Casual Workshop Mechanic

Paroo; Cunnamulla; Vor Ort; AUD 70.000 - 90.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Paroo Shire Council is seeking a Workshop Mechanic to diagnose and repair fault‑prone heavy vehicles, trucks, plant and light vehicles. You will perform planned and reactive maintenance, record keeping and safety compliance in a busy workshop environment.

The role is casual to start, with potential for permanent employment based on performance and operational needs. You will work under the Workshop and Fleet Coordinator within the Infrastructure / Workshop and Fleet team.

Qualifikationen

• Legal right to live and work in Australia.
• Certificate III in Heavy Commercial Vehicle Mechanical Technology or equivalent.
• Current Queensland C Class Driver’s Licence or higher.
• White Card (Construction Induction Card) or ability to obtain.
• Ability to meet pre-employment health and police check requirements.
• Proven hands-on ability to diagnose and repair faults in heavy vehicles, trucks, plant and/or light vehicles.
• Ability to use diagnostic equipment and fault codes to identify root causes.
• Reliability, accountability and ability to work independently in a small team.
• Maintain accurate electronic job cards, service and time records.
• Prioritise repairs and communicate progress clearly.
• Extra skills in auto-electrical, air conditioning or inspection certificates are a plus.

Aufgaben

• Independently diagnose and repair faults in heavy vehicles, trucks, plant, light vehicles and equipment.
• Undertake breakdown repairs, scheduled servicing and inspections to restore safe operation.
• Identify root causes and select practical repairs, seeking support as needed.
• Use parts and tools cost‑effectively to support reliability and cost efficiency.
• Maintain accurate electronic records of service, defects, parts and times.
• Keep stakeholders informed of progress and impacts on operations.
• Test repairs and verify faults are resolved before returning to service.
• Conduct inspections and issue required certificates where legally applicable.
• Maintain a clean, safe workshop and report hazards.
• Assist apprentices and other staff as qualified.

Kenntnisse

Diagnostics & repair

Troubleshooting

Fleet maintenance

Safety compliance

Record keeping

Teamwork

Independent work

Ausbildung

Certificate III in Heavy Commercial Vehicle Mechanical Technology

Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology

Equivalent trade qualification

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Trade tools

Health & Safety equipment

Jobbeschreibung

Dated: 21 October 2026

Position Vacant

Workshop Mechanic

At the Paroo Shire Council, we believe that our success starts with our people.

We are committed to creating a positive, inclusive, and rewarding work environment where team members feel supported and valued.

As Workshop Mechanic, you will diagnose and repair faults in Council’s heavy vehicles, trucks, plant, light vehicles and equipment. We are seeking a capable, hands‑on mechanic who can identify root causes and restore equipment to safe, reliable operation.

You will undertake planned and reactive maintenance, respond to breakdowns, maintain accurate service records and contribute to a safe, efficient workshop.

Initially casual, the position may lead to permanent employment, subject to operational needs, satisfactory performance and Council approval processes.

Initially casual, the position may lead to permanent employment, subject to operational needs, satisfactory performance and Council approval processes.

Award

Queensland Local Government Industry Award (Stream C) – State 2017

Classification Level

TBA Dependent on Skills & Qualifications

Department / Team

Infrastructure / Workshop and Fleet

Reports to

Workshop and Fleet Coordinator

Our Values

In making and implementing our decisions, we will be guided by the principles of integrity, efficiency and continuous improvement and exhibit the following core values:Pride, Accountability, Respect, Open & Transparent, Opportunities for Employment, Safety and Commitment

