Heavy Vehicle Mechanic

Council Jobs; Newcastle-Maitland; On-site; AUD 79,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary plus 12% superannuation

Market premium up to $5,223.92 p.a.

Weekly allowances

4-day work week (35h)

Long service leave after 5 years

Gym membership discounts

Free parking

Lake Mac perks

Job summary

Lake Macquarie City Council is seeking a skilled Heavy Vehicle Mechanic to join our Workshop Team in Boolaroo, NSW. This hands-on role maintains the council's diverse fleet, performs scheduled and reactive servicing, and conducts inspections using state-of-the-art diagnostic tools.

You will work a 35-hour, 4-day week, with opportunities to mentor apprentices and contribute to safety and quality assurance across multiple sites. A current HR licence and RMS examiner certification are highly valued.

Qualifications

• Must have Certificate III in Heavy Commercial Vehicle Mechanical trade.
• HR driver's licence is essential.
• Experience with automotive air conditioning is required.
• CMMS familiarity is preferred.
• TAFE or industry post-trade qualifications in hydraulics/electronics/welding are desirable.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair Lake Macquarie City's diverse fleet and plant assets.
• Perform scheduled and reactive servicing, repairs, modifications and inspections (RMS NHVAS as required).
• Provide fault diagnostics using modern diagnostic tools and technology.
• Support and supervise apprentices, promoting safe work practices and high-quality workmanship.

Skills

HR license

NHVAS awareness

CMMS knowledge

Team player

Can-do attitude

Education

Certificate III in Heavy Commercial Vehicle Mechanical trade

Tools

Automotive air conditioning tools

Job description

Lake Mac Council is seeking an experienced Heavy Vehicle Mechanics in to join our skilled Workshop team for an immediate start.

Keep essential community services moving as you maintain a diverse fleet of vehicles and plant

Put your skills to work in a well-equipped workshop using the latest diagnostic tools and technology

Enjoy a 35-hour 4-day work week – where every week is a long weekend!

LET’S EXPLORE THE JOB

Are you a skilled Heavy Vehicle Mechanic (Diesel Mechanic) who takes pride in keeping essential services moving? We’re looking for an experienced, customer-focused mechanic to join our Workshop Team at Lake Macquarie City Council.

In this hands-on role, you’ll be responsible for maintaining and repairing Council’s diverse fleet and plant assets, ensuring they remain safe, reliable and fit for purpose. Your work will include scheduled and reactive servicing, repairs, modifications and RMS registration and compliance inspections, using the latest diagnostic scan tools and technology.

You’ll join a dedicated and diverse team of highly skilled automotive professionals who take pride in our strong reputation for safety compliance, efficiency and quality workmanship. Working closely with internal customers, you’ll deliver responsive, high-quality service while upholding our commitment to safety, quality assurance and integrity in everything you do.

THIS EXCITING ROLE WILL:

• Ensure plant and fleet servicing, repairs, modifications, RMS registration and Safety inspections are completed in accordance with NSW statutory requirements, National Heavy Vehicle Accreditation Scheme (NHVAS) standards and Council’s processes;
• Carry out automotive air conditioning service and repairs;
• Support the training, direct and supervise apprentices by demonstrating high quality work, safe work practices and fault diagnostics;
• Minimising unplanned maintenance of Council’s assets by reporting to team supervisor observed faults/defects and suggesting improvements to procedures, practices or new methods;
• Carry out risk assessments for all work performed and contribute to the development of work method statements outlining safe ways to work.

You will be based at our well-equipped Depot Workshop in Boolaroo NSW but may be required to work and travel across multiple sites.

Read the position statementand learn more about this exciting opportunity.

LET’S HEAR ABOUT YOU

You will hold Certificate III in Heavy Commercial Vehicle Mechanical trade qualification and Automotive air conditioning experience and related qualification(s)

Having previously worked within similar position you have experience in servicing and repairing heavy and light vehicles and small and heavy plant equipment and machinery will see you stand out from the crowd.

Holding a current HR drivers' licence is a must.

You currently hold a RMS unrestricted vehicle examiner’s certificate or are willing and able to obtain the certificate.

Have an understanding of computer maintenance management systems (CMMS)

TAFE or industry post trade qualifications in hydraulic systems, electronic controls, braking systems and/or welding are desirable.

Most of all you're a team player with a positive can-do attitude.

LET’S REVEAL THE PERKS

• Competitive salary from $78,934 to $91,735 per annum plus 12% superannuation
• This position will also obtain a market premium of up to $5,223.92 per annum which is reflective of the current competitive market and is subject to review in September 2027.
• Weekly allowances (MVP, Tool allowance, Afternoon Shift and Adverse Working Conditions)
• 35 hours working across a 4-day work week
• Long Service leave after 5 years
• We value your health and wellbeing and offer generous, discounted gym memberships through our Corporate Fitness program, connect with colleagues through our social club, be inspired by regular wellbeing initiatives, annual flu vaccinations, and confidential support via our employee assistance (EAP) program
• Free parking within walking distance of our office building
• Along with many other perks that come from choosing Lake Mac!

CHOOSE THE LAKE MAC WAY

We know it is our people that will shape the future of our city. That’s why we’re passionate about providing a workplace that empowers our staff to be creative, innovative and bold. When you join the team at Lake Macquarie City Council, you join a group of people with a commitment to make our city even better. We’re proud of our city and the work we do, and we know you will be too.

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workforce. We believe that a diverse network of employees, which truly reflects the people it serves and represents, is best equipped to understand and meet the needs of our community. We welcome and encourage applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQ+ community, refugees and people with disabilities. We understand the skills and attributes veterans can bring to our Council.

LET’S START

For enquiries related to the duties of the role, please contact Casey Taylor, Workshop Coordinator, 02 4921 0*** or via email ********@lakemac.nsw.gov.au

If you need assistance with submitting your application, please contact Blair Stevenson, Talent Attraction Partner, 4069 0083 or via email **********@lakemac.nsw.gov.au

Your experience throughout the application process matters to us. If you'd like feedback on your application or interview, don't hesitate to get in touch — we're here for you!

Please note that as part of Lake Macquarie City Council’s recruitment process, prior to an offer of employment being made, recommended candidates may be subject to a medical assessment which may include alcohol and other drugs testing.