Heavy Vehicle Mechanic — Field & Workshop (38h, RDO)

Parkes Shire Council; Parkes; Sur place; AUD 78 000 - 89 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

RDO every fortnight

Four weeks annual leave

Long service leave

Salary packaging options

Résumé du poste

Parkes Shire Council is seeking a skilled Heavy Vehicle Mechanic to join our team. You will carry out repairs, servicing and preventive maintenance of Council’s heavy vehicles and plant, in workshop or in the field.

Third or fourth-year apprentices are encouraged. You will diagnose faults, use diagnostic tools, ensure compliance, and support fleet reliability while contributing to a collaborative, safe work environment.

Qualifications

• Qualification in Automotive Heavy Vehicle Trade or be a third or fourth-year apprentice working towards completing your qualification.
• Experience or developing skills in servicing, diagnosing and repairing heavy vehicles, plant and equipment.
• A sound understanding of mechanical systems, including engines, transmissions and hydraulic systems, appropriate to your level of training and experience.
• Ability to interpret technical information and use diagnostic tools and equipment, or a willingness to further develop these skills.
• A positive, can-do attitude, attention to detail and a commitment to workplace safety.

Responsabilités

• Carry out repairs, servicing and preventative maintenance of Council’s heavy vehicles, plant and equipment.
• Undertake field servicing and repairs as required.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic and auto electrical faults using appropriate tools and diagnostic equipment.
• Complete inspections, electronic test inspection points and associated maintenance records.
• Ensure work complies with relevant legislation, manufacturer specifications, safety requirements and Council procedures.
• Assist with work orders, purchase orders and maintenance planning to minimise fleet downtime.
• Contribute to a safe, efficient and collaborative workshop environment.

Connaissances

Heavy vehicle maintenance

Diagnostics

Safety awareness

Problem solving

Teamwork

Formation

Automotive Heavy Vehicle Trade qualification

Third/Fourth-year apprentice progressing toward qualification

Outils

Diagnostic tools

Electronic testing equipment

Description du poste

Parkes Shire Council is seeking a skilled Heavy Vehicle Mechanic to join our team. You will carry out repairs, servicing and preventive maintenance of Council’s heavy vehicles and plant, in workshop or in the field.

Third or fourth-year apprentices are encouraged. You will diagnose faults, use diagnostic tools, ensure compliance, and support fleet reliability while contributing to a collaborative, safe work environment.