Department: Infrastructure Services

Reports to: Supervisor Workshops

Salary Range: $74,512 - $86,595 per annum + superannuation

Are you a skilled and passionate mechanic with a drive to ensure vehicles and equipment are in top working condition? Do you want to play an integral role in keeping our community moving, with reliable Council vehicles and equipment?

We’re looking for qualified mechanics to join our team — people who know their way around engines and enjoy a bit of variety in their day.

You’ll be working on everything from utes and tractors to graders, garbage trucks and beyond – if it’s got wheels (or tracks), you’ll probably get to work on it. Some days you’ll be in the workshop, other days you’ll be out on the road helping with breakdowns or on-site servicing. Every day you will help to keep things ticking over safely and smoothly.

You will provide essential repairs, maintenance, and servicing for a wide range of Council vehicles and equipment and will play a crucial role in ensuring that our fleet operates efficiently, safely, and cost-effectively, contributing to the successful delivery of community services and ensuring our fleet meets Council and industry standards. You will schedule and perform regular servicing, manage service records, and provide on-the-road support when needed. Your technical expertise will be crucial in diagnosing mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic issues, as well as advising on plant specifications and liaising with external contractors and sales teams when needed.

We have positions available in Coonabarabran (permanent full time and full time Term Contract up to 2 years).

Please click here to view the position description.

Coonabarabran, known as the "Astronomy Capital of Australia," is a vibrant regional town set against the stunning backdrop of the Warrumbungle National Park. Offering a strong sense of community, excellent schools, healthcare facilities, and a wide range of recreational opportunities, Coonabarabran provides an ideal balance between work and lifestyle. With affordable housing, a rich cultural and scientific heritage, and easy access to both nature and essential services, it’s an attractive place to live, work, and raise a family in a friendly and supportive environment.

Selection criteria include:

- Trade qualification as a Motor Mechanic / Heavy Vehicle Mechanic or equivalent.
- Demonstrated experience in the service, repair, and maintenance of both light and heavy vehicles, plant, and equipment.
- Current NSW Motor Vehicle Driver Licence (minimum MR class desirable).
- Sound knowledge of workplace health and safety requirements, safe workshop practices,



and risk management.
- Ability to diagnose mechanical faults and carry out effective repairs in a timely manner.
- Record-keeping and basic computer literacy skills to update service records.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

It is a big plus if you have current Authorised Inspection Station (AIS) Examiner’s licence, experience in local government or similar operational workplace, forklift licence, plant operation tickets, or other relevant qualifications and a HR or HC driver’s licence. Experience working with heavy vehicles and the ability to carry out fabrication work and follow plans will also be highly regarded.

Why join Warrumbungle Shire Council?

Warrumbungle Shire Council offers more than just a job — we provide the opportunity to build a stable, long-term career while enjoying genuine work-life balance, strong team support, and a rewarding regional lifestyle.
As part of Council, you’ll join a workplace that values professionalism, safety, collaboration, and continuous development, while supporting the essential services and infrastructure that keep our communities thriving.

Council offers a wide range of employee benefits designed to support your wellbeing, career growth, and lifestyle, including:

- Long service leave available after 5 years
- Fortnightly RDO (9 day fortnight)
- Paid parental and concurrent parental leave
- Generous leave provisions
- Opportunities to purchase additional leave or access deferred leave arrangements
- Ongoing training, mentoring, and professional development opportunities
- Access to thousands of free online learning courses
- Weekly pay cycle
- Salary packaging options to help maximise your take-home pay
- Flexible work arrangements and hybrid work options where operationally suitable
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) available to employees and immediate family members
- Health and wellbeing initiatives including flu vaccinations, hearing tests and skin cancer checks
- PPE and/or a generous uniform allowance provided, depending on the role

Warrumbungle Shire is strategically positioned on the Newell Highway, a short drive from Tamworth, Mudgee and Dubbo, and just over 3 hours from Newcastle, making Warrumbungle Shire a great place to live and work.



Covering an area of more than 12,000km², and with a population of nearly 10,000, Warrumbungle Shire Council is one of the larger Local Government Areas in Central West NSW, home to the townships of Coonabarabran, Coolah, Dunedoo, Binnaway, Baradine and Mendooran.

With a rich history and stunning landscapes including spectacular mountain ranges, waterfalls, ancient sandstone caves, gorges, and beautiful plains, our scenic location amongst friendly country communities provides an ideal setting for those looking to balance a country lifestyle and career.
At Warrumbungle Shire Council we offer a broad variety of jobs with a range of benefits and career development opportunities within Local Government. The guiding principles of honesty, integrity, fairness and compassion form the spirit of the team along with respect, transparency, passion, trust and opportunity is how Warrumbungle Shire Council strengthens its working setting to deliver on the aspirations of our community.

Council is proud to be an equal opportunity and child protected employer with a commitment to our staff, and our vision is Excellence in Local Government.

How to apply

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Council's normal practice is to appoint at the entry salary for the grade. A higher commencing salary may be approved where an applicant can demonstrate significant directly relevant qualifications, skills and experience.

Applications will remain open until the positions are filled.
We encourage early applications, as this role may close if a suitable candidate is found.

For enquiries, please contact Human Resources on 6849 2000.

Applicants should note that Criminal History Checks, as well as alcohol and drug testing, are conditions of employment.

📌 Mechanics (Coonabarabran)
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