Senior Mechanic – Local Government (Remote Queensland)

A Remote Queensland Local Government is seeking an experienced Senior Mechanic to lead the delivery of maintenance and repair services across its fleet, plant and equipment.

The Opportunity

This is a hands‑on leadership role responsible for supervising mechanics and ensuring all vehicles, heavy plant and equipment are maintained safely, efficiently and to operational standards. You will play a key role in keeping essential services running across the community while supporting and mentoring workshop staff.

The position requires someone comfortable working in a remote setting and contributing to both workshop operations and on‑site repairs when required.

What’s On Offer

- $120K – $125K base salary + superannuation
- 6 weeks annual leave
- 15 days personal leave
- 2 return flights per year
- Subsidised housing provided
- Work vehicle, tools and equipment supplied
- Full‑time Local Government leadership role

About the Role

You will oversee workshop operations and ensure the reliability of Council’s fleet and plant.

Key responsibilities include:





- Supervising mechanics and coordinating daily workshop operations
- Maintaining and repairing Council fleet, plant and equipment
- Conducting diagnostics, fault finding and breakdown repairs
- Ensuring all servicing and maintenance schedules are met
- Managing workshop safety, compliance and documentation
- Supporting procurement of parts and managing inventory
- Providing technical guidance and mentoring to staff
- Conducting both workshop and field‑based repairs as required

About You

You are a highly skilled mechanic with leadership experience and the ability to operate effectively in remote conditions.

You will bring:

- Trade qualification in Automotive, Diesel or Heavy Vehicle Mechanics
- Experience working in Local Government or remote communities
- Strong experience maintaining fleet, plant and equipment
- Demonstrated leadership or supervisory experience
- Strong diagnostic and fault‑finding capability
- Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities
- Commitment to safety and compliance standards
- Current Driver’s Licence

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