Why Choose Midcoast Trucks as an employer?

Do you want to live and work on the beautiful Mid North Coast of NSW?

A safe working environment:  

We want our employees to follow safe work practices and we provide you with a safe work environment, systems, procedures and protective equipment.

Above Award Wages:

Our pay rates are very competitive including commissions and bonuses based on KPI’s.

Training & Development:

We identify skills you need to perform your job and then train you accordingly.  We provide access to both internal and external training sources.

Modern Equipment:

We are continually updating our equipment to provide the best possible tools.

Our Culture:

We believe in our values.  This means as part of our team we will respect you and treat you fairly.  We listen to any concerns and work through them.  Our teams act with honesty and integrity at all times.   We want you to feel good about working for a company of high ethics.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

We are committed to equal opportunity for all our team members.  We recruit, develop and value our team members based upon their demonstrated skills, qualifications and abilities regardless of gender, race, marital status, age, religion or physical disability.

Midcoast Trucks Employment Philosophy

Hire an attitude, train a skill!!

Send resume with at least 2 current references to:​ jobs@mct.com.au. For more information phone on 02 6568 2888

Positions available as at 22nd May 2025

Auto Electrician

Macksville Service Centre

We require an Automotive Electrician to strengthen our team in Macksville.

Good diagnostic ability, experience in light /heavy commercial vehicles and air conditioning are preferred.

Requirements:

  • Relevant trade qualifications
  • Experience working on light/heavy commercial vehicles
  • Experience with truck air conditioning repairs
  • A comprehensive toolkit

Benefits:

  • Above award wages and penalty rates for overtime
  • Paid factory training & development
  • Career & dual trade opportunities
  • Uniforms provided
  • Boot reimbursement (after qualifying period)
  • Supportive working environment
  • Monthly RDO (conditions apply)

Please email resume with at least 2 references. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Remuneration dependent on experience.

Fabrication Supervisor/Manager - Midcoast Trucks Bodies

Macksville

Do you understand the body manufacturing industry using heavy structural steel, managing deadlines, and leading a team of skilled trades?

Midcoast Truck Bodies, part of the Midcoast Trucks Group, is a well established, family owned business specialising in steel Truck Body Fabrication and HIAB crane installation.  We supply custom built bodies to Government Departments, construction, infrastructure and the general public across Australia.  With a reputation for delivering high quality, on time, every time builds. We are seeking a hands on Fabrication Supervisor / Manager.

About the Role:

Located in Macksville NSW (30 minutes from Coffs Harbour and halfway between Sydney and Brisbane), this is a full time, permanent position leading a team of  Fabricators, Welders, Painters and Auto Electricians. You will be responsible for coordinating workshop operations, managing production schedules, ensuring QA compliance, and promoting a culture of safety and efficiency.

Workshop Hours:

  • Monday to Friday: 6:30am – 3:30pm  Some Saturdays depending on workload.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Oversee the daily operations in the body steel fabrication workshop
  • Lead a dedicated, qualified team of fabricators, welders, Painters and Auto Electricians to meet output targets
  • Interpret fabrication drawings and troubleshoot build issues on the floor
  • Enforce strict adherence to safety procedures and PPE compliance
  • Coordinate job scheduling, material availability, and priority changes
  • Conduct QA checks, including weld quality, tolerances, and finish
  • Maintain workshop equipment and liaise with maintenance where needed
  • Assist with timesheets, job tracking, and production reporting
  • Cost saving and lean manufacturing

What You Bring:

  • Trade-qualified Boilermaker / Fabricator with strong hands on experience
  • Proven leadership in a fabrication environment
  • Understanding of welding processes (MIG, FCAW, etc.) and fabrication techniques
  • Ability to read and interpret fabrication drawings and compliance with industries standards.
  • Calm, clear communicator with strong team mentoring skills
  • Competent with basic workshop admin and computer based systems
  • Strong commitment to WHS, quality control, and project deadlines

Benefits:

  • Long standing, stable company with growth
  • Be part of a team that genuinely respects experience and initiative
  • Excellent earning potential with KPI
  • Well organised custom built workshop with modern plant and equipment
  • Supportive management who back and support their team
  • Opportunity to influence and improve processes on the floor

Salary dependent on experience. Applications close 6 June 2025.

Ready to Join the Team?

If you’re a trades based leader ready to take charge of a high performing Fabrication Workshop send your resume to jobs@mct.com.au with at least 2 referees

Please note: All applications are treated with strict confidentiality. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Hydraulic Technician/Assistant

Macksville

Midcoast Truck Bodies is part of the Midcoast Trucks Group.

Located in the Macksville Industrial Estate, we specialise in all aspects of commercial vehicle bodybuilding and repairs. We require a Hydraulic Technician/Assistant. You will need to have a broad range of knowledge regarding hydraulic or fitting. Successful candidate will be someone wanting to grow with the business and be mentored / work with our experienced team.

Tasks Include (but not limited to):

  • Fitting/assisting in PTO and pumps.
  • Complete hydraulic plumb ups and system commissions and de-commissions of hydraulics.
  • Complete hydraulic circuits of new and used vehicle mounted cranes.
  • Complete de-commissioning of old bodies and wiring systems.
  • General hydraulic and electrical duties.
  • Complete/ assist in electrical wiring and fitting electrical accessories.

Skills Required:

  • Experience in hydraulics, valves and pumps, hydraulic hoses, and fittings.
  • Basic knowledge of automotive wiring

Other:

  • HR Licence (highly preferred).
  • Tradesperson certificate.
  • Forklift licence.
  • Good work ethic.
  • Physically fit.

Benefits:

  • Boot Reimbursement (conditions apply)
  • Pathways available
  • Employment Stability
  • Uniforms provided

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Above award wages

Detailers

Macksville

We are seeking vehicle detailers to join our Macksville team in the Macksville Industrial Estate.

Must be physically fit, able to follow instructions and procedures and interested in presenting a top quality product.

Truck licence an advantage.

Duties include (but not limited to):

  • Cleaning and detailing vehicles, truck bodies and equipment on both stock and sold vehicles
  • Chassis painting
  • Some upholstery and trim work
  • Completing all orders as required
  • Previous detailing experience preferred but not essential

Why join MCT:

  • Career Pathways available
  • Boot reimbursement (after qualifying period)
  • Uniforms
  • Monthly RDO Option (Full Time Employees only)
  • Above award wages

To apply send resume with at least 2 references.

Only suitable applicants will be contacted

Auto Electrician

Coffs Harbour Dealership

The Midcoast Trucks Group are experiencing significant growth and require an Automotive Electrician to strengthen our team in Coffs Harbour.

Good diagnostic ability, experience in light /heavy commercial vehicles and air conditioning are preferred.

Requirements:

  • Relevant trade qualifications
  • Experience working on light/heavy commercial vehicles
  • Experience with truck air conditioning repairs
  • A comprehensive toolkit

Benefits:

  • Above award wages and penalty rates for overtime
  • Paid factory training & development
  • Career & dual trade opportunities
  • Uniforms provided & laundered
  • Boot reimbursement (after qualifying period)
  • Supportive working environment
  • Monthly RDO

Apply now to find out all the benefits we have to offer for a work/life balance.

Please email resume with at least 2 references. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.