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Bellingen Shire Council
Bellingen Shire Council
Kickstart your career with an apprenticeship that combines hands‑on training, a nationally recognised qualification and the chance to work with impressive heavy vehicles and machinery.
Whether you are finishing school, changing careers or ready to learn a trade, this is your opportunity to get practical experience and build a rewarding future as a Heavy Vehicle Mechanic.
About Us
Working with us means more than just a job.
It’s an opportunity to make a real difference at a local level.
We are a small but impactful council known for innovation, collaboration and community connection.
With around 160 dedicated employees, our team is passionate about delivering services that support the people and places that make our shire special.
Bellingen Shire is a picturesque and diverse area located on the Mid North Coast of NSW, halfway between Sydney and Brisbane and just south of Coffs Harbour.
Covering 1,605 square kilometres with around 10km of coastline, the region is renowned for its stunning natural beauty from lush rainforests and pristine rivers to the World Heritage‑listed Dorrigo National Park.
Living and working here offers the perfect blend of lifestyle and purpose.
With a focus on sustainability, cultural richness and a warm welcoming community, Bellingen Shire is an inspiring place to grow your career, enjoy work‑life balance and contribute to something meaningful.
What’s in it for you
- Earn while you learn – complete a four‑year paid apprenticeship combining work while studying a Certificate III in Heavy Commercial Vehicle Mechanical Technology
- Learn from experienced mechanics and gain hands‑on skills every day
- Valuable on‑the‑job experience working directly on Councils fleet of heavy vehicles
- Access to wellbeing programs, learning opportunities and Council benefits
What You’ll Do
- Assist with the inspection, servicing and repair of Council’s trucks, graders, loaders and other heavy plant and equipment
- Learn to diagnose mechanical faults and perform routine maintenance
- Safely use hand tools, power tools and workshop equipment
- Take part in both on‑the‑job and formal off‑the‑job training
What We’re Looking For
- Has completed a minimum of Year 10 (pre‑apprenticeship or previous mechanical exposure will be highly regarded but not essential)
- Genuinely interested in mechanics and enjoys hands‑on problem solving
- Committed to learning and completing the apprenticeship qualification
- Safety conscious with an understanding of safe work habits and the importance of following procedures
- Reliable, responsible and a good communicator who works well in a team; physically capable of performing manual work and working in a workshop environment
Recruitment Timeline
- Interview invitations sent – Week of 17 November 2025
- Assessment Centre – 2 December 2025
- Reference Checks commence – 8 December 2025
- Pre‑employment medicals – 8 & 9 December 2025
- Employment Offers – Week of 15 December 2025
- Start date – 2 February 2026
Applications close: Sunday 9 November 2025 at 4pm
Benefits
- Access to Fitness Passport
- Access to employee wellbeing programs
- Hybrid and versatile work arrangements
- Ongoing professional development opportunities
- Salary packaging options
Weekly wage is dependent on age and will range from $482.00 for a 15‑year‑old to $827.40 for an 18‑year‑old.
Still Have Questions?
- For further information regarding this role please contact Ross Bruce, Works Supervisor – Depot on contact details redacted .
- For enquiries about the application process please contact the Recruitment Team at contact details redacted .
Sponsorship / Work Rights for Australia
Please note you must be an Australian citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident to be eligible for appointment to this apprenticeship.
How to Apply
Please read the Position Description by clicking the link at the bottom of this page to gain a full understanding of the responsibilities and requirements of the role.
No candidate meets every single desired qualification or skill.
If your experience looks a little different from what we have outlined but you believe you could add value to the role we would love to learn more about you!
If this sounds like you click the Apply for this job button at the top of the page.
You will need to complete the application form and upload your current resume with a cover letter outlining your suitability for the role.
Important Information
As part of the recruitment process suitable candidates will be required to complete pre‑employment screening which can include relevant background checks, functional capacity assessments, psychometric testing and drug and alcohol screening where relevant to the role.
We may also review publicly available information (such as social media) and, with your consent, contact previous employers not listed on your application.
Our recruitment process is managed via system generated emails.
Please ensure your email address is entered correctly to avoid missing important updates and outcomes.
Equal Chance Employer
Bellingen Shire Council is committed to a merit‑based workforce that includes inclusiveness and diversity in an environment of mutual respect.
We invite, encourage and value candidates of all ages from diverse backgrounds and cultures, and people who have lived experience of disability, to apply to work with us.
Bellingen Shire Council is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and to creating and maintaining a child‑safe organisation.
If you require additional assistance to participate in the recruitment process please contact the People and Culture team.
You can also request reasonable adjustments to be made at any time during the recruitment process.
Click here to download the How to Apply Guide.
Download the Position Description here.
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📌 Apprentice Heavy Vehicle Mechanic 4 year term (Bellingen Shire Council)
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