Maranoa RegionalCouncil is an inclusive, proud and connected community, attracting and embracing opportunity to forge a strong future for generations to come.
We support our individual communities to grow while building one strong connected region that partners with people, business and industry to thrive.
Council is seeking 2 Full-Time Mechanics to join our team
Purpose
Provide plant, vehicle and equipment servicing and repairs to ensure that Council's plant fleet is safe, fit for purpose and operating at optimum efficiency.
Key Responsibilities
Workshop Operations
Workshop Documentation and Plant Records
See attached position description for further responsibilities.
Mandatory and Highly Desirable Qualifications and Licences
Current C (Car) Class Driver Licence with ability to upgrade to MR or higher within 12 months
General Construction Induction (White Card).
Certificate III in either Automotive, Diesel Engine Technology, Heavy Commercial Vehicle, Mechanical Technology or equivalent.
HR (Heavy Rigid) Class Driver Licence (Desirable)
High Risk Work Licence – Forklift (Desirable)
Recognised competencies in MiG, Arc and/or Oxy Welding (Desirable)
Current Confined Spaces and Gas Test Atmosphere certification (Desirable)
Position Details and Benefits
Permanent, Full-Time Position - 38 hours per week
Maranoa Regional Council Certified Agreement **** - Stream C - Level C5
Maranoa Locality Allowance - $***** per fortnight
Licensed Trade Allowance - $***** per week
Tool Allowance - as per the award
Construction, reconstruction, alteration, repair and/or maintenance allowance - $***** per week
Reimbursement for Safety Boots - up to $****** per year
Why it is worth working at Maranoa Regional Council
Work a 9-day fortnight with a Rostered Day Off (RDO)
Access Long service leave after seven (7) years
Five weeks of annual leave annually
Ten weeks (full pay) paid parental leave, 20 weeks (half pay) paid parental leave
Three weeks sick leave annually
Salary sacrifice facilities (rural remote rent assistance, novated leasing, additional super contributions)
Employee Assistance Program – free 24 hour nationwide confidential personal or work-related counselling services for employees and their families.
Relocation Assistance up to $**** (terms and conditions apply)
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How to Apply
Covering letter stating why you are interested in the position.
Address the questions presented in the application form if applicable.
Additional Information
MRC reserves the right to close or withdraw vacancies before the advertised closing date, or extend the closing date, without prior notice.
The preferred candidate must have the legal right to work in Australia and will be required to undertake a Criminal History Check and a pre-employment medical assessment to assess their ability to perform the genuine occupational requirements of the position.
Maranoa Regional Council will be closed from 19 December **** to 5 January ****.
Recruitment activities, including interview scheduling, will pause during this period.
We will resume contacting shortlisted candidates for interviews upon our return on 5 January ****.
Legal Statement
Maranoa Regional Council is an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds.
We actively support diversity and inclusion in our workplace.
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