Heavy Vehicle Mechanic - (Day & Afternoon Shift Available) Permanent, full-time
Lake Mac Council is seeking an experienced Heavy Vehicle Mechanic to join our skilled Workshop team for an immediate start.
LET’S EXPLORE THE JOB
We are seeking a customer-focused Heavy Vehicle Mechanic (Diesel Mechanic) to join our Workshop Team at Lake Macquarie City Council. Responsibilities include maintaining Council's plant and fleet assets through scheduled and unplanned servicing, repairs, modifications, RMS registration, and compliance inspections. Emphasizing safety, quality assurance, and integrity, you will work with the latest diagnostic tools alongside a team of automotive professionals.
This exciting role will :
1. Ensure servicing, repairs, modifications, RMS registration, and safety inspections meet NSW statutory requirements, NHVAS standards, and Council procedures;
2. Perform automotive air conditioning services and repairs;
3. Support and supervise apprentices, demonstrating high-quality work and safe practices;
4. Minimize unplanned maintenance by reporting faults and suggesting improvements;
5. Conduct risk assessments and develop safe work method statements.
The role is based at our well-equipped Depot in Boolaroo NSW, with work across multiple sites. Shifts include Day (6:00 am - 3:15 pm) and Afternoon (12 pm - 8:45 pm).
LET’S HEAR ABOUT YOU
* Certificate III in Heavy Commercial Vehicle Mechanical trade and automotive air conditioning experience;
* Experience servicing and repairing heavy/light vehicles and plant equipment;
* Current HR driver’s license;
* RMS unrestricted vehicle examiner’s certificate or willingness to obtain;
* Understanding of CMMS;
* Desirable: TAFE or industry qualifications in hydraulics, electronics, braking, welding;
* Team player with a positive attitude.
LET’S REVEAL THE PERKS
This position offers:
* Salary from $76,463 to $88,862 plus 12% superannuation;
* Market premium up to $4,800 annually;
* Tool allowance $38/week;
* Travel allowance up to $16.55/week;
* Adverse working conditions allowance $18.62/week;
* Enterprise Agreement pay increases;
* Flexible working hours, including a 4-day workweek trial;
* 35-hour workweek, 15 days personal leave, 17.5% leave loading;
* Corporate fitness program from $8/week.
We value our people and are committed to an inclusive, diverse workplace. Applications from all backgrounds are welcome, including Indigenous peoples, culturally diverse backgrounds, the LGBTQ+ community, refugees, and people with disabilities.
LET’S START
* Apply promptly as shortlisting begins immediately;
* For inquiries, contact Casey Taylor at 02 4921 0003 or via email;
* We respond to all applicants as part of our 2024 Circle Back Initiative;
* Prepare to upload your resume and answer role-specific questions online;
* Pre-employment medical and drug testing may be required.
Lake Macquarie City Council
126-138 Main Road, Speers Point, NSW 2284
Box 1906, Hunter Region Mail Centre, NSW 2310
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