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Change your lifestyle and live and work in a vibrant community and great coastal environment.

Ballina Shire Council is situated on the Far North Coast of New South Wales, 20 minutes from Byron Bay and one hour from the Gold Coast. The shire is a popular tourism destination with pristine beaches, rainforest retreats and hinterland hideaways.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Position

Council is very fortunate to have our own staff employed to maintain all of Council’s plant, buildings, and community infrastructure.   

We are looking for a suitably trade qualified and experienced Heavy Vehicle Mechanic to join our workshop team.  Reporting to the Supervisor Mechanical Services, the position will provide a high level of assistance to Council’s Workshop team in the maintenance, servicing and repair of Council’s heavy vehicles, and other plant and machinery items. It will also assist the Supervisor in the training and development of apprentices. 

To be successful you will bring

• Behaviour that positively demonstrates Council’s values of: creative, accessible, respect, energetic and safe.
• Trade certificate relevant to the position.
• Demonstrated experience working in a mechanical workshop.
• Proven experience with hydraulics, pumps, welding and heavy plant repairs.
• Proven knowledge of plant operation capabilities and associated maintenance and repair requirements.
• Demonstrated experience in the direction and supervision of apprentices and contractors, with the ability to lead and motivate a team.

The rewards

• A salary range of $65,800 to $75,500 per annum (plus 12% superannuation, a weekly tool allowance of $35.40 and a weekly industry allowance of $18.28).
• 9 day fortnight or 4 day week working arrangement. 
• Fitness Passport membership options.
• Generous Award workplace conditions.
• An absolute focus on our peoples’ safety and well being.
• Learning and career development opportunities.
• Generous Award workplace conditions. 

Click here to view the Position Description and Information Package

Applications close

11.30pm on Monday 23 June 2025

Specific enquiries

Daniel Bryant | Coordinator Workshop | 02 6686 1246

How To Apply

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