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 workplace 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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