Plant Mechanic

• Join our dedicated team as our plant mechanic!
• Enjoy a 9-day fortnight plus ongoing learning and development, 15 days accumulative annual sick leave and access to a EAP (Employee Assistance Program)!
• Salary circa $60,694 - $70,480 PLUS super & MORE!

Here at Tenterfield Shire Council, our mission is to showcase "quality nature, quality heritage and quality lifestyle".

We are a close-knit and dedicated team that cultivates a community spirit and promotes a quality lifestyle, equal opportunities and access to all services. We really live and breathe our values each and every day. They are:

• Integrity: ensuring openness and honesty in all our activities.
• Community focus: delivering prompt, courteous and helpful service.
• Accountability: accepting responsibility for providing quality services and information.
• Respect: treating people with courtesy, dignity and fairness regardless of our personal feelings about the person or issue.
• Excellence: being recognised for providing services and programs that aim for best practice.

Our people are at the heart of everything we do and are central to our success. In this role, you will be working with a team that feels empowered and challenged while fostering an emphasis on work/life balance.

Your Opportunity:

We are now looking for a full-time Plant Mechanic based in Tenterfield, NSW.

Reporting to the Fleet Coordinator, this role is responsible for maintaining and repairing a wide range of Council plant and equipment to ensure consistent fleet operations.

More specifically, your responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Diagnosing and rectifying hydraulic, pneumatic, mechanical, and electrical faults in plant, vehicles, and equipment
• Conducting routine servicing and preventative maintenance to maximize fleet availability
• Fabricating and performing basic welding as required for repairs
• Ensuring all work adheres to safety standards and industry best practices
• Assisting with workshop housekeeping tasks to maintain a clean and safe work environment
• Providing technical guidance to apprentices and supporting workshop team members
• Keeping accurate daily records of work performed
• Collaborating with operators and drivers to address defect reports and service needs
• Monitoring parts availability and making recommendations for replacements
• Performing both workshop and field-based repairs across the Council’s fleet
• Ensuring compliance with all relevant NSW Safework guidelines and regulations
• Participating in safety drills and adhering to manual handling requirements

To read more about the role, please review the position description.

You’ll be great in this role because:

To qualify, you will need a relevant qualification in plant or motor mechanic trades and demonstrated experience in maintenance, diagnosis, and repair of a wide range of vehicles, plant, and equipment. A minimum of 2-3 years of experience in a mechanical or maintenance role will also be essential. Additionally, the following is required:

• Competency and proficiency in gas and electric welding techniques (or ability to obtain)
• Basic computer literacy skills
• Understanding of safety standards regarding exposure to water, sewer, and waste
• Construction Induction (White) Card
• Current Class C Australian driver's licence

Additionally, the following skills and background will be highly valued:

• Operation of earthmoving plant, basic fabrication, and welding skills
• Crane and forklift certification, or the ability to obtain
• Confined Spaces accreditation and current first aid certification
• NSW Class LR, MR, HR, or HC driver's licence or equivalent, with truck operation experience
• RMS Inspection Certification

As our ideal candidate, you will possess strong problem-solving abilities, the capacity to work independently, and the ability to guide and support apprentices and team members. You will also be adaptable, reliable, and committed to maintaining a safe and professional working environment.

This is a key role within our fleet team, ideal for a driven and skilled mechanic who values precision and quality workmanship in maintaining essential equipment for the community. We're looking for someone who thrives in a hands-on, collaborative environment while delivering high standards of mechanical support.

Please Note: The successful candidate must have a current, unrestricted Australian driver's licence and hold, or be willing to obtain, a National Criminal History Record Check prior to commencing employment.

What you will get from Tenterfield Shire Council

This role comes with a salary circa $60,694 - $70,480 + super dependent on experience. You will also have access to fantastic benefits, including a 9-day fortnight, 15 days accumulative annual sick leave, ongoing professional development opportunities and access to our Employee Assistance Program.

This is your opportunity to get out of the city and enjoy a quiet and relaxing life in this beautiful and picturesque part of Regional New South Wales. Relocation assistance is  negotiable, and we will help and support your move to Tenterfield.

If this sounds like the opportunity for you, don't wait – Apply Now!