Diesel Fitter

The Scenic Rim is a region of opportunity surrounded by World Heritage-listed national parks and well renowned for its breathtaking scenery, agricultural and tourism industries. At Scenic Rim Regional Council, we deliver community services and infrastructure to the region's population of more than 44,000. With a diverse team exceeding 450 employees, we are committed to shaping a progressive future for our community through collaboration, integration and innovation. We are proudly an equal opportunity employer that embraces diversity and a workplace underpinned by shared ethos and values that shape our actions and behaviours.

About this opportunity
Our Workshop team has an opportunity for an experienced Diesel Mechanic to diagnose, repair, service and maintain light, heavy vehicle and road construction and maintenance plant and fleet

Additionally, you’ll also …

• Undertake services and maintenance programs and fault diagnostic services for Council’s heavy plant and vehicle fleet in workshops and project sites.
• Diagnose and rectify faults using Diagnostic Systems including (CAT ET, CATSIS, G scan. etc.)
• Rectify equipment failure and interpret spare parts from OEM parts manual and software programs.
• Ensure cleanliness, quality and safety of workshop & environment is of the highest standard at all times.
• Carryout pre- COI inspections and pre-inspections on AIS inspections
• Undertake recording of maintenance history and data on all repairs and services

About you…

• Trade qualification in diesel fitting, heavy commercial vehicle mechanics or equivalent along with experience servicing and maintaining vehicles, trucks, plant equipment and machinery
• Queensland "C", 'MR' or ‘HR’ Class driver’s licence 
• Ability to diagnose automotive electrical and hydraulic component functions and systems faults 
• Proven experience in the maintenance and fault diagnostics of machinery hydraulic and electrical   systems.
• Experience in diagnosis, service and maintenance of automotive and plant air conditioning systems.
• Experience in the use of manufacturer's diagnostic software and diagnostic equipment

What’s in it for you?

• A down-to-earth role with variety, structure and friendly team environment
• A competitive salary along with excellent benefits
• Great employee benefits such as generous superannuation, leave provisions, flexible and supportive work environment, discounted private health membership, gym membership, and lots more

How to apply

If this sounds like the position for you, don’t delay - Apply now!

• A brief Cover Letter outlining what interests you about this role and of your experience and background. Max 2 pages
• A current Resume (maximum of 5 pages) including the names and contact details of 3 referees. One referee should be a Manager you have worked for during the past two years.

Applications close: midday 02 May 2024

For more information contact ****@scenicrim.qld.gov.au