Job No: BVSC833 Location: Bega Closing Date: 5 Jan 2026 AEDT
A career with Bega Valley Shire Council offers the opportunity to engage in meaningful and diverse work that supports the vibrant communities of the south-east corner of NSW. Nestled between rolling hills and some of the state's most stunning beaches, this region is home to a variety of people who enjoy both rural and coastal living.
As an AR Bluett Award winning Council, we are proud of our dedicated and talented team, whose efforts make our success possible.
With a workforce of over 350, we provide essential services to our communities, including libraries, customer service, finance, children's services, engineering, project management, road maintenance, water management, environment, parks, gardens, and town centres.
We offer a range of employment benefits to support our staff, which may include:
* Rostered days off
* Flexible work arrangements
* Salary packaging
The Opportunity
We have an opportunity for an enthusiastic individual to participate in the delivery of mechanical maintenance, repair and capital works associated with water and sewerage assets.
As an Apprentice Mechanical Fitter, under direct guidance and supervision you will perform maintenance, repairs and capital works on water supply and sewerage assets, and assist in inspections to monitor infrastructure performance. You will prepare equipment requisitions and draft reports, while also updating drawings and recording inspection data in the asset management system.
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About You
We are seeking an individual who has obtained a School Certificate (Year 10) or equivalent and has basic understanding of mechanical maintenance and repair duties.
You will have the following skills and experience;
* Basic understanding and ability to develop proficiency in the monitoring and fault finding of mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic equipment.
* Basic understanding and ability to develop proficiency in the use of measuring tools to check the fit, clearance, finish, precision, of parts and equipment.
* Basic understanding and ability to develop proficiency in the use of cutting, grinding, pressing, boring and drilling tools.
* Basic understanding and ability to develop proficiency in dismantle, repair and replace faulty components.
Benefits
This is a grant-funded, fixed-term, full time position working 38 hours per week for a period of four (4) years.
The total remuneration package for this position commences at $28,071.68 to $48,187.78 gross per annum, comprising of:
* $482.00 to $827.40 per week base salary
* $57.84 to $99.29 per week superannuation (calculated at 12%)
Remuneration for this position is dependent upon the age and level of schooling achieved by the successful candidate.
Additional benefits for this position include:
* Rostered day off scheme (nine day fortnight)
* Annual Award salary increases and performance reviews
* Salary packaging program (SmartSalary)
* Wellbeing Initiatives – Fitness Passport, Employee Assistance Program, Telus Health App, social club, health monitoring and annual flu vaccinations.
Application Process
All applicants must submit the following information to demonstrate their interest in a position;
* Cover Letter (1-2 pages) - Please include information on:
* Any relevant work experience (paid or unpaid)
* Any relevant qualifications held
* Resume - Up-to-date and include any work experience (paid or unpaid)
For further information on this position, please contact Colin Sullivan - Coordinator | Water and Sewer Maintenance Coordinator on
Applications close 11.59pm AEDT on 05 January 2026.
Applicants must have the right to work in Australia and provide a covering letter demonstrating their suitability for the role.
This position requires applicants to be suitably immunised in line with recommendations from the Australian Immunisation Handbook, mandated Public Health Orders and/or Councils Immunisation Procedure.