We are looking for an experienced Plant Mechanic to keep our fleet running smoothly and safely.
If you are skilled in maintaining heavy plant, enjoy problem solving, and want stable local work, this is for you.
Vacancy Details:Position:Supervisor Plant and Mechanic Workshop
Job Type:Full Time
Tenure:Permanent
Location:St Arnaud
Package:$******** - $******** per annum (including maintenance and industry allowances)
Plus 12% Superannuation
Fortnightly RDOs
Uniform & Boot Allowance
Download Position Description:Supervisor Plant and Mechanical Workshop
Applications Close:Sunday 9th August ****
About Northern Grampians Shire Council
Northern Grampians Shire Council has a diverse employment base, across 14 worksites in the Grampians Region of Victoria.
We offer flexible work arrangements, providing access to relevant training and professional development opportunities with a variety of employee benefits.
We promote innovation, responsiveness, respectfulness and continuous improvement as our core values.
Being a smaller organisation, we can provide you with opportunities to act in leadership roles, transition between teams and participate in a range of collaborative projects with other team members or the wider community.
We provide a supportive and flexible environment that values the balance between work and our employees' personal lives.
Why join us?
In addition to the picturesque landscapes at our backdoor, there are many other benefits to working for our innovative and vibrant Northern Grampians Shire Council.
These include:
Fortnightly RDO: Enjoy a well-deserved break and rejuvenate.
Great Team Environment: A secure, respectful and supportive environment to enable you to thrive.
You will work with like-minded, passionate individuals who love what they do.
Professional Growth: We nurture talent and provide opportunities to flourish.
Flexible Work Arrangements: To support your work life balance.
Salary Packaging Options:



Including remote area housing allowances and novated lease vehicles
Access to Paid Leave: including purchased leave, paid parental leave, gender affirmation leave and to respond to family violence matters
Employee Assistance Program: Your well-being matters - we've got you covered.
Biodiversity: Explore our Council region's varied flora and fauna
Promote Inclusion
Northern Grampians Shire Council is committed to promote inclusion of all children and families; we aim to establish a culture that supports:
cultural safety for Aboriginal children by working in partnership with Aboriginal peoples and Aboriginal community controlled organisations
cultural safety for children from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds
establishing a safe environment for children with a disability
Position objectives
This position coordinates and assists the works and parks coordinators to develop maintenance schedules for the capital plant fleet, mechanical workshops and fixed plant.
The position will also assist the Manager Operations to achieve strategic objectives, delivery of programs and services, and lead the personnel of the workshops through effective change and increase efficiency through continual change.
Key responsibility areas
Undertake remedial actions reported on the plant daily inspection checklist/fault report.
Estimate quantities of requisition materials as required
Undertake advanced maintenance on the plant and equipment including hydraulics
Recommend jobs to outside contractors if unable to complete job in-house
Perform risk assessments on new and existing plant and equipment




Setting up and maintaining an electronic Fleet Maintenance Program
Monitoring workshops stores, including general housekeeping
Setting up an inventory computerised system
Setting up Maintenance Bores Program
Responsible for supervising staff who will from time to time required to assist the Workshop and Stores Maintenance Officer.
Perform, as directed, other duties that are within the limits of the incumbents' skill, competence and training.
Qualifications and experience
Skills and knowledge needed for this position are beyond those normally acquired through completion of TAFE certificate or associate diploma alone.
Skills and knowledge may be acquired through completion of a degree or diploma course with little or no relevant work experience, or through lesser formal qualifications with relevant work skills, or through relevant experience and work skills commensurate with the requirements of the position.
Selection criteria
Relevant qualifications and experience such as a mechanical engineer or heavy diesel mechanic.
Ability to interact with a variety of internal and external stakeholders and develop solid, professional relationships.
Ability to prioritise work and manage competing time and resource demands.
Demonstrated experience in undertaking plant and equipment maintenance and repairs.
How to apply
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Download and read theposition description.
Attach a resume and cover letter briefly addressing the key selection criteria.
Submit your application by following the process on this page.
If you'd like to know more contact Mick McQueen, Coordinator Infrastructure Operations at ••••@ngshire.vic.gov.auor call03 •••• •700 .
Applications close 5pm Sunday 9th August ****
Northern Grampians Shire Council is dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace.
We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer committed to providing a safe workplace that embraces and values child safety.

📌 Supervisor Plant And Mechanical Workshops (Horsham)
🏢 Northern Grampians Shire Council
📍 Horsham