Job 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:

Be responsible for undertaking the inspection, routine maintenance, and repairs to TfNSW fleet of Vehicular Ferries and associated mechanical, hydraulic and 12/24V electrical equipment.

Based in our works depot in South Windsor and onsite services covering our ferry locations along the Hawkesbury and Parramatta Rivers. If you like to work outdoors and take on new challenges, this is the role for you.

Vehicular Ferry operations in the Sydney region operate on a 24/7 basis with the successful candidate having an availability to work with the rest of the team to share after hours call-out and emergency response activities relating to the operation of the Ferries for the provision of a reliable, safe, and efficient ferry service to the local community and the people of NSW.

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.

This is an ongoing full-time role located at Windsor.

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 Windsor Depot.

For more information on this role and business unit, view the and information pack

About you

It is essential that you have completed either a Heavy Vehicle Mechanical trade or a Plant Mechanical trade.

You 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 have the ability to identify, communicate and report environmental hazards in the workplace and understand the quality requirements of the tasks to be performed within this position.

Experience working with a variety of Heavy Vehicles will be highly regarded.

An AIS Examiner’s Ticket is highly desirable along with any experience in auto electrical work, welding and metal fabrication.

You must hold a current unrestricted NSW Motor Vehicle driver’s licence.

You hold/or are willing to obtain a Medium Rigid or Heavy Rigid driver’s licence.

You hold/or are willing to obtain prior to commencement a current Construction Industry White Card.

You must have a willingness to undertake any legislated or internal licensing or ticketing requirements as directed.

The wage range for this position is $1,468.00 to $1,695.80 per week plus superannuation and allowances dependant on qualifications & experience.

• 9 Day Fortnights
• 4 weeks annual leave
• iPad & work phone supplied.
• Relevant PPE & Basic Toolbox are also supplied
• Potential for overtime
• Excellent work Life balance.
• Rewarding and inclusive team environment

Who we are

Transport for NSW provides a safe, integrated, and efficient transport system. We connect people, communities and industry every day.

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