Heavy Vehicle Mechanic

Ballina Shire Council; Ballina Shire; On-site; AUD 68,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary range

Superannuation 12%

Tool allowance

Industry allowance

Flexible work

9 day fortnight

Professional development

Work culture

Wellbeing initiatives

Uniform & PPE

Job summary

Ballina Shire Council is seeking a skilled heavy vehicle mechanic to join our workshop team, helping keep our fleet running smoothly. You will service and repair heavy vehicles, plant and machinery, and support the Supervisor in mentoring apprentices.

Essentials include a trade certificate, mechanical workshop experience, hydraulics knowledge, and a valid Class C licence with a safe driving record. A white card and vaccination readiness are also required.

Qualifications

• Trade certificate relevant to the role.
• Demonstrated experience in a heavy vehicle workshop.
• Proven hydraulics, pumps, welding and heavy plant repairs knowledge.
• Experience supervising apprentices/contractors and leading a team.
• Good oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Servicing and repairs of heavy vehicles, plant and machinery.
• Maintenance and repair planning to keep fleet operational.
• Support Supervisor in mentoring and developing apprentices.

Skills

Behaviours in line with Council values

Trade certificate

Mechanical workshop experience

Hydraulics

Pumps

Welding

Heavy plant repairs

Plant operation knowledge

Apprentice supervision

Strong communication

Class C licence

White Card

Immunisation (Hep A/B)

OSH/QS knowledge

Education

Trade certificate relevant to the position

Job description

Change your lifestyle and live and work in a vibrant community and great coastal environment.

Ballina Shire Council is situated on the Far North Coast of New South Wales, 20 minutes from Byron Bay and one hour from the Gold Coast. The shire is a popular tourism destination with pristine beaches, rainforest retreats and hinterland hideaways.

ABOUT US

Change your lifestyle and live and work in a vibrant community and great coastal environment.

Ballina Shire Council is situated on the Far North Coast of New South Wales, 20 minutes from Byron Bay and one hour from the Gold Coast. The shire is a popular tourism destination with pristine beaches, rainforest retreats and hinterland hideaways.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Position

We are currently seeking a skilled heavy vehicle mechanic to join our workshop team. If you enjoy working in a supportive environment that values teamwork, safety, and work-lifebalance, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

In this hands‑on role, you’ll be a key part of keeping Council’s broad range of fleet runningsmoothly. From servicing and repairs to maintaining heavy vehicles, plant, and machinery, your work will make a real impact on the community. You’ll also have the chance to support the Supervisor in mentoring and developing apprentices.

To be successful you will bring

• Behaviour that positively demonstrates Council’s values of: creative, accessible, respect, energetic and safe.
• Trade certificate relevant to the position.
• Demonstrated experience working in a mechanical workshop.
• Proven experience with hydraulics, pumps, welding and heavy plant repairs.
• Proven knowledge of plant operation capabilities and associated maintenance and repair requirements.
• Demonstrated experience in the direction and supervision of apprentices and contractors, with the ability to lead and motivate a team.
• Proven good communication skills, both oral and written.
• Class C driver licence with the ability to operate manual transmission and a good and safe driving record.
• Work Safely in the Construction Industry Induction ticket (white card).
• Current immunisation against Hepatitis A and Hepatitis B viruses or willingness to participate in an immunisation program.
• Knowledge and understanding of the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity, work health and safety, environmental management and risk management and an ability to apply them to the work practices.

The rewards

• A salary range of $68,400 to $78,600 per annum (plus 12% superannuation, a weekly tool allowance of $39.40 and a weekly industry allowance of $19.49).
• Flexible work arrangements to support your lifestyle, including a 9 day fortnight working arrangement.
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities, including payment to upgrade trade qualification if required.
• Job security and a supportive, values-driven workplace culture.
• Health and wellbeing initiatives, including Fitness Passport member options.
• Meaningful work that contributes to the sustainability and liveability of our region.
• Provision of uniform and PPE.

Specific enquiries

Daniel Bryant|Coordinator Workshop |02 66861246