Fleet Mechanic – 9‑Day Fortnight, Relocation Support

Fraser Coast Region; Maryborough; On-site; AUD 82,000 - 89,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements incl. Wf

Professional development

Novated leasing

Employee discount shopping program

Paid maternity and paternity leave

Paid emergency services leave

Uniform subsidy

9-day fortnight

Study assistance program

Job summary

Fraser Coast Regional Council is seeking two qualified Mechanics to join the Fleet team in Maryborough. The role delivers maintenance and repairs across a diverse fleet of vehicles, trucks and heavy plant equipment, in a hands-on capacity.

You’ll diagnose faults, perform workshop and field servicing, and uphold safe work practices. A trade qualification (AQF III), a valid QLD C Class licence, and White Card are essential, with opportunities to mentor apprentices.

Qualifications

• Trade qualification as a Mechanical Tradesperson (AQF Level III).
• Valid Queensland C Class Driver Licence.
• General Construction Induction (White Card).
• Experience maintaining and repairing plant, trucks and heavy equipment.
• Sound skills in fitting, welding and machining.
• Strong understanding of WHS requirements and safe work practices.
• Ability to use work management systems to document service records.
• Effective communication and teamwork, including supporting apprentices

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical maintenance and repairs on Council vehicles, trucks and plant equipment.
• Diagnose faults and identify opportunities to improve fleet performance and reliability.
• Carry out workshop and field-based servicing, repairs and inspections.
• Support work planning by ensuring parts, tools and resources are available when required.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, timesheets and service requests using Council systems.
• Contribute to safe work practices and continuous improvement initiatives

Skills

Mechanical trades

Fitting

Welding

Machining

Safety compliance

Documentation

Education

AQF Level III Mechanical Tradesperson

White Card

QLD C Class Driver Licence

Job description

Fraser Coast Regional Council is seeking two qualified Mechanics to join the Fleet team in Maryborough. The role delivers maintenance and repairs across a diverse fleet of vehicles, trucks and heavy plant equipment, in a hands-on capacity.

You’ll diagnose faults, perform workshop and field servicing, and uphold safe work practices. A trade qualification (AQF III), a valid QLD C Class licence, and White Card are essential, with opportunities to mentor apprentices.