Heavy Vehicle Mechanic

We are seeking an experienced and customer focused Heavy Vehicle Mechanic (Diesel Mechanic) to join our Workshop Team at Lake Macquarie City Council. You will be responsible for carrying out the efficient and effective maintenance of Council's plant and fleet assets. This includes scheduled and unplanned servicing, repairs and modifications as well as undertaking RMS registration and compliance inspections. A key focus of the role is to provide a high level of customer service in undertaking these activities whilst emphasising safety, quality assurance and integrity in all areas.

Using the latest in diagnostic scan tools, you will join a dedicated and diverse team of highly skilled automotive professionals who pride ourselves on our reputation for safety compliance, efficiency and quality of work.

This exciting role will:

• Ensure plant and fleet servicing, repairs, modifications, RMS registration and Safety inspections are completed in accordance with NSW statutory requirements, National Heavy Vehicle Accreditation Scheme (NHVAS) standards and Council’s processes;
  
• Carry out automotive air conditioning service and repairs;
  
• Support the training, direct and supervise apprentices by demonstrating high quality work, safe work practices and fault diagnostics;
  
• Minimising unplanned maintenance of Council’s assets by reporting to team supervisor observed faults/defects and suggesting improvements to procedures, practices or new methods;
  
• Carry out risk assessments for all work performed and contribute to the development of work method statements outlining safe ways to work.

You will be based at our well-equipped Depot Workshop in Boolaroo NSW but may be required to work and travel across multiple sites. Afternoon Shift (12pm to rosters are available.

Read the position statement and learn more about this exciting opportunity.

LET’S HEAR ABOUT YOU

• You will hold Certificate III in Heavy Commercial Vehicle Mechanical trade qualification and Automotive air conditioning experience and related qualification(s)
  
• Having previously worked within similar position you have experience in servicing and repairing heavy and light vehicles and small and heavy plant equipment and machinery will see you stand out from the crowd.
  
• Holding a current HR drivers' licence is a must.
  
• You currently hold a RMS unrestricted vehicle examiner’s certificate or are willing and able to obtain the certificate.
  
• Have an understanding of computer maintenance management systems (CMMS)
  
• TAFE or industry post trade qualifications in hydraulic systems, electronic controls, braking systems and/or welding are desirable.
  
• Most of all you're a team player with a positive can-do attitude

LET’S REVEAL THE PERKS

This position provides:

• Competitive salary from $74,503 to $86,583 per annum plus 12% superannuation
  
• This position will also obtain a market premium of up to $4,944 per annum which is reflective of the current competitive market and is subject to review in September 2027.
  
• Approx $165 in weekly in allowances (MVP, Tool allowance, Travel to work and Adverse Working Conditions)
  
• Enterprise Agreement pay increases apply
  
• Commencing salary set in line with skills and experience with annual reviews available to support movement through the salary range
  
• 35 hour working week, the option to work your hours across 4 days per week as part of a flexible work trial
  
• 15 days personal leave
  
• leave loading
  
• corporate fitness program from as little as $8 per week
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