Heavy Vehicle Mechanic

Southern Downs Regional Council; Warwick; On-site; AUD 61,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted corporate health insurance

Health & wellbeing initiatives

Job summary

Southern Downs Regional Council – Warwick QLD is seeking an experienced diesel/mechanical technician to support the Workshop by carrying out proactive repairs and maintenance on heavy plant, trucks and equipment, including water and sewerage facilities. You will work safely to keep SDRC moving and operational.

The role is permanent full-time in Warwick, with a strong focus on vehicle maintenance, safety, and efficient service delivery, including regional assets and infrastructure support.

Qualifications

• Recognised trade qualification as a Diesel, Heavy Vehicle or Mobile Plant Motor mechanic.

Responsibilities

• Carry out proactive, preventative repairs and maintenance on SDRC’s heavy plant, trucks and equipment.
• Maintain water and sewerage treatment and pump station facilities.
• Contribute to safe, efficient operations of the Workshop.

Skills

Diesel & Heavy Vehicle Mechanics

Education

Trade qualification as a Diesel/Heavy Vehicle/Mobile Plant Mechanic

Job description

Southern Downs Regional Council – Warwick QLD

In this role, you will be contributing to the effective and efficient operations of the Workshop by carrying out proactive, preventative repairs and maintenance to SDRC’s heavy plant, trucks, equipment and infrastructure, including maintaining water and sewerage treatment and pump station facilities.

Bring your mechanical experience, problem-solving skills and commitment to safety to a role that keeps SDRC moving.

STATUS

Permanent, Full-time

HOURS of WORK

76 hours per fortnight | 9-day fortnight

PAY LEVEL

$2,660.09 - $2,794.46 per fortnight (Level C10 – C8) + Dirt Allowance ($0.83 per hour) + Tool Allowance ($49.40 per fortnight) + Above award payment ($304 per fortnight)

Plus 12% Superannuation and 17.5% Annual Leave Loading in accordance with Council’s Enterprise Agreement and the relevant Award.

Pay rate dependant on relevant skills and experience.

EMPLOYMENT BASE

Warwick, Queensland

APPLICATIONS CLOSE

09:00AM – Tuesday, 22nd September 2026

What you will need in this role

For full details of this position, please ensure you download the Position Description.

To be considered for this role, you will need:

• Legal right to live and work in Australia

MANDATORY POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• A Class C (car) licence or greater is required for this role.
• An Occupational Health and Safety Construction Induction (White Card); or the ability to obtain.
• Immunisation record indicating Hepatitis A&B vaccinations or immunity; or the ability to be vaccinated.
• Recognised trade qualification as a Diesel, Heavy Vehicle or Mobile Plant Motor mechanic.

Please see Position Description for further information on required qualifications.

Benefits of the position include:

• Discounted corporate health insurance plans
• Free skin checks, flu vacs & wellness medicals, including discounted gym memberships
• Health & wellbeing initiatives exclusive to Council employees
• Generous leave provisions, including Special Family Leave & Cultural Leave
• Employee Assistance Program for all staff and their families (24/7)

About Southern Downs

Southern Downs is a great place to live, work, play and stay. With a growing multicultural community of 27,040 residents, the picturesque region covers 7,122km and offers you the work-life balance you have been searching for in a well-connected regional centre. The major towns of Warwick and Stanthorpe offer vibrant commercial hubs with ample retail, medical, banking and educational services.

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