Team Leader Mechanical Technician
City of Gold Coast
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About the Team
Our Fleet Maintenance team is a dedicated group of trade-qualified technicians who take pride in keeping the City's fleet of vehicles and plant running smoothly. With a strong focus on quality and efficiency, our team plays a vital role in ensuring the City's operations stay on track.
About Your New Role
As a Team Leader Mechanical Technician, you will apply your leadership skills and expertise in maintaining and repairing a diverse range of heavy vehicles, trucks, plant machinery, light vehicles and other essential equipment. This is a hands‑on role where you will efficiently lead the team; your skills and knowledge gained through a Vehicle Mechanical Technology or related trade will be put to the test.
We're Looking For…
* Certificate III in Heavy Vehicle Mechanical Technology or Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology (or an equivalent trade qualification)
* Leadership qualities with experience in leading small teams
* High level of due diligence in relation to all Workplace Health and Safety matters
* Experience with a variety of heavy vehicles and plant machinery (highly advantageous)
* TMR Approved Examiner of 2nd Hand Vehicles (highly advantageous)
* Experience using Computerised Maintenance Management Systems such as SAP
* A responsible attitude towards time‑keeping, work organisation and quality control
Benefits
* 9‑day fortnight – enjoy a long weekend every fortnight
* Access to 350+ fitness facilities through a Fitness Passport for you and your family
* 4 free confidential counselling sessions a year for you or your immediate family
* A stable working environment with job security
* A professional, inclusive work environment with modern equipment
* Free parking
* Uniform, tools and PPE provided
* A work environment committed to safety as our number 1 priority
* Clear paths for career progression and advancement
Senior Level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function
Information Technology
Industry
Government Administration
How to Apply
Click 'Apply' to submit your online application. Upload your Resume with a Cover Letter (no more than 2 pages) outlining how your skills, experience and personal attributes would allow you to achieve success in this role. Documents must be less than 2MB in size and PDF format is preferred.
The selection process may include a one‑way video interview via Criteria, a face‑to‑face or virtual interview via Microsoft Teams, reference checks, police checks, employment history checks, qualification checks, pre‑employment medical reviews and drug and alcohol testing.
Contact Person: Jennie Jean –
Closing Date: Sunday, 30 November 2025
Equal Opportunity Employment
The City of Gold Coast is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace. We are committed to supporting an environment where all employees, regardless of their differences or similarities, feel valued, respected and supported. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander persons are encouraged to apply.
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