Careers | Wagga Trucks

Our company is always looking for professional and inspired people.

Wagga Trucks are a local family owned business with some of the best premises, facilities and people in Australia selling and servicing both new and used trucks Australia wide, specialising in Hino, Mack, UD and Volvo. With a commitment to our people and focus on innovation, our reputation in the industry is second to none.

We are located in Wagga Wagga, which is a large country town that is located halfway between Melbourne and Sydney.

We believe the team and the culture at Wagga Trucks is the best around. We offer monthly bbqs, Saturday morning breakfast, employee of the month & a social club with regular outings for both the employees and spouses.

To apply for any of the below positions, please forward your cover letter and resume to careers@waggatrucks.com.au or drop into Wagga Trucks at 280 Hammond Avenue, Wagga Wagga.

Heavy Vehicle Technician (Qualified Diesel Mechanic)

Position Reports to: Workshop Foreman

Position Objectives

The Technician will be a senior personnel and will be an important part of the workshop. You will be a mentor and responsible for apprentice mechanics at different times throughout your employment at Wagga Trucks. You will be expected to coordinate resources and liaise with the Workshop Foreman to ensure work is delivered on time and to a high standard.

Duties

Be fit for work and specifically not impaired by alcohol or drugs.
Conduct a complete range of motor vehicle diagnoses and fault finding.
Use knowledge and skills to acquire automotive parts and accessories for all automotive repairs and maintenance as required.
Use knowledge and skills to assist repairs in a cost effective and efficient manner.
Carry out a range of detailed motor vehicle inspections when required.
Conduct automotive servicing and repairs.
Conduct general motor vehicle maintenance.
Have a solid understanding of all fault reports, maintenance and inspections forms.
Differentiate between Warranty and Non-Warranty work and liaise with the Service Foreman.
Work with the Warranty Administration Clerk for all Warranty work and assure all paperwork, new parts and old parts are filled out and labelled correctly.
Take photos of work when required.
Ensure you are Clocking on and off of all customer jobs.
Ensure you are completing paperwork at a high standard so the service department isn’t delayed.
Ensure you are obtaining purchase order numbers for all sublets.
Ensure you are working with the parts interpreters to book all parts on efficiently and not missing anything.
Ensure a high standard is being delivered in all repairs, servicing, inspections and maintenance.
Operate workshop hoists in accordance with Wagga Trucks Health and Safety Policies.
Conduct workshop housekeeping as required.
Provide automotive technical advice as required.
Assist with in house training and supervision as required.
Assist other staff members as required.
Any other tasks as required for this position or other reasonable tasks as required.
Maintain a professional appearance and manner at all times.

Health & Safety and Personal Protective Equipment Requirements

Wear steel cap shoes/boots at all times.
Familiarise yourself with Wagga Trucks H&S policies and procedures.
Comply with Wagga Trucks H&S policies at all times.
Repost all hazards and H&S issues to the Health and Safety Coordinator immediately.
Maintain a safe and clean working environment.
Have a solid understanding of safe working applications.

Requirements

Drivers Licence Forklift licence (highly recommended)
Good communication skills & ability to talk to customers regarding work completed on their vehicles when required
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Organisational skills
Trade Qualified
Attention to detail

Apprentice Heavy Vehicle Technician (Diesel Mechanic)

Position Reports to: Supervising Heavy Vehicle Technician

Position Objectives

The Technician will be a will be an important part of the workshop. Apprentices will learn the trade and skills to be able to service and maintain many different Heavy Vehicles throughout their employment at Wagga Trucks. They will be supervised by a Qualified Heavy Vehicle Technician who will act as a mentor to the Apprentice. They will be expected to coordinate resources and liaise with their supervisor to ensure work is delivered on time and to a high standard.

Expectations

Be fit for work and specifically not impaired by alcohol or drugs.
Ensure you are Clocking on and off of all customer jobs.
Ensure you are assisting your supervisor complete paperwork at a high standard so the service department isn’t delayed.
Ensure you are obtaining purchase order numbers for all sublets.
Ensure you are working with your supervisor and the parts interpreters to book all parts on efficiently and not missing anything.
Ensure a high standard is being delivered in all repairs, servicing, inspections and maintenance.
Maintain a professional appearance and manner at all times.

