Heavy Vehicle And Plant Mechanic

Dubbo Regional Council; Dubbo; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 93,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9-day fortnight

38-hour week

Salary packaging options

Rainbow Cottage Childcare

Novated vehicle leasing

Self-education expenses

Disability/income protection insurance

Fitness Passport

Wellbeing Program

Annual flu vaccination

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Dubbo Regional Council is seeking two Heavy Vehicle and Plant Mechanics to service, diagnose and repair a diverse fleet across Dubbo and Wellington, with a mix of workshop and field work.

You’ll work autonomously, mentor apprentices and uphold high workmanship standards while supporting critical council operations. Salary range $80,310–$93,333 per year, 38-hour week, 9-day fortnight plus generous leave and salary packaging options.

Qualifications

• Recognised trade qualification as a Heavy Vehicle Mechanic or Plant Mechanic; or a recognised Light Vehicle Mechanic qualification with experience in servicing, diagnosis and repair of heavy vehicles and/or mobile plant.
• Demonstrated experience in servicing, fault diagnosis, troubleshooting and repair of heavy vehicles and/or mobile plant.
• Proficiency with fleet management systems and diagnostic tools.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, service and repair Council's fleet of heavy vehicles, mobile plant and associated equipment to keep essential services operating.
• Work autonomously across various locations including workshop and field service.
• Communicate effectively with different levels of the organisation.
• Supervise apprentices and contribute to high staff morale within the team.
• Maintain high-quality workmanship and asset reliability.

Skills

Diagnosing faults

Servicing and repair

Troubleshooting

Field service operations

Autonomous work style

Apprentice mentorship

Education

Heavy Vehicle/Plant Mechanic qualification

Motor Vehicle Tradesperson Certificate

RMS Motor & Heavy Vehicle Inspection Authority

Class HR Driving Licence

Tools

Fleet management system

Electronic job cards

Diagnostic systems

Job description

At the heart of community. At the start of the future.

That’s where you’ll find Dubbo Regional Council and the opportunity to shape our region as a new Heavy Vehicle and Plant Mechanic, with positions available in both Dubbo and Wellington.

Our people care deeply about serving and strengthening our community. We work for 55,000 residents and 1.65 million people who visit our region each year - and when you join us, you’ll be part of that impact every single day. We’re at the centre of huge and important environmental, economic and societal change that will ensure a more sustainable future – for the Dubbo region, New South Wales, and beyond. It doesn’t get much bigger than that.

Join us as a Heavy Vehicle and Plant Mechanic in Fleet & Depot Services branch and develop your skills and future career.

Find purpose and impact

Are you an experienced mechanic looking for variety, technical challenges and the opportunity to work on a diverse fleet of heavy vehicles and plant equipment?

We're looking for two skilled Heavy Vehicle and Plant Mechanics to join our Fleet and Depot Services team, with one position based in Dubbo and one position based in Wellington.

In this role, you'll be responsible for servicing, fault diagnosis, maintenance and repair of Council's extensive fleet of heavy vehicles, mobile plant, light vehicles and specialised equipment. You'll split your time between workshop-based maintenance and field service work, including responding to breakdowns and supporting operations across the region.

Using your diagnostic expertise and industry knowledge, you'll troubleshoot complex mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical systems, helping to minimise downtime and maximise the reliability of critical Council assets.

If you enjoy solving problems, working independently, sharing your knowledge with apprentices and taking pride in high-quality workmanship, we'd love to hear from you.

You’ll make an impact by:

• Diagnosing, servicing and repairing Council's fleet of heavy vehicles, mobile plant and associated equipment to keep essential services operating effectively
• Working autonomously across various locations
• Effectively communicating with different levels of the organisation
• Fostering good teamwork and high staff morale within the team, including supervision of apprentices
• Ensuring high-quality standards of workmanship

What you’ll bring:

To thrive in this role, you will need:

• Recognised trade qualification as a Heavy Vehicle Mechanic or Plant Mechanic; or a recognised Light Vehicle Mechanic qualification with demonstrated experience in the servicing, diagnosis and repair of heavy vehicles and/or mobile plant.
• Demonstrated post trade experience in servicing, fault diagnosis, troubleshooting and repair of heavy vehicles and/or mobile plant, including mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical systems.
• Ability to use computer-based systems relevant to workshop operations, including Council’s fleet management system, electronic job cards and diagnostic systems.
• We would also love you to have:
• Motor Vehicle Tradesperson Certificate.
• Current RMS Motor and Heavy Vehicle Inspection Authority
• Relevant additional licences, qualifications or skills such as forklift operation, automotive air-conditioning and welding.
• Class HR Driving Licence, or willingness to obtain.

Ready to find more from work and life?

Join us and help strengthen our community and your career.

This position offers an attractive annual salary ranging from $80,310 to $93,333 ($40.86 to $47.05) per hour plus superannuation and allowances

To find out more about this role, explore the Position Description and feel free to reach out to our Fleet Maintenance Coordinator on 02 6801 4944 to make an enquiry.

If this role sounds like you, we would love to hear from you,

This position requires a pre-employment health assessment. Please refer to the Job Demands document for the physical requirements of the position.

Applications close 9am, Monday 21st September 2026

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Why Dubbo Regional Council?

At Dubbo Regional Council, you’ll find a great combination. Here’s what you can expect in your career with us:

• Find purpose and impact

Everything you do at Dubbo Regional Council makes a difference for so many people, in so many ways. It’ll always be that way. But right here, right now, we’re at the heart of some big change - and this is your once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to help us shape the future for communities here and beyond.

• Find personal and professional growth

You’ll find so much variety here. We’re doing diverse, high-impact work at scale. For you, that means plenty of opportunity to develop your skills and future career.

• Find people you can count on and a lifestyle you love

Your career matters, but so does your life outside of work. You don’t have to sacrifice one for the other. Here, you’ll achieve and grow in a great place to live and work, with people who truly care.

You’ll also enjoy a range of other benefits:

• Find a better balance - enjoy a 38-hour work week with a 9-day fortnight, plus generous leave allowances.
• Make your pay go further with a variety of salary-packaging options, including Rainbow Cottage Childcare, novated vehicle leasing, self-education expenses, disability/income protection insurance, and so much more.
• Find real connection with our supportive team environment and active social club.
• Prioritise your health and wellbeing with our Fitness Passport, comprehensive Wellbeing Program, annual flu vaccination, and Employee Assistance Program for you and your family.

Dubbo Regional Council is part of Wiradjuri Country, and we acknowledge all clan groups that reside within the Dubbo and Wellington Wiradjuri Nation. We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion, and we strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people of all ages, genders, abilities and cultural backgrounds.