PLANT MECHANIC

- Permanent full time role working a 9 day fortnight
- Salary range $87,424 to $88,545 depending on experience plus allowances
- Generous superannuation contributions up to 15.75%
- Excellent employee benefits including the potential to salary package a novated lease vehicle and housing, gym membership, and corporate health discounts

Why work for the City:

The City of Busselton is located in the picturesque southwest coastal region of WA and offers an enviable lifestyle and the opportunity to be part of one of the most progressive, diverse and ambitious Local Governments in the state. We pride ourselves on providing positive outcomes for our community and offering a supportive environment for our employees.

About the role:

We currently have an prospect for an experienced Plant Mechanic to join our workshop team reporting to the Workshop Leading Hand. This is a rare opportunity to join this stable and supportive team environment. In this role you will undertake scheduled preventative maintenance and servicing, plus reactive repairs, on a wide range of plant and equipment ensuring all work is carried out to agreed standards. This will include heavy plant, trucks, trailers, light vehicles and a range of small plant and machinery.

What you’ll bring to the role:

The ideal candidate will align with the City’s Values and be able to demonstrate the below competencies:

- Trade qualification as a mechanic (or equivalent formal mechanical qualification)
- Experience in a mechanical, plant maintenance, or related role




- Demonstrated skills in the repair, maintenance, operation, and troubleshooting of plant and equipment
- Knowledge of hydraulic, auto electrical (12/24V), and mechanical systems
- Ability to interpret technical manuals, schematics, and diagnostic information
- Fabrication and workshop skills, including accurate measuring techniques
- Experience maintaining heavy plant with the ability to work independently
- Competent computer skills and ability to use maintenance systems and equipment

Applicants will also need a current HR class licence or be willing to obtain one, plus a Construction Safety Awareness (white card) and be able to provide a National Police Clearance no more than 6 months old

Apply: Please click ‘Apply’ and follow the prompts. Please attach a covering letter addressing how you meet the above requirements of the role and your current resume. Further information about the role can be found in the position description attached.

Enquiries: Steve Forrester, Fleet Management Coordinator on (08) •••• •426 or Human Resources on (08) •••• •727.

Closing date: Applications are invited until 4.30pm, Sunday 29 November 2026. Screening of applications may take place throughout the advertising period.

The City of Busselton aims to have a workforce that reflects the diversity of our customers and encourages applications from Aboriginal Australians, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, people living with a disability and people of all ages.

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