About Us:

Transdev John Holland Buses welcomes approximately four million customers to our services in the eastern, south-eastern and central Sydney each month. 

Delivering vital connections to the Sydney Trains, Ferries and Light Rail Network, we enable people to live, work and play every day by providing our safe, sustainable services on some of Australia’s busiest bus routes. We’re passionate about serving our communities and our team of Journey Makers – as they’re known – are proud to do so

Because we are people serving people, our 100,000 employees have a positive impact on people and society. We are an international Group strongly rooted in the communities that we operate in.

At Transdev we believe that diversity in perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences drives innovation and strengthens our team. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, supportive environment where everyone feels respected, valued, and empowered. We encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply and join us in building a brighter future together.

The Role 

As a qualified Heavy Vehicle Mechanic, you will be responsible for the repair and maintenance of our bus fleet. This includes:

Repairing, servicing, and maintaining buses to meet regulatory standards

Road testing vehicles as required

Attending breakdowns on and off-site

Identifying and repairing vehicle defects

The talent you bring:

Current NSW MVTC Motor Mechanic trade certificate (essential) 

Relevant experience on buses or heavy vehicles

Current HR drivers license (or ability to obtain)

Computer literacy for accurate maintenance record keeping

Capability to supervise and assist in training apprentices and trade assistants

Experience with scan tools (desirable)

We Offer:

For the right incumbent we are prepared to take over the sponsorship of qualified applicants holding a Temporary Work skilled visa (subclass 457), or a Temporary Skill Shortage visa (subclass 482) who are currently living in Sydney.  

Potential annual earnings of up to 100K + super (including shift allowance and overtime)

Regular opportunities for paid overtime

A monthly rostered day off (RDO)

4-5 weeks annual leave (depending on shift allocation)

Fortnightly rotating day/afternoon roster with shift allowances

Tools and uniforms supplied 

Career development opportunities, including training for the latest electrical vehicle technology

Free staff bus from Central and/or Redfern to both depots (departure times vary)

Access to discounted Fitness Passport membership

A FREE Opal travel card is available for work and personal travel

Hours of work:

After an initial training period on day shift, you will commence a 2-week rotating roster which includes work on Saturdays and Sundays.

Day shift: 6am-2.30pm

Mid shift: 10.30am-7pm (15% shift allowance is payable for the entire shift)

Afternoon shift: 2.30pm- 11pm (15% shift allowance is payable for the entire shift)

Locations:

We have vacancies at the following depots:

Waverley (approx. 600 metre walk from Bondi Junction train station)

Randwick (site parking available and close to Light Rail stop)

Future Focus:

Be part of our journey towards a sustainable future! We are excited to share that in the coming years Transdev John Holland Buses will be introducing state-of-the-art electric vehicles to our fleet. This presents a unique and thrilling opportunity for our mechanics to work on cutting-edge EV technology, contributing to the advancement of sustainable public transportation. Join us in shaping the future of bus maintenance and play a vital role in the transition to cleaner, greener transportation solutions.

Don’t tick all the boxes? We welcome applicants with varied professional backgrounds and experiences. If you’re enthusiastic about this role but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with what we’re looking for, we encourage you to apply anyway. You might be the perfect fit for this or another role at Transdev. 

Why join us?

Inclusive Culture: We build a supportive culture that encourages diversity and enables our people to flourish.

Employee Resource Groups: Transdev supports employee-led groups focused on diversity, equity and inclusion. 

Growth and Development: We offer our employees opportunities to build their own experience within a local, global Group.

Flexible Work Options: We support the development, work-life balance and well-being of our employees

Community Impact: We enable our employees to have a positive social impact by deploying sustainable mobility solutions. 

Transdev celebrates diversity and equal opportunities! We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees, regardless of race, gender, Indigenous status, age, religion, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status. We want to reflect the diversity of the communities we serve and strongly encourage applications from individuals from all backgrounds and communities.

To request a reasonable adjustment at any stage during the recruitment process please contact Warren Carney on 0477 796 019

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Ready to Apply?

If this opportunity excites you, we would love to hear from you! 

Apply by completing the application form and submitting your resume and/or cover letter which details why you’re a great fit for this role. We value unique perspectives and are dedicated to fair and equitable hiring practices. Our selection process includes an initial interview, police check, medical (including drug and alcohol test) and work references.

Join us in our mission to make a positive impact. We look forward to welcoming you to Transdev!