Duties supervised by a Heavy Vehicle Technician

Conduct a complete range of motor vehicle diagnoses and fault finding.
Use knowledge and skills to acquire automotive parts and accessories for all automotive repairs and maintenance as required.
Use knowledge and skills to assist repairs in a cost effective and efficient manner.
Carry out a range of detailed motor vehicle inspections when required.
Conduct automotive servicing and repairs.
Conduct general motor vehicle maintenance.
Have a solid understanding of all fault reports, maintenance and inspections forms.
Differentiate between Warranty and Non-Warranty work and liaise with the Service Foreman.
Work with the Warranty Administration Clerk for all Warranty work and assure all paperwork, new parts and old parts are filled out and labelled correctly.
Take photos of work when required.
Operate workshop hoists in accordance with Wagga Trucks Health and Safety Policies.
Conduct workshop housekeeping as required.
Provide automotive technical advice as required.
Assist with in house training and supervision as required.
Asist other staff members as required.
Any other tasks as required for this position or other reasonable tasks as required.

Health & Safety and Personal Protective Equipment Requirements

Wear steel cap shoes/boots at all times.
Familiarise yourself with Wagga Trucks H&S policies and procedures.
Comply with Wagga Trucks H&S policies at all times.
Repost all hazards and H&S issues to the Health and Safety Coordinator immediately.
Maintain a safe and clean working environment.
Have a solid understanding of safe working applications.

Requirements

Drivers Licence
Forklift licence (highly recommended)
Good communication skills & ability to talk to customers regarding work completed on their vehicles when required
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Organisational skills
Attention to detail

Sales Executive - New & Used Trucks

Reporting to the dealer principal, this role is all about being proactive. Our Sales Executives are responsible for the efficient & profitable selling of all units & you will be selling both New and Used trucks and trailers.

We’re looking for a person that likes the thrill of the chase & is a great communicator to be the main contact between the dealership and the customer. The sales team are also backed by a very competent and organised administration team to relieve the pressure.

Our very competent sales team are delivering approximately 340 + units per year with the ability to sell more with the right addition to our team.

Remuneration will be discussed based on each applicant’s experience. The package as a whole will include a company car, phone, salary plus an attractive uncapped commission bonus structure for all units.

We are offering a relocation bonus for anyone that moves to Wagga for this position along with a bonus for completing 12 months with the dealership.

Both Hino and Volvo Group offer an extensive list of incentives which can be both gift cards and prizes for completing training and hitting their targets.

This position is not limited to an experienced sales person, if you have a customer service experience background with a love for the automotive industry, we want to hear from you. Women and younger people are encouraged to apply.

Automotive Sales Apprenticeship - Spare Parts Interpreter

Position Reports to: Spare Parts Manager

Position Objectives

To ensure that a high degree of customer satisfaction is kept through quality of workmanship.

To maintain a safe and friendly working environment for all other employees.

To liaise with the Workshop, Paintshop and Sales Department to meet customer deadlines.

Duties

Good attitude and a personal pride in appearance
A sense of job responsibility
Seeing that Company received full value for the stock purchased.
Obtaining competitive bids for non stock parts and purchasing supplies only when necessary.
Analysing and eliminating practices that waste supplies resources, utilities and time.
Carrying out efficient practices of invoicing, costing and discount procedure.
Solving problems, not living with them.
Maximum utilisation of existing floor space and facility.
Eliminating poor practices in housekeeping, poor performance by Parts Department employees and defective equipment.
Ensure rotation of stock, last in – last out.
Convey information in the workplace and maintain vehicle and customers records.
Develop and maintain communications with customers when required.
To liaise with the other Spare Parts Interpreters regarding deadlines and customer delivery times.
To assist other employees with their duties as required.
Other reasonable jobs as required.

Apprenticeship Training

Complete all modules and assessments before the due date
Communicate and ask questions in regards to the training if needed
Always turn up on time to any training days and courses
Dress appropriately for training days and courses

Health & Safety and Personal Protective Equipment Requirements

Wear appropriate clothing to suit your roll at all times.
Wear steel cap shoes/boots at all time.
Familiarise yourself with Wagga Trucks H&S policies and procedures.
Comply with Wagga Trucks Health & Safety policies at all times.
Report all hazards and H&S issues to the Health and Safety Coordinator immediately.
Maintain the working premises in a safe and clean environment.

Requirements

Current drivers licence

Qualified Vehicle Spray Painter

Position Reports to: Paintshop Manager

Requirements:

Great attitude
Demonstrated trade qualifications and experience
Eye for detail and high quality standards
Current Drivers Licence (minimum Learners)
Strong communication skills
Reliable
Commitment to Safety
Can work independently and as part of a team
Some weekend work required

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