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 Chance 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 environment 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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