Fleet Mechanic – Heavy Vehicle & Plant Tech (RDO)

Cowra Shire Council; Cowra; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fortnightly RDO

4 weeks annual leave

Long service leave

Sick leave

MyLeave

Wellbeing programs

Employee benefits program

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Paid parental leave

Job summary

Cowra Shire Council is seeking an experienced Mechanic to join our Infrastructure and Operations team in Cowra, NSW. In this hands-on role, you will service, diagnose, maintain and repair the Council’s diverse fleet, including heavy vehicles, light vehicles, plant and equipment, ensuring safe and roadworthy operation.

You will diagnose faults across mechanical, hydraulic and electrical systems, perform scheduled servicing and preventative maintenance, and liaise with internal staff and external

Qualifications

• Trade qualification as Mechanic, Heavy Vehicle Mechanic or equivalent.
• Demonstrated fleet maintenance and repair experience including hydraulic, electrical, and fabrication work.
• High level of computer literacy.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Current MR/HR driver’s licence (or willingness to obtain).

Responsibilities

• Service, diagnose, maintain and repair Cowra Shire Council’s fleet including heavy vehicles, light vehicles, plant and equipment.
• Diagnose faults and rectify mechanical, hydraulic and electrical issues; perform scheduled servicing and preventative maintenance to keep assets safe and roadworthy.
• Coordinate with internal staff and external suppliers to source parts, schedule servicing and ensure timely repairs.

Skills

Fleet maintenance

Diagnosis & repair

Electrical & hydraulic

Problem solving

Computer literacy

Education

Trade qualification as Mechanic or Heavy Vehicle Mechanic

Job description

Cowra Shire Council is seeking an experienced Mechanic to join our Infrastructure and Operations team in Cowra, NSW. In this hands-on role, you will service, diagnose, maintain and repair the Council’s diverse fleet, including heavy vehicles, light vehicles, plant and equipment, ensuring safe and roadworthy operation.

You will diagnose faults across mechanical, hydraulic and electrical systems, perform scheduled servicing and preventative maintenance, and liaise with internal staff and external