Apply now Job no: 499488Work type: Permanent Full TimeClassification: Band 4 ($71,647.33 - 76,545.52 pa)Categories: Trades & LabourAbout the roleIn this role, you will be responsible for servicing, repairing, and maintaining the Council’s assets. Working autonomously under the guidance of the Mechanic in Charge, you'll demonstrate exceptional workmanship, customer service, and flexibility. While most tasks will involve scheduled maintenance, your ability to troubleshoot and work under pressure is key to minimising vehicle downtime and ensuring smooth operations across the city.Key responsibilities include:Undertake effective scheduled servicing, repairs and maintenance of Council’s fleet of vehicles, heavy plant and equipment in a professional, commercially minded and customer focused manner in Council’s Fleet workshops in accordance with manufacturer’s recommendations or established procedures.Provide professional and efficient roadside breakdown services for Council’s fleet of vehicles, heavy plant and equipment.Ensure all workshop plant, equipment and tools are operated, maintained, stored and secured in a safe manner and in accordance with all relevant legislation, regulations, policies and procedures.Comply with all of Council’s policies and procedures, including appropriate use of personal protective equipment (PPE).Provide information and training to employees and apprentices, as required, to enable them to carry out required maintenance activities on vehicles, plant and equipment.Ensure that all workshop time sheets and repair dockets are completed accurately and submitted timely.About youTo be successful in this role, you will have a Certificate III trade qualification as an Automotive Technician, Diesel Fitter or Mobile Plant mechanic. You will also have:A current unrestricted car, medium rigid, heavy rigid or heavy combination driver’s license.Ability to perform manual work, including the lifting of weights, in accordance with the relevant Occupational Health and Safety guidelines.Extensive experience in the servicing, maintenance and repair of a wide range of vehicles, plant and equipment.Preferred candidates will be required to undergo a National Police Check and a pre-employment medical assessment as part of the recruitment process (funded by the City).If this sounds like the role for you, then click apply now!Child Safety ResponsibilitiesWe are committed to being a child-safe organisation and have zero tolerance for child abuse. We have specific policies, procedures, and mandatory training in place to support employees, volunteers, and contractors to achieve and adhere to these commitments.Diversity and InclusionAt the City, we want a workforce that reflects the community we live in. We welcome and embrace everyone, all people with their own unique experiences, and support and encourage all our employees to do their best work, have equal access to opportunities and a just working environment.Create our future together at the City of Greater GeelongJoin the City of Greater Geelong, a community-focused workplace on Wadawurrung Country. We deliver over 130 services to our growing population, striving to make our city a great place to live, work, and study.If you're passionate about inclusivity and community, apply now – we’d love to meet you!Applications and EnquiriesClick the Position Description link to view more information about this position.Click the Apply button to submit your application or find out more about this opportunity. If we can assist you with any reasonable adjustments in order to submit your application for this role, please contact the Talent Acquisition team via email at careers@geelongcity.vic.gov.au.Advertised: 10 Feb 2025 8:40 AM AUS Eastern Daylight TimeApplications close: 16 Feb 2025 11:55 PM AUS Eastern Daylight Time
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