Heavy Vehicle Mechanic

The Opportunity:

An exciting opportunity exists for a hardworking, motivated individual to work as a Mechanic for Barcaldine Regional Council. The successful applicant will be responsible for the operations of the workshop, the successful delivery of technical and practical diesel fitting and mechanics of heavy plant/vehicles, petrol mechanics and small engines. The position provides the opportunity to work on a wide variety of plant and equipment that supports the work of Council on behalf of the community.

For more information, click here to view the Position Description.

What's on Offer?

Location: This position is based in Alpha with Regional Work and Travel as required.

Classification Level: To be negotiated with the successful candidate.

Wage: To be negotiated with the successful candidate.

Payment of Wages: Council employees are paid fortnightly.

Hours of work: 76 hours over 9 days with a rostered day off every fortnight.

Leave: Five (5) weeks annual leave per annum + 17.5% loading. Fifteen (15) days Personal Leave (sick leave) per annum.

Equal Opportunity: Barcaldine Regional Council is an equal opportunity employer and all suitably qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.

Successful Applicant Requirements:

• Certificate III in Mobile Plant Technology or similar;
• Current Queensland class 'C' Driver Licence;
• Current lawful Queensland Construction Safety Induction (white/blue) Card;
• Demonstrated successful delivery of technical and practical fitting, repair, and maintenance skills (small engines and heavy plant);
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills;
• Excellent customer service abilities;
• Demonstrated knowledge of workplace safety requirements;
• Completion of a National Criminal History Check to Council’s satisfaction; and
• Completion of a Pre-employment Medical Examination to Council’s satisfaction
  
  

How To Apply?

1. Have your Resume/CV with the name and contact number of 2 work Referees prepared.
2. Answer the questions below. Click 'Next'.
   PLEASE NOTE: You must use your own email address, and not one used previously by another person that has applied for a position with Council
3. Attach the requested documents (Resume, Cover Letter, Licences and Certificates). Click 'Next'.
4. Review your application to confirm everything is correct. Click 'Confirm' to submit your application.

Closing date: Friday, 17 May 2023 at 11:30PM

For more information please contact Human Resources via email hrm@barc.qld.gov.au