Mechanical Workshop Supervisor

Careers at Council; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fitness Passport

On-Site Parking

Great working environment

Tertiary Education Assistance

Health and Wellbeing Program

Long Service Leave after 5 years

Training and Development Opportunities

Employee Reward and Recognition

Employee Assistance Program for you &/

Job summary

Hawkesbury City Council is seeking a Plant Superintendent to lead the mechanical workshop, coordinate repairs and supervise the team. The role requires motor mechanic qualifications and extensive repair experience across trucks, cars, and construction plant.

Join a large NSW council with a supportive culture; competitive salary negotiable by experience, full-time 38 hours/week (4 days condensed), on-site parking and Fitness Passport.

Qualifications

• Must hold Motor Mechanic or Plant Mechanic qualification.
• Must hold Motor Vehicle Repair Industry Council Trade Certificate.
• Must hold Vehicle Registration Certificate.
• Extensive experience with truck and car repairs and maintenance.
• Extensive experience with construction plant repair and maintenance.
• Experience writing reports.
• Experience supervising staff.
• Class C Drivers Licence.
• WHS General Construction Work in NSW.
• Working with Children Check (WWCC).
• Background checks and medical declaration as part of appointment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day operation of the mechanical workshop.
• Coordinate and supervise the workshop team.
• Ensure servicing and repairs are completed efficiently and safely.
• Maintain compliance with WHS and council requirements.

Skills

Truck and car repair experience

Construction plant repair experience

Experience writing reports

Experience supervising staff

Physically fit

Class C Drivers Licence

WHS General Construction Work in NSW

Working with Children Check (WWCC)

Education

Motor Mechanic or Plant Mechanic Qualification

Motor Vehicle Repair Industry Council Trade Certificate

Vehicle Registration Certificate

Job description

Be passionate. Be progressive. Hawkesbury City Council.

• Salary Range negotiable depending on experience
• Full Time 38 hours / 4 day per week (condensed working)
• Fitness Passport + On-Site Parking

Hawkesbury City Council is the largest local government area in metropolitan NSW covering 2,800 square kilometres, incorporating both urban and rural communities. We are committed to working together to deliver outcomes for the community through innovation and best practice.

Hawkesbury City Council strives to be an inclusive workplace for all people. We welcome and encourage applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQ+ community, veterans and people with disabilities.

The Role

Reporting to the Executive Manager Infrastructure Operations and internally titled 'Plant Superintendent', the primary purpose of this position is to ensure the efficient day to day operation of the mechanical workshop servicing and repairs which includes coordinating and supervising the team.

About You

You will have a motor mechanic or plant mechanic qualification and will have significant experience with truck and car repairs as well as plant repair and maintenance. You will display excellent verbal and written communication skills and demonstrate your commitment to positively contributing to the team culture at Hawkesbury Council.

• Motor Mechanic or Plant Mechanic Qualification
• Motor Vehicle Repair Industry Council Trade Certificate
• Vehicle Registration Certificate
• Extensive experience with truck and car repairs and maintenance
• Extensive experience with construction plant repair and maintenance
• Experience writing reports
• Physically fit to undertake the requirements of the position
• Experience supervising staff
• The right to live and work in Australia
• Class C Drivers Licence
• WHS General Construction Work in NSW
• Working with Children Check (WWCC)
• Successful applicants will be required to undergo background (police) checks and medical declaration

The Rewards

An attractive salary will be offered to the successful applicant commensurate with qualification, skills, and experience.

• Great working environment
• Tertiary Education Assistance
• Health and Wellbeing Program
• Long Service Leave after 5 years
• Training and Development Opportunities
• Employee Reward and Recognition program
• Fitness Passport
• Social Club - BBQs, Christmas parties, raffles and activities
• Employee Assistance Program for employees and their family