Mechanic

Careers at Council; Sydney; On-site; AUD 71,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9-day fortnight

Hybrid work arrangements

Part-time & job share opportunities

Long Service Leave

Parental Leave

Health & wellbeing program

Professional development

Job summary

Hornsby Shire Council is seeking an experienced Car/Heavy Vehicle/Plant Mechanic to join our team. The role focuses on maintaining, servicing and repairing a diverse range of council assets, including minor and major plant equipment, light and heavy fleet vehicles.

You will work independently, manage competing priorities, and respond to breakdowns to ensure fleet safety and reliability. The position offers a 9-day fortnight and a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Trade certificate required as Motor Mechanic (MVRC).
• Current Class MR (Medium Rigid) Driver's Licence required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair the plant and fleet in accordance with manufacturers’ specifications.
• Identify potential problems, establish task priorities and conduct appropriate maintenance repairs in accordance with established practices and procedures.
• Provide an on-site breakdown service for operational staff for major plant and heavy fleet.

Education

Trade Certificate (Motor Mechanic)

MR Driver's Licence (Class MR)

Job description

Salary

$71,448 - $88,069 per annum (based on 76 hours per fortnight) plus superannuation, and a 9 day fortnight. Appointed salary in this range will be based on skills, qualifications and experience.

About us

At Hornsby Shire Council, we offer more than just a job. We are a community where everyone plays a vital role in creating a positive culture while delivering meaningful work with a real impact. We are inclusive and flexible and champion your professional growth. Join us in building our Shire for the future and be part of a team that values your individuality and empowers you to contribute to something greater. Check out our employee value proposition and what it is like to work at Hornsby Shire Council.

About the role

In this role you will:

• maintain and repair the plant and fleet in accordance with manufacturers’ specifications
• identify potential problems, establish task priorities and conduct appropriate maintenance repairs in accordance with established practices and procedures
• provide an on-site breakdown service for operational staff for major plant and heavy fleet.

This position is primarily based at Council's Depot, however, you will also be required to travelthroughout the Shire in the performance of the duties.

This role operates on a 9-day fortnight, providing a regular Rostered Day Off (RDO). Standard workinghours are generally 6:00am to 3:30pm, Monday to Friday.

Position requirements

• Trade Certificate (Motor Mechanic) Motor Vehicle Repair Industry Council
• Current Class MR (Medium Rigid) Driver's Licence.

About you

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Car Mechanic, Heavy Vehicle Mechanic, or Plant Mechanic to join our team.
In this role, you will apply your strong technical knowledge and hands-on experience to maintain, service and repair a diverse range of Council assets, including minor and major plant equipment,
light and heavy fleet vehicles. You are a self-starter who can work independently, manage competing priorities, and respond to breakdowns and maintenance issues to ensure Council's fleet and equipment remain safe,
reliable and operational.

Benefits of working with us

We offer more than just a job, we understand the importance of a work-life balance and are proud to offer a range of benefits:

• Flexible working opportunities, such as 9-day fortnight for full time permanent and temporary fixed term employees, hybrid work arrangements, part time and job share work opportunities
• Generous leave provisions, including:
  • Long Service Leave after 5 years (transferable between Councils)
  • Parental Leave (up to 28 weeks)
  • My Leave
• Employee Health and Wellbeing Program, as well as Fitness Passport and annual flu vaccinations
• Employee Assistance Program
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Motor vehicle novated leasing and salary sacrifice opportunities
• Social Club
• Long Service Awards

Applications close 9 November 2026 at 11.30pm.