Workshop Mechanic (Diesel or Auto Electrician)

South Burnett Regional Council is one of the largest employers within the region, with offices and depots located in Kingaroy, Nanango, Wondai, Murgon, Proston and Blackbutt.

Council recognises our key role we play within the community and the services we provide to our ratepayers & public members. We understand our duty to provide excellent customer service at the forefront of all our processes and services, to all stakeholders.

Council is comprised of three (3) Departments: Executive Services, Finance & Liveability, and Infrastructure. These Departments consist of multiple branches to ensure we provide efficient services and accurate information to our community. We believe our staff are our greatest asset in achieving objectives. With approximately 330 employees, Council takes a proactive approach towards recruitment and retention of high‑calibre employees.

Further our commitment to our staff we pride ourselves on developing our staff members through our learning and development policy and procedure. Annual Employee Development Reviews are undertaken to ensure our staff are continuously developing.

Council is committed to providing a workplace that is safe and without risk to the health and safety of all employees, contractors, volunteers, work‑experience students, visitors, and members of the public. We have adopted a Zero Harm Strategy to promote safety within the organisation. We recognise the importance of developing and maintaining healthy and safe working conditions in all workplaces and the importance of keeping the work health and safety practices in these workplaces under constant review.

South Burnett Regional Council are committed to establishing a harmonious and sustainable workforce.



This is achieved by adhering to equitable recruitment practices and equal opportunity regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, disability, or sexual orientation.

About the Region

The South BurnettRegion is ideally situated just 2 - 3 hours' drive to Brisbane, Toowoomba, Sunshine Coast and Fraser Coast. The region is home to the stunning Bunya Mountains, where you can enjoy spectacular rainforest walks, nights by the fire in hidden chalets and the best scenic views Queensland has to offer. The South Burnett region is renowned for its great wine, gourmet foods and recreational facilities such as Lake Boondooma and Yallakool tourist parks.

About the roles

Based in Kingaroy

Permanent Full Time

$70K- $74K per annum + Allowances + Super

Council is seeking a qualified and experienced mechanic to support the day-to-day operations involved in the maintenance and repair of fleet within the Workshop. This role involves carrying out a range of maintenance activities, including the inspection and servicing of heavy plant and equipment, trucks, and light vehicles, as well as diagnosing and rectifying faults both in the workshop and in office. The successful applicant will have extensive experience in the repair and maintenance of heavy earthmoving plant and machinery, along with the ability to implement and maintain an effective preventative maintenance program for all fixed and mobile plant assets.



* At times this position will be required to assist at other workshop locations within Council, for leave cover and/or workloads.

Additional Factors

Participation in after hours and weekend work is a requirement of this position

Level of fitness required to undertake a broad range of physical tasks

Mandatory Qualifications

Relevant Mechanical Trade Certificate

Minimum requirement of a current MR Licence

General Safety Induction for Construction Worker Certification (White Card)

Desirable Qualifications

HR drivers' licence and/or Forklift Ticket

Understanding chain of responsibilities with knowledge of NHVR

Benefits and perks

- Work/Life balance (9 Day Fortnight Roster)
- Up to 12% employer superannuation contribution
- Access to Salary Packaging Benefits, Corporate memberships, Health and Wellbeing programs

Skills and experience

Substantial relevant experience in undertaking repairs, maintenance and working with heavy earthmoving plant and machinery.

Ability to implement and maintain an effective preventive maintenance program for all fixed and mobile plant.

Sound literacy and numeracy skills.

Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment and under minimal supervision.

Basic level of keyboard and computer skills, including working knowledge of the MS Office Suite.

Applicants must have the right to live and work in Australia to apply.

For further information please contact People and Culture on (07) 4189 9***.

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📌 Workshop Mechanic (Diesel or Auto Electrician) (Kingaroy)
🏢 South Burnett Regional Council
📍 Kingaroy