heavy vehicle mechanics

4 weeks ago

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Brisbane City Council Full time
HEAVY VEHICLE MECHANICS - MULTIPLE ROLES

Join to apply for the HEAVY VEHICLE MECHANICS - MULTIPLE ROLES role at Brisbane City Council

Location: Rochedale Metro, Willawong, Garden City (Upper Mount Gravatt) or Carina Garages – positions available at all locations

Salary Range: $49.75 per hour incl 14% super (TRDC8 - AU $1,655 per week + Super) + OT + Benefits (Remuneration stated is for the full-time positions and effective from 08 October 2025)

Work type: Permanent Full-time - 38-hour week, nine-day fortnights - Day & Afternoon shifts

Five key points: Our Bus Garages are staffed 365 days a year with staff working a nine-day fortnight on a Monday – Friday roster and the ability to do additional paid overtime (before or after rostered hours) and optional weekend work. Our Bus mechanics enjoy a safe, supportive environment with the potential to earn over $130k/year, with overtime.

Responsibilities
  • perform scheduled maintenance and breakdown repairs on a variety of our buses
  • fault finding, diagnosing and repairing problems as required
  • maintain, test and repair diesel engines, transmissions, brake systems and hydraulic systems
  • repair tasks such as parts replacement, rebuilding, and adjustments to keep our fleet operating at optimum levels
Qualifications
  • hold a trade certificate Level III in Heavy Commercial Vehicle Technology
  • hold a C class licence
  • ability to diagnose & fault find mechanical and electrical problems
  • ability to work autonomously and within a team environment

You will be required to undertake a pre-employment medical assessment to assess your ability to perform the genuine occupational requirements of the role.

Apply now to start a discussion about how you might fit with the team, we would love to show you around the workshop.

Potential future opportunities at our other garages in Toowong, Eagle Farm, Virginia and Sherwood.

How to apply

Click on the 'I'm interested' button and upload your resume listing your interest, work experience, trade qualification location and year obtained.

More information: Please call Steven Harvey on

Closing Date: 02 November 2025 at 11:55pm - Applications will be assessed and contacted as received

About Brisbane City Council

Brisbane City Council is a multi-award winning accessible and inclusive workplace where our people represent the diverse communities we serve, are supported, and can feel safe. We are committed to diversity and inclusion and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds, including those living with a disability and/or Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

EEO statements include recognition of the Council's achievements in inclusion and equality.


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