Heavy Vehicle Mechanic

City-of-Gold-Coast; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 46,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9-day fortnight

Fitness Passport access

Counselling sessions

Free parking

Uniform and PPE

Job summary

City of Gold Coast is seeking a Heavy Vehicle Mechanic (Mechanical Technician) to maintain and repair a diverse range of heavy vehicles, trucks, plant machinery, and related equipment. This hands-on role requires a Vehicle Mechanical Technology qualification and the ability to work independently or as part of a team.

You will join the Fleet Maintenance team, enjoy a 9-day fortnight, on-call opportunities with extra weekly pay, and benefits such as Fitness Passport access and free parking.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Heavy Vehicle Mechanical Technology is mandatory.
• Experience with heavy and light vehicles and plant machinery is advantageous.
• Experience using Computerised Maintenance Management Systems such as SAP.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair a diverse range of heavy vehicles, trucks and plant machinery.
• Diagnose issues and perform preventative maintenance to keep fleet in service.
• Collaborate with team and communicate effectively with colleagues.

Skills

Self-motivation

Communication skills

Time management

Education

Certificate III in Heavy Vehicle Mechanical Technology

Tools

SAP

Job description

• Full Time | 9-day fortnight | 36 hours per week
• Hourly Rate starting from $40.57 (plus applicable allowances) and Super
• After-hours on-call opportunities: Earn an additional $520 per week when on call, plus access to an on-call vehicle

Our Fleet Maintenance team are a dedicated group of trade-qualified technicians who take pride in keeping the City's fleet of vehicles and plants running smoothly. With a strong focus on quality and efficiency, our team plays a vital role in ensuring our City's operations stay on track.

About the role

As a Heavy Vehicle Mechanic (internally referred to as Mechanical Technician), you'll have the opportunity to apply your expertise in maintaining and repairing a diverse range of heavy vehicles, trucks, plant machinery, light vehicles and other essential equipment. This is a hands-on role where your skills and knowledge gained through a Vehicle Mechanical Technology or related trade will be put to the test.

We’re looking for people who have:

• Certificate III in Heavy Vehicle Mechanical Technology (mandatory)
• Experience with a variety of heavy and light vehicles and plant machinery (highly advantageous)
• Experience using Computerise Maintenance Management Systems such as SAP
• A self-motivated approach with the ability to work independently as well as part of a team
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• A responsible attitude towards timekeeping, work organisation and quality control

Be part of shaping the Gold Coast’s future

The Gold Coast is inspired by lifestyle and driven by opportunity. We are the second largest Council in Australia.

We care about being the most flexible government organisation in Australia. We have a range of benefits to help you create the right balance:

• 9-day fortnight – enjoy a long weekend every fortnight!
• Access to 350+ fitness facilities through Fitness Passport for you and your family
• 4 free confidential counselling sessions a year for you or your immediate family
• A stable working environment with job security
• A professional, and inclusive work environment working with modern equipment
• Free parking
• Uniform and PPE provided
• A work environment committed to safety as our number 1 priority
• Opportunities to work overtime to increase your take home pay
• Clear paths for career progression and advancement - whether you are interested in moving into a leadership position or upskilling with specialised training, we have plenty of opportunities for you to reach your personal and professional goals

We pride ourselves on our shared mission of being a high-performing, customer-focused organisation which delivers value-for-money services to the community.

Closing Date Monday 30th November 2026 /11:59pm AEDT

Our selection process may include a one-way video interview via Criteria, a face-to-face or virtual interview via Microsoft Teams, reference checks via Xref and additional checks including police checks, employment history checks, qualification checks, pre-employment medical reviews and drug and alcohol testing.

We’re committed to creating a diverse workplace and inclusive culture. We take pride in people who align with our high-performance principles. We believe that the diverse makeup of our workforce reflects the community we serve. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences and identities, and encourage candidates to discuss any support or adjustments they may need throughout the recruitment process.