Description:
- Location: Northern Beaches & Black Town
- Hours: 7 hours/day, 35 hours/week
- Pay Rate: $50-60/hour + super
- Start Date: ASAP
Our client is a leading emergency service government agency dedicated to protecting communities and the environment from fire-related hazards. With a strong volunteer base and a history spanning over a century, they play a crucial role in fire suppression, prevention, and emergency response. Operating across regional and rural areas, they maintain an extensive fleet of specialised vehicles and equipment, ensuring operational readiness in times of crisis. Their culture is built on teamwork, technical excellence, and a commitment to community safety.
Role Summary
We are seeking 2 skilled Mechanical Officers (Northern Beaches & Black Town) to provide technical expertise in maintaining and repairing heavy vehicles and specialised firefighting equipment. This role ensures that the fleet remains fully operational and supports emergency response efforts. The successful candidate will be responsible for carrying out inspections, diagnosing faults, and performing repairs both in workshops and remote locations.
This opportunity is available as an 18-month temporary contract position on an hourly rate basis. The temporary role is currently vacant until FY26/27 and is based at the Northern Beaches District Office. The temporary role is contingent labour, offering an hourly rate of $50-60/hour+super
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct maintenance, servicing, and repairs on heavy vehicles and firefighting equipment.
- Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic faults.
- Carry out repairs on engines, transmissions, braking systems, steering, and suspension.
- Utilise the organisation’s asset management system to track maintenance schedules and work completed.
- Provide mechanical support in field environments to ensure operational readiness.
- Monitor and report on maintenance activities to enhance service efficiency.
- Ensure all repairs and servicing are performed in line with safety and compliance standards.
- Perform limited boat maintenance tasks where required.
- Work a standard 35-hour workweek with flexible start times between 7:00 am and 7:00 pm.
- Mentor junior team members and contribute to technical training as required.
- Trade qualification as a Heavy Vehicle Mechanic or equivalent.
- Current Tradesperson Certificate for Heavy Commercial Vehicle repair (Department of Fair Trading) – Essential.
- Medium Rigid (MR) driver’s licence, with willingness to obtain a Heavy Rigid (HR) licence if required – Essential.
- Experience in maintaining and repairing diesel engines, hydraulic systems, and electrical components.
- Boat maintenance experience is an advantage.
- Knowledge of relevant Work Health and Safety (WHS) standards and regulations.
- Ability to work in field environments, including remote locations, when necessary.
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work autonomously.
- Experience in preventive maintenance and record-keeping.
- Willingness to undertake bushfire response training as part of operational support duties.
- PPE and uniforms will be provided by the District.
- Must have valid working rights in Australia (no sponsorship available).
Important: We prioritise candidates that touch base before any job search. The benefit of working with us early is that we can prepare a strong application and have a direct line to hiring managers and business stakeholders. We know how competitive the market is and we offer comprehensive services including CV review, career coaching, interview preparation, psychometric testing readiness, job market analysis, networking assistance, salary negotiation guidance, and ongoing career support to equip our candidates with the necessary tools to stand out from the crowd.
We encourage candidates who are passionate about making a difference and possess the necessary experience and skills to apply. Please submit your CV along with a cover letter detailing your qualifications and interest in the role to recruitment@charterdiligence.com.au . For confidential inquiries, contact our recruitment team at (02) 7208 7776 (Sydney), (03) 9001 7776 (Melbourne), (07) 3866 7776 (Brisbane) or (08) 6118 7776 (Perth).
Our client is an equal-opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of their background. Join us and be part of a team that is shaping the future of the industry.
17 Mar 2025;
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