ABOUT US

Change your lifestyle and live and work in a vibrant community and great coastal workplace. Ballina Shire Council is situated on the Far North Coast of New South Wales, 20 minutes from Byron Bay and one hour from the Gold Coast. The shire is a popular tourism destination with pristine beaches, rainforest retreats and hinterland hideaways.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Position We are looking for an enthusiastic, safety conscious and highly experienced mechanical fitter to join our Water and Wastewater team. Reporting to the Supervisor Water and Wastewater Mechanical Services, this position plays a key role in maintaining the reliability and performance of Council’s water and wastewater infrastructure. The role provides advanced mechanical trade expertise to inspect, maintain, repair and improve treatment plant equipment, mechanical assets, and associated plant and machinery critical to service delivery.

A key responsibility of the position will be to support team capability through the supervision, mentoring and training of staff and apprentices, while delivering high-quality customer service and professional technical advice.

To be successful you will bring

- Behaviour that positively demonstrates Council’s values of: creative, accessible, respect, energetic and safe.
- Relevant Trade Certificate III in Engineering – Mechanical Trade (Fitting and Machining).




- Demonstrated high level experience in the maintenance and repair of a variety of plant and machinery.
- Demonstrated experience with troubleshooting and repairing hydraulic systems and pumps.
- Proven knowledge of plant operation capabilities and associated maintenance and repair requirements.
- Willingness and ability to work on call in accordance with roster requirements.

The rewards

- An annual salary range of $78,300 to $89,900 (plus 12% superannuation) dependent upon skills, experience and qualifications.
- Flexible work arrangements to support your lifestyle, including a rostered day off working arrangement (9 day fortnight or 4 day week).
- Ongoing professional development and training opportunities
- Job security and a supportive, values-driven workplace culture
- Health and wellbeing initiatives, including Fitness Passport member options
- Meaningful work that contributes to the sustainability and liveability of our region.
- Provision of uniform and PPE.
- An absolute focus on our peoples’ safety and well being.
- Generous Award workplace conditions.

Click here to view the Position Description and Information Package.

Specific enquiries

Ethan Trees | Team Leader Treatment and Mechanical Services | [0438 813 917](tel:0438 813 917)

Applications close

11.30pm on Friday 26 August 2026

📌 Specialist Fitter - Water and Wastewater (Ballina)
🏢 Ballina Shire Council
📍 Ballina