About the Role
Take responsibility for diagnosing, maintaining and repairing heavy-duty trucks while supporting fleet reliability and workshop productivity. The successful candidate will lead workshop activities, prioritise repairs and ensure accurate job cards, maintenance records and ISO documentation. The workshop operates Monday to Sunday, 06:00–18:00, with extended hours and breakdown call-outs when required. The position follows a roster providing one weekend off per month and a day off during the week.
Duties & Responsibilities
Diagnose, service and repair Volvo V3, V4 and V5 trucks. Repair engines, gearboxes, transmissions, clutches, differentials and driveline components. Perform engine rebuilds and overhauls. Diagnose electrical, electronic, pneumatic and air-system faults. Maintain braking, steering, suspension, cooling, lubrication and fuel systems. Use diagnostic software and testing equipment to identify faults and verify repairs. Plan preventative maintenance to reduce breakdowns and downtime. Allocate workshop tasks and inspect completed work. Coordinate repair priorities and vehicle availability with operations. Attend breakdowns and call-outs. Complete job cards, inspection checklists, ISO documents and ERP maintenance records. Test vehicles before release and escalate unresolved defects. Control parts usage and maintain safe workshop practices.
Minimum Requirements
Proven hands-on expertise in Volvo V3, V4 and V5 trucks. Strong electrical and electronic diagnostic ability. Experience with engine rebuilds, gearbox repairs and pneumatic systems. Experience using Volvo diagnostic systems; Volvo Tech Tool is preferred. Ability to interpret wiring diagrams and technical manuals. Previous workshop supervision or team leadership experience. Computer literacy and ability to maintain digital job cards. Strong planning, communication and problem-solving skills. Willingness to work extended hours and attend breakdowns.
Qualifications
Recognized Diesel Mechanic trade qualification and trade test certificate. Valid driver’s license; Code EC/Code 14 is preferred.
Experience Required
Minimum five years’ relevant heavy-duty diesel mechanic experience, including proven experience working on Volvo V3, V4 and V5 trucks.