Position Objectives

The Workshop Mechanic diagnoses, troubleshoots and repairs Council’s heavy vehicles, trucks, plant, light vehicles and equipment. The role requires identifying root causes, completing effective repairs and verifying equipment is safe and serviceable. Working with the Workshop and Fleet Coordinator and workshop team, the mechanic delivers planned and reactive maintenance, responds to breakdowns, maintains accurate records and improves fleet reliability and cost effectiveness. Other workshop duties may be assigned within the employee’s skills, qualifications and licences. Casual hours depend on operational needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Independently diagnose and repair faults in Council’s heavy vehicles, trucks, plant, light vehicles and equipment using appropriate tests, diagnostic tools and trade judgement.
• Undertake breakdown repairs, corrective maintenance, scheduled servicing and inspections to restore safe operation and minimise downtime.
• Identify root causes of complex or recurring faults, select practical repairs and seek specialist support where work exceeds the employee’s competencies.
• Use parts, materials, tools and external repair services cost‑effectively to support asset reliability and wholeof‑life value.
• Maintain accurate, timely electronic job cards, service and defect records, parts usage, work orders and timesheets.
• Keep the Workshop and Fleet Coordinator and relevant teams informed of progress, outstanding faults, expected completion times and operational impacts.
• Test completed repairs, confirm faults are rectified and record unresolved defects before returning equipment to service.
• Conduct inspections and issue Certificates of Inspection only where required and legally accredited and authorised.
• Keep workshop tools, equipment and work areas clean, safe and serviceable; report defects and hazards.
• Complete required safety documentation, including SWMS, SOPs, risk assessments, JSAs, Take 5s and hazard reports.
• Follow safe practices for isolation, lifting, workshop machinery, manual handling and handling fuels, oils and chemicals.
• Provide practical guidance to apprentices or less experienced staff when appropriately qualified and authorised.
• Participate in separately agreed breakdown or on‑call arrangements, subject to applicable casual conditions and competencies.
• Undertake reasonable non‑trade workshop tasks and assist other Council projects within competency and safety requirements.
• Suggest practical improvements to maintenance, record‑keeping, workshop safety, fleet reliability and cost effectiveness.
• Perform other reasonable duties directed by the Workshop and Fleet Coordinator within qualifications, competency, licences and classification.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience

• Legal right to live and work in Australia.
• Certificate III in Heavy Commercial Vehicle Mechanical Technology, Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology, or an equivalent relevant mechanical trade qualification and experience.
• Current Queensland “C” Class Driver’s Licence or higher.
• Construction Induction Card (White Card), or ability to obtain one before undertaking work requiring it.
• Ability to meet relevant pre‑employment health assessment and National Police Check requirements.
• Proven hands‑on ability to diagnose, troubleshoot and repair mechanical faults in heavy vehicles, trucks, plant and/or light vehicles. Applicants must provide examples of faults personally diagnosed and successfully repaired; routine servicing alone is insufficient.
• Ability to use diagnostic equipment, fault codes, testing procedures and manuals to identify root causes, select repairs and verify results.
• Reliability, accountability, sound judgement and the ability to work independently and cooperatively in a small team.
• Ability to maintain accurate electronic job cards, service, defect, parts and time records, or learn Council systems quickly.
• Ability to prioritise repairs, manage competing demands, communicate progress and meet quality and time requirements.
• Additional skills or authorisations in auto‑electrical systems, air conditioning or vehicle inspections/Certificates of Inspection.
• Extensive fault diagnosis and repair experience with heavy trucks, diesel engines, hydraulics and earthmoving plant.
• Experience mentoring or supporting mechanical apprentices.
• Heavy vehicle licence (preferably HC) and/or relevant High Risk Work licences (LF, DG or CV).
• First aid qualification and experience attending remote mechanical breakdowns.

Corporate Accountabilities

• Comply with Council policies and legislation, including the Local Government Act 2009, Code of Conduct, WHS and Anti‑Discrimination policies.
• Meet the inherent requirements of the role, with appropriate adjustments, and respond flexibly to workshop needs.
• Promote an honest, accountable, respectful and supportive team culture.

Work Health and Safety

• Comply with the Work Health and Safety Act 2011 (Qld), relevant legislation and Council safety procedures.
• Use PPE and safe practices; participate in risk assessments, toolbox talks and incident reporting.
• Report hazards, incidents, near misses and unsafe plant promptly; stop or elevate unsafe work.

Team Contribution

• Work collaboratively and respectfully with workshop staff, operational teams and external stakeholders.
• Cooperate with the Workshop and Fleet Coordinator, mechanics, apprentices, plant operators, suppliers and contractors.
• Raise issues constructively with a solution‑focused approach and take ownership of assigned tasks.
• Share technical knowledge and assist apprentices or less experienced staff where authorised.
• Attend and participate in relevant staff meetings, toolbox talks and training as requested.
• Demonstrate Council’s values, reliability, accountability and a commitment to continuous improvement.

Agility Statement

This PD summarises the nature and level of the role and is not exhaustive. Duties may change after consultation, subject to industrial arrangements and the employee’s competencies.

Authorisation and Acknowledgement

• Signing acknowledges the position duties, subject to applicable employment terms and conditions.
• I acknowledge the duties and responsibilities outlined in this position description.

Employee Signatures

Employee Name:

Employee Signature: Date:

I, Martin Leech, authorise and approve this Position Description: Workshop Mechanic (Infrastructure / Workshop and Fleet).Martin Leech Date: 21 October 2026Chief Executive Officer