District Mechanical Officer

5 days ago


Mildura, Victoria, Australia Country Fire Authority Full time
About This Role Location | District 18 Swan Hill Full Time | Ongoing DMO Grade 1a | $75,050 to $79,178 pa plus defined benefit super and allowances Fortnightly RDO Do you want to work for a values-based, emergency service organisation that puts the community at the centre of everything we do?We are proud of the work we do in protecting lives and property, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

With over 51,000 volunteers CFA strives to be an organisation of choice for volunteers and employees.

We, embrace individuals with diverse skills, experiences, and backgrounds, recognising the unique value they bring to CFA.

To learn more about the Country Fire Authority (CFA), we invite you to visit our About Us page.

About The Role Are you a Qualified Motor Mechanic keen to secure an opportunity to carry out preventative maintenance, corrective maintenance and approved modifications in a clean environment to well-maintained CFA appliances?This full-time role will see you work in our Swan Hill workshop base, and across Northwest Victoria from the hours of 7:30am to 4:30pm Monday to Friday.

All tools and equipment are supplied including uniform and PPE.

After 3 months, the successful candidate may progress from DMO Grade 1a to DMO Grade 1.1 and the salary will increase to $79,178.

(Salary is plus allowances: availability, field, first aid, supervision, if qualified).

Grade 1a District Mechanical Officers carry out mechanical tasks associated with the maintenance and servicing of fleet assets as directed by the Officer-in-Charge (OIC) ensuring relevant safety standards and CFA maintenance procedures are adhered to.

Your days will see you showcase your skills undertaking the following tasks: Under the direction of the workshop OIC, carrying out preventative maintenance, corrective maintenance and approved modifications to fleet assets.

Ensuring fleet assets are maintained in accordance with appropriate industry standards and relevant CFA maintenance procedures.

Maintaining accurate records and documentation on work performed.

Creation of electronic Work Orders utilising CFA software.

Liaison with Brigade members regarding proposed work and work performed.

Maintaining reporting to the Officer-in-Charge on maintenance, administrative and technical matters.

Ensuring that Industrial Safety Standards are observed.

About You The successful applicant will have the following: Motor Mechanic Qualification and hold a Heavy Rigid Driver Licence (note: Heavy Rigid drivers' licence can be obtained within time frames set out by CFA if not held).

You must also have the skills and ability to maintain safety at an Incident Scene and render assistance to others (First Aid L2) (note: this can be obtained within the timeframes set out by CFA if not held).

Furthermore, you will have proven ability to work as part of a team and actively participate in team discussions.

Crucial to your success will be your ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing, you will have a proven ability to maintain a safe work environment and a proactive and energetic attitude with the initiative to seek tasks and challenges.

This is an excellent opportunity to see where a career with CFA can take youWhy choose CFAMeaningful Purpose: Your contribution truly makes a difference Work-Life Balance: Paid parental leave, generous leave provisions Growth Opportunities: Learning and development Flexibility: Hybrid work options with flexible work arrangements Discounts: Emergency Memberlink discounts on various services Wellbeing Focus: Healthy for Life programs, flu vaccinations Member Assistance Program: Access support across 8 service pathways Your Application Click the 'apply' button to access our online application form.

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Pre-employment Checks Offers of employment will only be made to candidates who: Successfully complete Reference Checks, a National Police History Check, Working Rights Check and hold a valid Working with Children Check.

CFA is committed to creating and maintaining a diverse, inclusive, and safe volunteer and work environment.

Our aim is to have a volunteer and paid workforce that reflects the community it serves.

First Nations people, women, people of all ages, with disabilities and culturally and linguistically diverse people are encouraged to apply.

Applications close: 11:59pm midnight on 16 September 2025.

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