District Mechanical Officer - Leading Hand

Country Fire Authority; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 82,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Country Fire Authority in Cranbourne is seeking an experienced tradesperson to maintain and service CFA fleet appliances. This ongoing full-time role operates 7:00am–4:00pm, Monday to Friday, on a 9-day fortnight, with a base salary of AU$96,000 per year plus defined benefits superannuation.

The successful candidate will perform preventive and corrective maintenance, support workshop staff, and participate in after-hours mechanical rosters in a safe, well-equipped environment.

Qualifications

• Must have motor mechanic qualification and a Heavy Rigid Driver Licence.
• Ability to maintain safety at an Incident Scene and render assistance (First Aid L2).
• Experience in maintenance of medium/heavy rigid vehicle braking systems is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Carry out preventative maintenance, corrective maintenance and approved modifications to fleet assets under the workshop OIC.
• Ensure fleet assets are maintained in accordance with CFA maintenance procedures and industry standards.
• Supervise unqualified staff and assist DMO Grade 1 & 2 staff and apprentices as required.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation on work performed.
• Create electronic Work Orders utilising CFA software.
• Liaise with Brigade members regarding proposed work and work performed.
• Ensure Industrial Safety Standards are observed.

Skills

Motor Mechanic Qualification

Heavy Rigid Licence

First Aid L2

HV Vehicle Tester (preferred)

Workplace safety

Job description

About this role

• Location | Cranbourne Workshop, District 8
• Full Time | Ongoing
• DMO Grade 3 | $96, pa plus ESSS Defined Benefits superannuation
• Works a 9-day fortnight, 7:00am to 4:00pm

CFA is an emergency service that places the community at the centre of everything we do. We work to protect lives and property across Victoria, every hour of the day.

Our organisation is made up of employees working alongside more than 51, volunteers. We value the different skills, experience and viewpoints that people bring, because they strengthen how we operate and support the services Victorians rely on.

We aim to be a workplace where people feel supported to do meaningful work, develop professionally and contribute to outcomes that matter to the people and places we serve.

To learn more about who we are and the work we do, visit our page.

About the Role

This is an opportunity to secure an ongoing position at our Cranbourne Workshop where you will carry out preventative maintenance, corrective maintenance and approved modifications in a clean environment to well‑maintained CFA appliances. All tools and equipment supplied including uniform and PPE. The working hours are from 7:00am to 4:00pm Monday to Friday. Work a 9-day fortnight. $96, pa plus defined benefits superannuation.

Your days will see you carry out mechanical tasks associated with the maintenance and servicing of fleet assets as directed by the Officer-in-Charge (OIC) ensuring relevant safety standards and maintenance procedures are adhered to. In addition, you will provide assistance to other workshop staff and apprentices and participate in the after-hours roster for mechanical support.

A day in the life of a Leading Hand may see you:

• Carry out preventative maintenance, corrective maintenance and approved modifications to fleet assets under the direction of the workshop OIC
• Ensure fleet assets are maintained in accordance with appropriate industry standards and relevant CFA maintenance procedures.
• Supervise unqualified staff and assist DMO Grade 1 & 2 staff and apprentices as required.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation on work performed.
• Create electronic Work Orders utilising CFA software.
• Liaise with Brigade members regarding proposed work and work performed.
• Ensure Industrial Safety Standards are observed.

About you

The successful applicant will have the following:

• Motor Mechanic Qualification and hold a Heavy Rigid Driver Licence (note: this can be obtained within time frames set out by CFA if not held).
• You must also have the skills and ability to maintain safety at an Incident Scene and render assistance to others (First Aid L2) (note: this can be obtained within the timeframes set out by CFA if not held).

Ideally you will be a licensed vehicle tester HV (however, not essential) and will have experience in the maintenance of medium/heavy rigid vehicle braking systems, drive line components, engines and body components.

Furthermore, you will have proven ability to work as part of a team and actively participate in team discussions. Crucial to your success will be your ability to effectively communicate (both verbal and written). You will have proven ability to maintain a safe work environment and a proactive and energetic attitude with the initiative to seek tasks and challenges.

Why choose CFA

• Meaningful Purpose: Your contribution truly makes a difference
• Work-Life Balance: Paid parental leave, generous leave provisions
• Discounts: Emergency Memberlink discounts on various services
• Wellbeing Focus: Health Ready programs, flu vaccinations
• Member Assistance Program: Access support across 8 service pathways

Pre-employment Checks

Offers of employment will only be made to candidates who are able to successfully complete a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check, Working Rights Check and hold a valid Working with Children Check. You will also be required to provide at least two professional references.

Applications close: 11:59pm 27 October

CFA is committed to creating and maintaining a diverse, inclusive, and safe volunteer and work environment. Our aim is to have a volunteer and paid workforce that reflects the community it serves. First Nations people, women, people of all ages, with disabilities and culturally and linguistically diverse people are encouraged to apply.

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