Apprentice Plant Mechanic

3 weeks ago

Gilgandra Shire Council, Australia Aboriginal Health Council of Western Australia Full time

Gilgandra Shire Council is seeking a Apprentice Plant Mechanic to join the Infrastructure team

A valuable opportunity to earn a nationally recognised qualification through hands-on, practical experience.

Council will fund all related training expenses as approved by Council and the successful applicant will be employed for up to four (4) years and will offer a range in wages in accordance with the salary structure depending on age, acquired skills and experience.

Council applies Equal Employment Opportunity Principles and female applicants areencouraged to apply.

  • Full time - Fixed Term 4 years
  • Rostered day off every fortnight - an extra 22 days off a year
  • Weekly pay cycle
  • Salary range $601.70 - $1230.40 (depending an age and experience)

ABOUT THE ROLE

The occupant of this position will assist the Infrastructure team to deliver a range of services, primarily maintaining Council's plant as directed. The occupant is required to complete an apprenticeship (Cert III Heavy Commercial Vehicle Mechanical Technology) within the timeframes specified whilst positively contributing to Council's operations.

Essential

Salary and conditions will be in accordance with the Local Government (State) Award 2023.

Please click HERE to view the full Position Description.

ABOUT YOU

Council is looking for someone who has the following qualities, experience and/or qualifications:

  • Class C Licence (provisional acceptable)
  • Possess a genuine commitment to complete the apprenticeship
  • Have a practical aptitude and a genuine interest in mechanical repairs
  • A positive attitude to work and a willingness to works as a team and to help others
  • Sound literacy and numeracy skills
  • SafeWork WHS General Construction Induction (White Card)

BENEFITS

  • Weekly pay cycle
  • 12% employer contribution to superannuation
  • 4 weeks annual leave with the ability to take at full pay, half pay, or double pay
  • Long Service after 5 years employment with a NSW Council
  • PPE provided
  • Ongoing learning and development
  • 15 days sick leave
  • Access to Health and Wellbeing initiatives
  • Opportunity to contribute and make a difference to our community

Applications for this position close at9.00am, 11 August 2025.

ENQUIRIES

Director Infrastructure, Daryl Colwell or the People & Culture Team on 02 6817 8800

HOW TO APPLY

Before you apply for this position, please read the Position Description carefully to assess your eligibility and suitability for the position. You will be required to answer questions that relate to the criteria on the online application below. You will also be required to attach your current resume which should include two recent employment related referees. Please note that you cannot submit your application without attaching your resume. Council will only accept applications submitted online. Please include in your resume, evidence of qualifications that you possess.

All correspondence will be via the email you have provided in your application.

ABOUT GILGANDRA

Gilgandra is a vibrant rural community in Central West NSW, situated at the junction of three main highways and in close proximity to Dubbo. There is a strong supportive community that has worked together to develop excellent schools, medical services, retail services and recreational activities that you simply do not see in communities of a similar size.

Gilgandra presents you with an opportunity to have an excellent lifestyle you may not be able to afford in the city.


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