Fleet Plant Maintenance Technician

1 week ago

Lismore Far North Coast, Australia TWEED SHIRE COUNCIL Full time $65,853 - $75,449 per year

Join our team and take the wheel in a dynamic role where you'll keep our entire fleet, plant and equipment running smoothly—through scheduled servicing, proactive maintenance and fast-paced breakdown response.

About the role:
  • Service, maintain and repair a wide range of Council fleet vehicles, trucks, earthmoving machinery and small plant and equipment.
  • Diagnose complex mechanical, electrical and hydraulic faults using technical knowledge, schematics and diagnostic tools.
  • Ensure timely, accurate record-keeping using Council's Asset Management Software (EAM) and comply with all RMS and ADR regulations.
  • Promote safety, efficiency and environmental responsibility across all worksites, while collaborating closely with Council staff.
  • Supervise and mentor apprentices, supporting their practical development in the Heavy Vehicle Mechanic trade.
What's on offer:
  • a base salary ranging from $65,853 per annum with competency-based increments up to $75,449 per annum, plus 12% super
  • 76 hour, 9 day fortnight
  • training and development opportunities
  • flexible work options for a healthy work/life balance
  • generous employment conditions (we have too many to list - click here for more).
We are seeking:
  • A qualified mechanic with a Certificate III in Heavy Vehicle, Light Vehicle and/or Plant Mechanics (or equivalent).
  • At least four years of practical workshop experience.
  • A current Medium Rigid (MR) driver licence and strong literacy and numeracy skills for interpreting manuals and completing records.
  • Effective communicator with the ability to work independently and collaboratively within a small, client-focused team.
  • Knowledge of safe work practices and basic experience using fleet management software and diagnostic systems.
About us:
  • Located on the picturesque far North Coast of NSW, bordering the Gold Coast.
  • The Tweed is a vibrant, diverse location offering a lifestyle near the water, in a rainforest or on a farm.
  • Tweed Shire Council is committed to employment equity and diversity and encourages applications from people of all ages, abilities and backgrounds in both traditional and non-traditional roles.  We provide workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options.
  • Join an employer of choice. Professionals Australia (Local Government Engineers' Association) has named Council the 2021 Employer of Choice for our great employment practices within NSW local government.
Where it's located:

This position is based in Murwillumbah and can be directed to work from any Council work site.

Position closes:

Friday 22 August 2025, at 12 noon sharp (NSW time).  Late applications will not be permitted.

SK97188A

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