Corporate Services Temporary Full Time (6 months) Maryborough Stream C Level 10 - 7 - $74,161 – 81,006 plus superannuation

- - annualised allowance of $4,052/annum

- - an attraction & retention allowance of $7,416 - $8,101/annum

- - 9-day fortnight

At Fraser Coast Regional Council our people are our most important asset and central to achieving our purpose of Building Better Communities Together . What We Are Looking For

We are seeking a trade-qualified Mechanic to join our Fleet team. In this hands-on role, you will perform mechanical maintenance and repairs on Council's diverse fleet of vehicles, trucks and plant equipment. Working both in the workshop and in the field, you will help ensure fleet reliability, safety and operational availability while supporting a collaborative and customer-focused team environment

What Your Day Will Look Like

- Perform maintenance, servicing and repairs on Council vehicles, trucks and plant equipment
- Diagnose faults and identify mechanical issues to minimise fleet downtime
- Complete workshop and field-based maintenance activities safely and efficiently
- Maintain accurate work records using Council's maintenance management systems
- Support continuous improvement initiatives and contribute to team planning activities
- Assist with mentoring apprentices and supporting team members where required

Please click here to view a full position description. What You’ll Need For Success

- Recognised Mechanical Trade Certificate (AQF Level III)
- Valid Queensland C Class Driver Licence
- General Construction Induction (White Card)
- Demonstrated experience maintaining and repairing plant, trucks and heavy equipment
- Skills in fitting, welding and machining
- Strong understanding of WHS requirements and safe work practices
- Ability to use work management systems and complete documentation accurately
- Effective communication and teamwork skills

What’s Nice To Have

- Valid HR Licence recognised in Queensland




- Experience providing guidance and support to apprentices or team members
- Experience working within fleet maintenance or local government environments

We understand that not all candidates will meet every selection criterion. If you have the right approach and the ability to contribute effectively, we welcome your application. Benefits Of Working With Council Committed to providing quality services to our community, we strongly support an inclusive and values driven culture, recognising your individual skills, knowledge and talent. As part of this we have implemented our Leadership Development Program,

Boss to Coach. We also create innovative solutions to labour shortages through our TEMPO program which has been recognised by our HR peers nationally in 2022, as well as winning the LGMA 2023 Excellence in Innovation award. Click here to review our Employee Value Proposition.

What We Offer

- Values based culture
- Employee discount shopping program
- Professional development
- Versatile working arrangements including work from home
- Study assistance program
- Novated leasing
- 24/7 access to Employee Assistance Program
- Paid maternity and paternity leave
- Paid emergency services leave
- Uniform subsidy
- Years of service rewards

Apply Now Applications close 11pm on Thursday 10 September 2026 – subject to change pending qualified applications received. A cover letter outlining your suitability for the role, and a current resume is required. For further details please contact Michael Tudman, Manager Fleet at [email protected].

Fraser Coast Regional Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

- A discretionary attraction and retention allowance may be considered for candidates who possess key capabilities and experience that are critical to the role and hard to source in the market, enabling immediate and high-level impact if successful in the role. Any such allowance is subject to formal assessment and approval during the recruitment process.

📌 Mechanic (Maryborough)
🏢 Fraser Coast Regional Council
📍 Maryborough