Address About the role
We are currently looking for a Leading Hand Mechanics to join our Plant Fleet Services Workshop team. They are a crucial part of Logan City Council providing maintenance and repair services to Councils extensive range of Plant, Vehicles and Equipment. In your new role you will be a part of the experienced team who are responsible for servicing, maintaining, and repairing Council's fleet of vehicles and equipment adhering to strict roadworthy and compliance requirements while contributing to other workshop duties as requested by the Workshop Operations Supervisor. The successful applicant’s role will include carrying out mechanical and minor electrical repairs and maintenance to Councils extensive fleet including light and heavy vehicle repairs, servicing and inspection, fault finding and troubleshooting, use of electronic diagnostic tools, minor body repairs and welding, brake testing and utilising other workshop/ fleet related equipment.
Elements of the role include:
Oversee the delivery of services to maintain and repair fleet assets
Provide advice and direction to staff
Promote a workplace of excellence by your actions and attention to detail
Foster and maintain relationships with key stakeholders
Provide expert technical advice and guidance to drive continuous improvement
Conduct quality assurance inspections of works completed by staff
Ensuring compliance with all workplace health and safety statues, regulations, prescribed procedures, obligations, and responsibilities
Minimum requirements of the role include:
Trade certificate qualification in Heavy Commercial Vehicle Technology
Vehicle Inspection Certificate (desirable but not essential)
Demonstrated sound mechanical knowledge and ability to troubleshoot/fault find
Possession of open class driving licence with HR & HC being advantageous
White Construction Card
Pass a Functional Capacity Evaluation before an offer of employment will be made.
Vaccines for this position currently include: Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, Q fever and Tetanus.
Who we are
We’re a contemporary local government organisation entering an exciting new phase. We’re moving forward with purpose and fresh energy, with a focus on delivering exceptional services and value for money – with heart. We care about the community we serve and we care about each other. When you work with us, we want you to feel valued, and to understand your role and how your work contributes to the bigger picture.
The community we serve
The City of Logan is a proud, grassroots community, filled with mavericks, makers and innovators. Here, neighbourly love is strong; environmental and business values run deep; and culture, heritage and diversity is our DNA.
What we offer
Full-time hours worked over a 9-day (76hr) fortnight - that's an extra 22 days off each year!
Salary range from $63115.64 to $77,979.97.
Generous 12% superannuation contribution, after 12months of service (permanent staff only)
Supportive culture that promotes a healthy work/ life balance
Fitness Passport Program
Ongoing learning and development opportunities
Salary Packaging options
Employee assistance program
Free onsite parking
Active social club
Interested?
If you’d like some more information about the role contact our hiring manager, Richard Thompson 0437 972 8929 or an email richardthompson@logan.qld.gov.au
To express your interest in this role, please forward your Resume and a Cover Letter outlining your relevant skills and experience in support of your application by the closing date of 8 March 2024.
Thank you for considering joining the Logan City Council. We cannot wait to learn more about you!
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