Metro Tasmania is seeking an experienced Diesel Mechanic to support the maintenance of our Burnie-based fleet. This part-time role offers 22.8 - 30.4 hours per week, with flexibility to work across 3, 4, or 5 days to suit your lifestyle.
This is an ideal opportunity for an experienced mechanic seeking stable, flexible work in a respectful and supportive environment. You will play an important role in keeping our fleet safe, reliable, and ready to serve the local community.
Join the team at Metro Tasmania – Your Career in Motion
At Metro, we work to keep Tassie moving – we’ve been connecting people and communities for over 60 years.
As the largest Tasmanian-owned public transport company, we’re all about providing our customers with bus journeys that matter in this ever-growing, beautiful state of ours. And we’re seeking a team of passionate people to get the job done.
About Metro Tasmania
As the largest Tasmanian owned passenger transport company, Metro take pride in connecting people and communities across the region.
We are an evolving business, and our future looks bright with the introduction of innovative and sustainable projects that continue to reduce our carbon footprint and work towards the Tasmanian government plan to ensure net zero emissions by 2030.
We have a diverse team of more than 500 people across the state who work hard to deliver exceptional public transport services and positively impact the lives of our customers.
About the working experience
At Metro we value our people, if you value meaningful work and the opportunity to make a difference in communities, business and team this is the position for you! We have a great working culture that we are always striving to improve and a workplace that values the input of all its people.
We offer:
- Excellent training and professional development opportunities; gain your ZEB (hydrogen and battery) skill set through the Kangan Institute.
- Great workplace with free onsite parking and bus travel.
- Personalised wellbeing program with one-on-one consultation with qualified personnel that covers a range of topics.
- Health and wellbeing support including an EAP, onsite physio and health checks.
- An exciting calendar of events that recognises the diversity of our organisation.
- Sign on bonus of $2000, terms and conditions apply.
- Relocation to Burnie may be available for the successful candidate.
Based at our Burnie workshop, you will be responsible for maintaining a small fleet of buses to ensure they remain safe, compliant, and operational.
Key responsibilities include:
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Undertaking preventative maintenance and scheduled servicing.
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Diagnosing and repairing mechanical faults.
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Performing breakdown repairs as required.
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Completing inspections and maintenance documentation.
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Ensuring vehicles meet safety and compliance requirements.
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Working independently while contributing to fleet reliability.
This role offers autonomy, flexibility, and the opportunity to apply your expertise in a practical, well-supported environment.
You will bring:
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Trade qualification in Diesel Mechanics or Heavy Vehicle Mechanical Technology.
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Demonstrated experience maintaining and repairing diesel or heavy vehicles.
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Strong fault diagnosis and problem-solving skills.
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Ability to work independently and manage your workload effectively.
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Commitment to safety and quality workmanship.
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Reliable and professional approach.
Applicants must have Australian working rights and be able to work from our Burnie location.
For a confidential discussion, please contact Martin on 0475 882 466 or email recruitment@metrotas.com.au
