We are building for the future — and there’s never been a better time to join the City. Driven by the Council Plan 2025–2035 and the priorities of our community, we are growing our team and creating new roles that will help us deliver meaningful, lasting impact.

If you are looking for more than just your next role, this is your opportunity to be part of an organisation with purpose, energy and ambition, and to do work that truly matters to the community we serve.

The City of Karratha is seeking a skilled and safety-focused Heavy Duty Mechanic to join our Waste, Fleet & Depot team. Reporting to the Leading Hand Heavy Duty Mechanic, you will play a key role in maintaining and repairing the City's diverse fleet and plant assets, helping to ensure essential services are delivered efficiently across the region. This hands-on role offers the opportunity to work on a variety of equipment, from light vehicles and small plant through to heavy trucks and earthmoving machinery.

What You'll Be Doing

- Service, maintain and repair a wide range of City plant and equipment.
- Diagnose mechanical faults and undertake repairs with minimal supervision.
- Complete job cards and maintain accurate service and repair records.
- Test and inspect vehicles and equipment following maintenance and repairs.




- Work collaboratively with supervisors, team members and specialist contractors to support workshop operations.

What We're Looking For

- Trade-qualified Heavy Duty Mechanic with relevant industry experience.
- Demonstrated experience maintaining heavy trucks and earthmoving equipment.
- Robust troubleshooting, time management and organisational skills.
- Commitment to safe work practices and workshop compliance requirements.
- Current HR Driver's Licence and Forklift Licence.

Why Join Us?

- 6 weeks annual leave and 13% superannuation
- Housing & relocation packages negotiable
- Allowances of up to $12,188 per annum
- Enjoy your own Free individual membership to our recreation centres and pool facilities, and access $500 of Salary Sacrifice arrangements that can be used for specific programmes or family memberships
- Up to $3,000 per year for approved study relevant to your role
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for confidential wellbeing support
- Work on a diverse range of modern fleet and plant equipment.

For enquiries about this position, please contact our People & Culture team on (08) 9186 8543 9186 8543). Applications close at 4.00pm on 2nd November 2026. Early applications are encouraged.

📌 Heavy Duty Mechanic (Karratha)
🏢 City of Karratha
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