Mechanic - Fairfield Workshop

NSW Health; Fairfield; On-site; AUD 68,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Novated leasing

Leave entitlements

Professional development

Tools & uniforms

Fitness Passport

Job summary

NSW Health's NSW Ambulance Fairfield Workshop is seeking a skilled motor mechanic to maintain and service a modern ambulance fleet. You will work with a dedicated team to ensure vehicles are safe and road-ready, supporting frontline paramedics across NSW.

Applicants should hold a current motor mechanic license and a light vehicle trade certificate, and a NSW driving licence. This permanent full-time role offers salary packaging, novated leasing, generous leave, and ongoing professional

Qualifications

• Valid motor mechanic license is required.
• Current Motor Mechanic Trade Certificate (light vehicle) is required.
• Current valid driving license to operate NSW Ambulance vehicles is required.
• Experience with light commercial vehicles (e.g. Mercedes-Benz Sprinter) and equipment is desirable.
• Ability to attend breakdowns/emergency repairs and diagnose issues on vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and service the NSW Ambulance fleet to ensure road-readiness.
• Respond to breakdowns and perform emergency repairs as required.
• Diagnose faults in electrical and mechanical systems and perform corrective actions.

Skills

Motor mechanic license

Trade Certificate light vehicle

Driving license

Job description

Mechanics Wanted at NSW Ambulance Fairfield Workshop

Keep Ambulances Road Ready. Support Lifesaving Care Across NSW.

Employment Type:Permanent Full-time
Salary Range:$ 75,882 per annum + Super & Benefit (Fitter / Motor Mechanic Lvl 4)
Location:NSW Ambulance Fairfield Workshop, Carramar NSW 2163
Closing Date:11:59 PM, Sunday 25 October 2026

Why Join NSW Ambulance?

Job Security

Enjoy the stability and benefits of a permanent NSW Government position.

Boost your take Home Pay via Salary packaging options including:

• Up to $9,000 for living expenses
• Up to $2,650 for meal and entertainment expenses

Novated leasing options

Great Leave Entitlements

• Personal/Carer's Leave

Additional Public Holiday

• Professional Development Receive ongoing technical training, including annual training opportunities with Mercedes-Benz and other leading manufacturers.
• Tools & Uniforms Provided Allowances available to support your role.
• Fitness Passport Access hundreds of gyms, pools and fitness centres across Australia for you and your family.

About the opportunity

Looking for more than just another mechanic job?

Join NSW Ambulance and work on a fleet that makes a real difference to communities across NSW. Every vehicle you maintain supports our frontline paramedics in delivering critical emergency care when it matters most.

Based at our Fairfield Workshop, you'll work with a skilled team maintaining and servicing modern ambulance vehicles, including specialised emergency and support vehicles.

About you

We'd love to hear from you if you've got:

• A valid motor mechanic license
• Possession of a current Motor Mechanic Trade Certificate (light vehicle mechanical). Yes or No
• Current valid driving license to operate NSW Ambulance vehicles. Yes or No
• Demonstrated experience with light commercial vehicles such as, Mercedes Benz Sprinter type vehicles and special purpose-built equipment. Please provide a brief example of your experience. (2-3 lines)
• Ability to attend to breakdowns/emergency repairs and undertake vehicle diagnostic testing. Please provide a brief example of your experience. (2-3 lines)
• Knowledge of vehicle electrical component systems, fault diagnosis and rectification. Please provide a brief example of your experience. (2-3 lines)

Join a team where your skills keep ambulances on the road and help support lifesaving care across NSW. Apply today and be part of something bigger than just mechanics.

Additional Information

• Employment of temporary visa holders is only considered if no suitable permanent resident or citizen is identified after labour market testing.
• Eligibility lists and talent pools may be created and used to fill ongoing and temporary vacancies over the next 18 months at the same, or other locations, that are at the same grade and capability level.
• Applicants are expected to provide responses that reflect their own knowledge, experience, and understanding of the role.
• Any AI assisted content should still reflect your own capability; candidates may be asked to discuss or demonstrate examples during interview.
• If you are currently a Paramedic or in a role that is covered by the NSW Ambulance Death and Income Protection Benefits (State) Award 2022, please ensure that you have sought advice prior to accepting this position. For further information please contact Paramedic Insurance via***************@health.nsw.gov.au

Our Commitment

NSW Ambulance is committed to achieving a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve. All are welcome to apply, including women, Aboriginal People, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, refugees, people of diverse genders and sexuality, and people living with a disability. We value the knowledge, skills, experiences, and perspectives thatall people bring to our organisation, patients, communities, and workforce.

If you are an Aboriginal job applicant and wish to obtainmore information about applying for a role with NSW Ambulance, please contact our Aboriginal Workforce Engagement Coordinator via ***************@health.nsw.gov.au or visit Stepping Up. Stepping Up aims to assist Aboriginal job applicants by providing information about applying for roles within NSW Health - visit https://www.steppingup.health.nsw.gov.au/

If you wish to discuss any changes to the process, you may need to present yourbest self, including accessibility requirements; please contact the panel convenor or recruitment team for support at NSW Ambulance Corporate Recruitment Team via ***************@health.nsw.gov.au.

Additionally, you can contact the NSW Ambulance Diversity & Inclusion Team at***************@health.nsw.gov.au

Child Safe Employment

NSW Ambulanceis dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementingthe Child Safe Standards.We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.