Team Leader Plant and Fleet

Competitive Salary

Location: 600 Cowpasture Road Hoxton Park (LCC Depot)

Closing Date: 26th July 2024 

ABOUT US

Here at Liverpool, we are on a mission to become Sydney’s third CBD. With the construction of the Western Sydney Airport and the development of Liverpool`s City Centre as an innovative health, education, and lifestyle precinct, we are one of the fastest-growing regions in Sydney. Liverpool City Council is guiding this rapid transformation and is seeking you!

About The Role:

The role is responsible for the management of workshop staff, and ensuring all matters relating to Mechanical Service Department are achieved in a cost effective, quality and timely manner. This position ensures the Council’s Fleet & Plant asset, and the designated workshop area is maintained in accordance with legislative requirements.

You need to possess a current motor vehicle driver licence and willingness to work outside of regular working hours and travel on occasion. The successful applicant may be required to attend after hour’s emergency callouts for Council plant and equipment mobile repairs.

We are looking for someone with good communication skills and people leader skills, comprehensive mechanical knowledge and skills and the ability to thrive and grow in a dynamic team environment. 

Key responsibilities:

1)    Working in a team environment with the Fleet Coordinator to plan, carry out and complete all works in an effective, efficient and safe manner.

2)    The works shall include but not be limited to:

a.     All works pertaining to mechanical, plant and other related tasks designated by client requirements.

b.     Maintaining and operating all major and minor plant and equipment. This includes driving plant requiring C, MR and HR licence.

c.     Completing administrative tasks such as allocating invoices to plant and job cards, inputting data into Ausfleet (fleet software).

d.     Reporting vehicle or plant defects to the Coordinator.

3)    Provide advice, direction, and regular feedback on workshop performance to motivate a team of mechanical technicians and apprentices in the delivery of mechanical services.

4)    Provide on the job coaching and assist with solving complex mechanical and axillary equipment problems, to provide mechanical training and instruction to workshop team Maintaining the workshop and work areas to a clean and safe environment and carry out all required works in a manner which portrays a clean, safe and tidy environment to the community.

5)    Carrying out work in accordance with WHS Act 2011, WHS Regulations 2011 and Liverpool City Council Policies and Procedures. This includes wearing appropriate safety apparel and reporting accidents in the absence of the Fleet Coordinator.

6)    Actively identifying and notifying the Fleet Coordinator of ways to improve tasks regarding quality, timeliness, safety or efficiency.

7)    Conduct the continual monitoring and controlling of workshop expenses and monthly income and expenditure statements and provide the Coordinator with feedback to ensure workshop budget projections are achieved. Carry out other duties as required.

ABOUT YOU

The successful applicant will have:

• Experience in leading a mechanical team, with successful management of plant and materials.
• Trade qualifications in a field related to earthmoving plant and equipment repairs and possess a MVRIC licence as a Motor Mechanic.
• Extensive experience in scheduling repair, maintenance and servicing of earthmoving plant, trucks, and small equipment, including the qualifications to become an Authorised Inspection Station Examiner/ Proprietor.
• Demonstrated ability to interpret technical specifications, engineering drawings, workshop manuals, hydraulic and electrical system diagrams.
• Knowledge of Work Health and Safety practices, the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity, ethical practice and multi-cultural diversity.
• Demonstrated ability to work unsupervised, and as a member of a team, with highly effective teamwork.
• Ability to assess safety situations and take appropriate action, including identification and safe handling of hazardous materials.
• Ability to diagnose and repair all items of plant and fleet.
• Demonstrated oral and written communication skills.
• Extensive knowledge of the requirements of the Motor Vehicle Trade.
• Proven ability to manage multiple tasks within financial constraints, limited time frames and with limited resources.
• Current HR Driver’s Licence.
• Relevant Motor Vehicle Trade Certificate.
• Motor Vehicle Repairs Licence (MVRIC Licence).
• Forklift License (or written commitment to obtain within 6 months).

 BENEFITS OF WORKING WITH US

• Salary will be dependent on the relevant skills, experience, and competencies of the successful applicant within the specified range above.
• 36-hour working week, across 4-day week.
• Access to a Fitness Passport membership.

At LCC we know that our people are our most valuable investment.  They are the creative drive behind Councils major projects, their skills and knowledge contribute to council short- and long-term objectives. 

If you’re looking to join a team that will drive excellence and where your skills and attitude will play a critical role, we want to hear from you.

For further information about the position, please contact Paul Sharkey on 02 8711 7015.

How to Apply: Please click the 'Apply' button above. Applicants must submit a covering letter, current resume and response to the selection criteria questions which will be shown once you commence your application. 

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Liverpool City Council is committed to providing a working environment that supports all employees to reach their full potential.

To be eligible to apply for permanent positions at Liverpool City Council, you need to be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident. For Temporary positions, you need a visa that gives you permission to work in Australia