in a pristine, safe indoor environment.

  • Long-Term Career Path: Future opportunities to pivot into earthmoving and heavy plant.

  • Work-Life Balance: Stable, consistent workshop hours with great overtime options.

  • Strong Team Culture: Join a supportive, inclusive crew with a great culture and team perks.

What You Will Do:

  • Transition your diagnostic skills onto major heavy truck and commercial fleet brands.

  • Perform routine servicing, major component overhauls, and complex fault-finding.

  • Work closely with senior diesel mechanics to master heavy air brakes and hydraulics.

  • Utilize advanced electronic diagnostic software to troubleshoot complex fleet faults.

  • Maintain absolute precision and safety standards across all heavy vehicle repairs.

What You Bring:

  • The Qualification: Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology.

  • The Attitude: A strong mechanical aptitude and a genuine hunger to learn the heavy truck trade.

  • Diagnostic Skills: Confidence with electronic diagnostics and electrical fault-finding.

  • Team Focus: A reliable, safety-first mindset and the ability to work well in a busy crew.

Ready to stop working on cars and start scaling up your career? APPLY NOW as multiple positions are available for an immediate start!

Any questions, or just want to find out more? Call Elliott on 0436 470 032 for a confidential chat about your transition into the world of Heavy Diesel.

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Skills
diagnostic_skills
electronic_diagnostics
EXCELLENT COMMUNICATION SKILLS
fault_finding
heavy_air_brakes
Hydraulics
mechanical_aptitude
Reliability
safety_first_mindset
Teamwork

Licenses & certifications
Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology

Perks & benefits
Strong team culture
Work-life balance

More details
Expiring date
20 Aug 2026
Date posted
22 May 2026
Category
Trades & Services
Occupation
Mechanic, Automotive, Repair
Work type
Full time
Job mode
Onsite / Standard business hours
Industry
Manufacturing
Sector
Privately held company
Desired education level
Vocational or certificate

Randstad

Privately held company
Randstad is a global leader in the HR services industry, with Asia-Pacific operations in Singapore, Malaysia, Hong Kong, China, Australia and New Zealand. Our Australian business has been supporting people and organisations in realising their true potential, helping find the best permanent and contracting talent across industries. Human connection is at the heart of our business.

Our personal approach, supported by state-of-the-art technology, is what sets us apart in the world of work. We express this with as being Human Forward.

Looking for your next move? Let’s have a chat, or visit www.randstad.com.au for jobs with Australia’s leading employers.
Pay insights
Market average based on all Heavy Diesel Mechanic jobs in Melbourne VIC
Above avg. range
$42 - $47/hr
Market average
$41/hr
$20 - $25/hr
4 jobs
$25 - $30/hr
0 jobs
$30 - $35/hr
0 jobs
$35 - $40/hr
20 jobs
$40 - $46/hr
2 jobs
$46 - $51/hr
10 jobs
$41/hr
Market average
$20/hr
$51/hr
This job pays above average

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