A GREAT PLACE TO WORK  
As part of our team you will have the opportunity to make a real difference to our community, working with a diverse range of passionate, supportive and engaging people within a collaborative environment. You will also be part of a workplace that offers competitive employee benefits and opportunities and encourages professional development including:

• Salary packaging (including novated motor vehicle leasing and remote area housing benefits) for all permanent staff
• Long service leave after 5 years
• Corporate wellbeing programs
• Employee vaccinations
• PPE supplied
• Training and development programs

THE POSITION
The Plant Mechanic will inspect, maintain and repair plant, vehicles and other machinery and equipment in accordance with workshop programs, plant manuals / specifications and TfNSW regulations.

Reporting to Workshop Supervisor, you will: 

• Inspect, assess and / or test plant and equipment, and interpret work orders, diagrams, manuals or specifications, to diagnose problems and determine job requirements.
• Perform scheduled maintenance on Council’s vehicles, plant, or other equipment to maximize the availability and useful life of machines and their accessories and to ensure compliance with manufacturer warranty conditions and Transport for NSW (TfNSW) regulations.
• Perform cost effective repairs to vehicles and plant by disassembling and inspecting parts for wear and other defects, diagnosing faults, and replacing or repairing defective and / or worn parts, in accordance with relevant standards, specifications and guidelines.
• Perform general maintenance and repairs to water and wastewater equipment, including transfer pumps, valves, dosing equipment and related items.
• Apply mechanical trade skills in the areas of automotive electrical, air-conditioning systems, fuel injection, hydraulics, fabrication, welding, painting, fitting, machining and sheet metal work, as directed and in accordance with competency levels and training.
• Determine parts and materials to effect repairs for particular jobs, place requisitions for materials, parts and / or services, and arrange for the delivery or collection of services or materials to meet work schedules and planned deadlines, in consultation with the supervisor.
• Operate plant and equipment when required, in a manner that conforms with relevant laws, guidelines and safety requirements, for the purpose of diagnosing faults and testing safety / performance standards during maintenance or repairs.
• Perform periodic roadworthy inspections on vehicles, plant and equipment to detect, repair and report on faults that may affect safety and / or efficiency of operation, and to approve Council's fleet for registration.
• Assist with organising specialist mechanical or metal fabrication services, such as major engine or transmission rebuilds, including making recommendations to the Workshop Supervisor and organising services direct with relevant suppliers or contractors.
• Maintain records relevant to the duties of the position, including work diaries, timesheets, plant maintenance logs and job records, work request forms, and accident / incident reports, and provide information to the supervisor and other infrastructure services staff as required.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

Specifically, you will have:

Essential

• Certificate III in Heavy Commercial Vehicle / Mobile Plant Technology or Certificate III Light Vehicle Automotive Mechanical Technology with ability to obtain Certificate III in Heavy Commercial Vehicle / Mobile Plant Technology within 12 months of appointment
• Class C Driver’s Licence (Car Licence)
• Thorough understanding of mechanical principles with the demonstrated ability to perform routine maintenance and repairs on plant and equipment
• Demonstrated ability to correctly read, interpret and apply basic plans and specifications, operating instructions and written procedures
• Demonstrated ability to accurately calculate and / or estimate the length, quantity and area of metals and other construction materials
• WorkCover Certificate in General WHS Induction (White Card)

Desirable

• Class HR Driver’s Licence (Heavy Rigid)
• TfNSW Authorised Inspection Station Examiner's Certificate
• Appropriate licences / accreditations or previous experience in:
  • automotive electrical / air-conditioning systems
  • fuel injection
  • hydraulics
  • electric arc welding / MIG welding
  • forklift operation

INTERESTED IN APPLYING

• Carefully download and read the Guide to Applying for Employment, together with the position description to familiarise yourself with the role and application process
• Please upload documents in PDF or word format
• Please note that as part of Glen Innes Severn Council's recruitment process, prior to an offer of employment being made, recommended candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment checks. This may include: reference checks; national criminal police check; functional/medical assessment; qualification verification; Working with Children Check and NDIS verification.
• Our recruitment notification process is primarily via system generated emails. Please ensure your email is correct before submitting an application to avoid missing crucial updates and outcomes. Email communication notifications are used for but not limited to: application received, interview booking tools, confirmation of interview, request for references/more information, delay notifications, testing/assessments (aptitude/psychometric/industry specific) and application outcomes (unsuccessful before or after interview)
• Please regularly check your 'junk mail' or ensure our email address jobs@gisc.nsw.gov.au and Pulse email no_reply@lgss.com.au is set to 'trustworthy'

NEED MORE INFORMATION OR ASSISTANCE

Council is an EEO employer. Women, Aboriginal people and Torres Strait Islanders, people with a disability, and members of racial, ethnic, and ethno-religious minority groups are encouraged to apply. 

Bernard Smith - General Manager

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