Senior Heavy Vehicle Mechanic

The role and you

Are you an experienced Heavy Vehicle Mechanic looking for your next challenge Join MidCoast Councils Public Spaces department and play a key role in keeping our extensive fleet and plant operating smoothly.

MidCoast Council manages over 3000 hectares of parks and open spaces 26 sporting complexes 84 playgrounds 32 cemeteries and 560 Council buildingsall of which rely on our skilled Trades team to ensure our fleet and plant are in top condition.

As a Senior Heavy Vehicle Mechanic youll be part of a professional team responsible for the maintenance repairs diagnostics and inspections of our diverse fleet including light and heavy vehicles plant equipment and RFS machinery. This role also involves minor welding hydraulic repairs and roadworthy inspections.

Youll be supporting the Team Leader Mechanical Services - West with opportunities for ongoing training and career development in a role that directly contributes to the local community.

Please note that to be a successful candidate for this role youll be required to complete a pre-employment medical check to ensure you can complete the essential requirements of the role.

What youll bring

• Trade Qualifications in heavy vehicle/plant mechanics
• Motor Vehicle Inspectors Certificate
• Class MR Drivers License (minimum)
• Extensive experience in vehicle and large plant maintenance (including RFS plant and equipment)
• Previous experience in purchasing and procurement
• Previous experience in staff supervision
• Demonstrated ability to organise and prioritise work schedules

What we offer

We are committed to the growth of our employees and have a range of benefits available to support wellbeing and career development.Click here to find out more.

The package:Commencing salary package circa $71192 - $78311 p.a. plus superannuation

Tenure: Permanent Full-Time: 38 hours a week

Location: The successful applicant will be required to work at MidCoast Councils Stroud Workshop located on Memorial Avenue. You may also be required to be based from other Council sites.

Want to know more

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For questions relating to the position requirements please contact Sam Murray Team Leader Mechanical Services who is the hiring manager for this role. Sam can be reached on.

For enquiries regarding the application process contact Jess Anniwell Human Resources Officer who is the HR representative for this role. Jess can be reached on (02)or at

How to apply:

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Closing date: Sunday 7 December 2025 at 11.30 pm.

Our organisation

At MidCoast Council our people are our most important resource and we believe that we can only reach our full potential when you reach yours. This is the place for those who seek to play a role in the community and have an enthusiasm to learn and grow. Here you can make a real difference.

Our community is our customer and is at the centre of everything we do. We value support and empower our people to deliver positive results for our community.

Right now we are investing heavily in our organisation and our people. Our Administration Centre is a state-of-the-art facility designed to inspire innovation creativity and collaboration. The building has been named Yalawanyi Ganya which means sitting/meeting place in the Gathang language of the indigenous people across the MidCoast Region.

About the MidCoast Region

From lakes and estuaries to white sandy beaches to world heritage mountain wilderness the MidCoast region offers an attractive lifestyle for everyone. Our community is characterised by its welcoming attitude growing economy and natural beauty. These are the pillars of the quality of life we value.

Our commitment

At MidCoast Council we are committed to providing equal employment opportunities. Our aim is to provide all of our staff with an inclusive safe and healthy working environment. We never discriminate on the basis of race religion national origin gender identity or expression sexual orientation age or marital veteran or disability status. If you have a disability and need to request any adjustments to assist with the application process or to discuss workplace adjustments you may require please contact the HR representative.

Council also recognises the skills and attributes of veterans and welcomes applications from ex-service personnel.

Were a 2024 Circle Back Initiative Employer we commit to respond to every applicant.

We respectfully ask that recruitment agencies do not contact us at this stage.