Plant Mechanic
- Service, maintain and repair a variety of vehicles and equipment.
- Diagnose faults and plan preventative maintenance.
- Support operators with inspections and fault reporting.
Plant Mechanic
Full Time | Permanent | Stawell
Salary: $75,912.91 - $80,756.81 per annum including allowances
Plus: 12% superannuation, an RDO a fortnight, Uniform and boots supplied.
Applications close: Friday October 30th at 11:59pm
[Download the Plant Mechanic Position Description]
Keep our community moving with a role that makes a difference. No two days the same!
Northern Grampians Shire Council is looking for a Plant Mechanic to help keep our diverse fleet of vehicles, plant and equipment safe, reliable and ready for work.
About Northern Grampians Shire Council
Based in Victoria’s Grampians region, Northern Grampians Shire Council is a diverse, community-focused organisation with 14 worksites. We value innovation, respect, responsiveness and continuous improvement and offer opportunities to collaborate, take on new challenges and grow your career.
The role
You’ll service, maintain and repair Council a variety of vehicles and equipment, diagnose faults and plan preventative maintenance. You’ll also keep accurate records, support operators with inspections and fault reporting, and provide practical advice on plant, parts and repairs.
About you
You’re a qualified, safety-focused mechanic with strong diagnostic and repair skills. Heavy vehicle, plant or fleet experience is an advantage. You take pride in your work, communicate well and enjoy contributing both independently and as part of a close-knit team of 3. (3rd or 4th year apprentices are also welcome to apply.)
Benefits include:
- Fortnightly RDO/ 9 day fortnight
- Friendly working hours 7am – 4pm /No weekends
- Flexible work arrangements
- Training and professional development
- Supportive team environment of 3
- Salary packaging, including remote area housing allowances and novated leases
- Paid leave options, including purchased leave and paid parental leave
- Employee Assistance Program
- The chance to enjoy the region’s beautiful landscapes and biodiversity
Diversity & Inclusion
Northern Grampians Shire Council is committed to being an inclusive and welcoming employer that reflects the communities we serve. We value and celebrate diversity in all its forms, including gender, sexuality, culture, faith, ability, family structure and identity, and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse communities, and LGBTIQA+ people. We are also committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people.
Recruitment support
If you require any adjustments throughout the recruitment process to participate, please contact us at ngsc.hr@ngshire.vic.gov.au
Pre-employment checks
All appointments are subject to satisfactory:
- Police Record Check
- Medical/ Health Assessment
- Working with Children Check
Please contact Heath Pohl, Manager Operations on (03) 5358 8778 for a private conversation or apply online. We’d love to hear from you!
How to apply
- Please download and read the position description. to view the full selection criteria
- Click the Apply Button to submit application
- Attach a resume and cover letter
If you'd like to know more contact Mick McQueen, Coordinator Infrastructure Operations at mick.mcqueen@ngshire.vic.gov.au or call 03 5358 8700.
Applications close 30th October at 11.59pm.
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