Tradesperson Mechanic - Milingimbi

TO APPLY, VISIT OUR WEBSITE - https://eastarnhem.nt.gov.au/employment/positions-vacant/tradesperson-mechanic-milingimbi. 

Applicants who do not apply through our website may not be considered. 

Housing and Relocation Assistance available. 

This is a full-time permanent position. 

The rate of pay will be $95,275.18 gross per annum + locality allowance and super contributions.  

About us: 

East Arnhem Regional Council (EARC) provides services to nine remote communities across East Arnhem Land. We are dedicated to promoting the power of people, protection of community and respect for cultural diversity. Working with EARC will mean that you will be part of a wider team that is passionate about the people it serves, and you’ll have access to career growth and professional development opportunities. 

East Arnhem Land is home to incredibly rich Indigenous culture and boasts some of Australia’s most unique landscapes, ranging from rich red bauxite soils to pristine white sand coastlines. With activities such as fishing, boating, camping, walking and exploring the diverse vegetation and landscapes right on your doorstep, working with the EARC can offer you a great work life balance. For a full list of employee benefits please visit our website. 

About the role:
The Tradesperson Mechanic will provide and maintain quality licensed mechanical services to Milingimbi. The role encompasses supervision, planning and scheduling work in co-operation with customers and suppliers.

To be successful in this role you need:

• Successful completion of the Mechanical Trades Certificate, with substantial trade experience.
• Extensive experience in working on differing machinery types and supporting skills - e.g. welding.
• Demonstrated supervisory experience and organisational skills to co-ordinate materials, scheduling work and meeting timelines.
• Commitment to flexibility to perform other related duties in emergent situations.
• Demonstrated experience using computers to report and maintain budgets.
• A current C Class Driver's License (minimum requirement - MR License preferred).

It would be desirable if you also possessed:

• Knowledge of Workplace Health & Safety requirements.
• Previous experience working or living within an Indigenous setting and ability to demonstrate a high level of cross-cultural awareness in the workplace.
• Awareness of issues affecting Indigenous people to ensure effective participation in a cross-cultural environment.

Employees must also be prepared to travel to remote communities via various means, including 4WD vehicles and light aircraft.

Employment with the EARC is subject to a Criminal History Check and the ability to obtain a Working with Children Clearance. Criminal history will not exclude an applicant unless it is relevant to the inherent requirements to their position.  

A full copy of the positon description can be found on our website. 

For further information please contact Fleet and Workshops Manager, Errol Weber, on 08 8986 89***or email ***********@eastarnhem.nt.gov.au. 

Under the EARC's Special Measures Recruitment Strategy, eligible Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander (ATSI) applicants will be granted priority consideration for this vacancy.

Applications will be received until the position is filled. 

Thank you for your application for a position with East Arnhem Regional Council. Please note that only short-listed candidates who move to the next stage in the selection process will be contacted. Please note your personal information will only be used for recruitment purposes. Personal information of the candidate can be accessed by contacting **@eastarnhem.nt.gov.au.

East Arnhem Regional Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer.