Mechanic - Sandgate Workshop

NSW Ambulance; Newcastle City Council; On-site; AUD 64,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Living expenses cap

Meal & entertainment cap

Novated leasing

Permanent role

Leave entitlements

Professional development

Tools & uniforms

Fitness Passport

Job summary

NSW Ambulance in Sandgate, NSW, is seeking a qualified motor mechanic to maintain and service our ambulance fleet at the Sandgate Workshop. This permanent full-time role offers a competitive salary of $75,882 per annum plus super and benefits, with opportunities for professional development and training.

You will contribute to the safety and reliability of emergency vehicles used to support frontline paramedics.

Qualifications

• A valid motor mechanic license.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and service modern ambulance vehicles.
• Support frontline paramedics by ensuring vehicles are roadworthy and reliable.

Skills

Motor mechanic

Job description

Mechanics Wanted at NSW Ambulance's Sandgate Workshop

Employment Type: Permanent Full-time

Salary Range: $ 75,882 per annum + Super & Benefit (Fitter / Motor Mechanic Lvl 4)

Location: NSW Ambulance Sandgate, Sandgate NSW 2304

Closing Date: 11:59 PM, Sunday 25 October 2026

Why Join NSW Ambulance?

• 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 plus Novated leasing options.
• Great Leave Entitlements: Accrued Days Off (ADOs), Annual Leave, Personal/Carer's Leave, Parental Leave and 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 Sandgate 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

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 Paramdate 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 that all people bring to our organisation, patients, communities, and workforce.

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