Brisbane City Council is one of the largest local governments in the Asia-Pacific region and one of the biggest employers in Queensland. We have more than 300 job types across a broad range of service areas in support of the Brisbane community. Our Branch Transport Operations is all about keeping Brisbane moving, whether it’s our road network, travelling on buses or trains, or cycling along one of our many bikeways and shared pathways. Transport Operations play a lead role in planning and maintaining Council's transport network and implementing the Transport Plan for Brisbane.About the roleA permanent opportunity is currently available at our Toowong Deport for a qualified Auto Electrician to join a multi-skilled team and efficiently undertake maintenance, repair, service and fault finding of buses and other equipment and machinery with respect to their electrical componentry. This may include electrical wiring of motors, generators, PLC’s and other electrical controls and control units, instruments and some aspects of air conditioning.You will work effectively with diagnostic and tech tools to ensure that our heavy vehicles are operational and meet and maintain the required safety standards to keep our city moving.In addition, Transport Operations has a regular intake of apprentices throughout the year and you will be required to assist, guide and supervise apprentices in learning their trade where required. This role operates Monday to Friday to complete a 38 hour week with a 9-day fortnight arrangement. Your initial work arrangements will be from 6am – 3pm with the option of moving to an afternoon shift, with its associated shift allowances and benefits. There is also an abundance of overtime presently, for those keen to further increase their incomeTo be successful in the role you will have: technical knowledge and experience in general maintenance and repairs of heavy vehicle electrical mechanicsproven ability to cost-effectively and efficiently plan, organise and perform work relevant to the role to a high standard of quality.proven experience in diagnostics, fault finding and correction in electrical system componentry, and planned electrical maintenance and servicing of buses and other equipmentwell developed communication skills and experience guiding, assisting or supervising trades assistants, apprentices and contractorsdemonstrated experience working with heavy vehicles or buses. Note: This role requires a ‘C’ Class Drivers Licence or the ability to obtain a Heavy Rigid licence. You must also have a possession of a Trade Certificate Level III in Automotive Electrical Technology (AUR30312) or equivalentWorking in Council means delivering excellent customer service to the people of Brisbane. How to apply: Click on the 'Apply' button to complete your online application. Please upload your current resume and covering letter (no more than one page) that demonstrates how you meet the key requirements of the role related in the position description.Benefits of working for Council include:flexible working hours, and flexible arrangementsfree…
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