Mechanic

Glenelg Shire Council; Heywood; On-site; AUD 68,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Glenelg Shire Council is seeking a qualified Mechanic to service and repair a diverse fleet of vehicles, trucks and plant across the Shire. The role focuses on diesel engines, diagnostics, preventative maintenance and safety-conscious workmanship to keep essential services moving.

You will work in a hands-on, team-oriented environment, with responsibilities including servicing, fault-finding and timely repairs, while maintaining high standards of quality and compliance with workplace health and

Qualifications

• Qualified Mechanic with experience in diesel engines.
• Servicing, diagnosing and repairing vehicles, trucks, plant and equipment.
• Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills.
• Ability to manage priorities and work independently or in a team.
• Commitment to quality workmanship and safety.

Responsibilities

• Service and repair a diverse fleet of vehicles, trucks and plant.
• Inspect and perform preventative maintenance.
• Diagnose faults and carry out repairs.
• Contribute to fleet maintenance improvements.

Skills

Diesel engines

Vehicle servicing

Fault diagnosis

Teamwork & communication

Safety focus

Education

Trade qualification as Mechanic (diesel preferred)

Job description

About the Opportunity

We have an exciting opportunity for a qualified Mechanic to join our team and play an important role in keeping Glenelg Shire Council’s fleet of vehicles, trucks, plant and equipment safe, reliable and ready for work.

This is a hands-on role responsible for carrying out servicing, repairs, inspections and preventative maintenance across a diverse range of Council vehicles and plant. You will work on everything from light vehicles and trucks to heavy plant and specialised equipment, helping ensure Council’s fleet is maintained to a high standard and available to support essential services across the community.

In this role you will work as part of a supportive team, using your mechanical skills and experience to diagnose faults, undertake repairs, carry out scheduled servicing and contribute to the ongoing improvement of Council’s fleet maintenance practices.

If you’re a skilled mechanic who enjoys variety, working with a diverse range of equipment and being part of a team that keeps Council operations moving, we’d love to hear from you!

For further information on the position please refer to the Position Description.

What you need to Succeed

To succeed in this position, you will be a qualified Mechanic with experience in diesel engines and a strong understanding of the servicing, maintenance and repair of vehicles, trucks, plant and equipment. You will be practical, reliable and safety focused, with the ability to work independently as well as contribute effectively to a team.

To succeed in this position, you will need:

• A recognised trade qualification as a Mechanic, preferably with a Diesel Mechanic background.
• Experience in servicing, diagnosing and repairing vehicles, trucks, plant and equipment.
• Strong mechanical fault-finding and diagnostic skills.
• The ability to work independently and manage competing priorities.
• Good attention to detail and a commitment to quality workmanship.
• A strong focus on workplace health and safety.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• A current Victorian Driver Licence, with a Heavy Vehicle Licence desirable.