Apprentice Mechanic
Job No:
BVSC829
Location:
Bega
A career with Bega Valley Shire Council offers the opportunity to engage in meaningful and diverse work that supports the vibrant communities of the south-east corner of NSW. Nestled between rolling hills and some of the state’s most stunning beaches, this region is home to a variety of people who enjoy both rural and coastal living.
As an AR Bluett Award winning Council, we are proud of our dedicated and talented team, whose efforts make our success possible.
With a workforce of over 350, we provide essential services to our communities, including libraries, customer service, finance, children’s services, engineering, project management, road maintenance, water management, environment, parks, gardens, and town centres.
We offer a range of employment benefits to support our staff, which may include:
- Rostered days off
- Flexible work arrangements
- Salary packaging
The Opportunity
We have an opportunity for a motivated individual to provide support to Fleet Facilities by carrying out maintenance and repairs to Council and RFS fleet.
The qualification you will attain at the end of your apprenticeship will be a Certificate III in Heavy Commercial Vehicle Mechanical Technology.
As an Apprentice Mechanic, you will under direct guidance and supervision, perform preventative maintenance and repairs to Council and Rural Fire Service plant, vehicles and equipment whist in the workshop or in the field. You will also liaise with Workshop logistics regarding parts required for the servicing and repairs of Council and Rural Fire Service plant, vehicles and equipment.
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About You
We are seeking an individual who has a minimum Year 10 RoSA and has their Class C drivers’ licence (or the ability to gain).
You will have the following skills and experience;
- Work in a manner consistent with BVSC organisational values and associated behaviours.
- Basic skills and an understanding of mechanical maintenance and repair duties.
- Competent computer skills.
Benefits
This is a grant-funded fixed-term, full time position working 38 hours per week for a period of four (4) years.
The total remuneration package for this position commences from $28,071.68 to $48,187.78 gross per annum, comprising of:
- $482.00 to $827.40 per week base salary
- $57.84 to $99.29 per week superannuation (calculated at 12%)
Remuneration for this position is dependent upon the age and level of schooling achieved by the successful candidate.
Additional benefits for this position include:
- Rostered day off scheme (nine day fortnight)
- Annual Award salary increases and performance reviews
- Salary packaging program (SmartSalary)
- Wellbeing Initiatives – Fitness Passport, Employee Assistance Program, Telus Health App, social club, health monitoring and annual flu vaccinations.
Application Process
All applicants must submit the following information to demonstrate their interest in a position;
- Cover Letter (1-2 pages) - Please include information on:
- Any relevant work experience (paid or unpaid)
- Any relevant qualifications held
- Resume - Up-to-date and include any work experience (paid or unpaid)
For further information on this position, please contact Sean Bagget - Fleet Facilities Supervisor on 02 6499 2421.
Applications close 11.59pm AEDT on 05 January 2026.
Applicants must have the right to work in Australia and provide a covering letter demonstrating their suitability for the role.
This position requires applicants to be suitably immunised in line with recommendations from the Australian Immunisation Handbook, mandated Public Health Orders and/or Councils Immunisation Procedure.
