Mechanic

Description:

Job Description
Live and work in a culture rich location minutes from the Murray River, just a short drive to one of Victoria’s best wine regions and with the ski fields so close you will be zooming down the mountains in under two hours.
Our employee benefits include professional development and flexible working conditions. Our conditions of employment support equal opportunities and an ethical, diverse, and inclusive workplace.
We also recognise and value your priorities beyond work. It’s important to us that you have a sustainable work–life balance, so we offer flexible working arrangements, a nine-day fortnight (full-time staff) and a range of leave options and support programs.
AlburyCity is committed to being a child safe organisation by creating cultures, adopting strategies and taking action to empower children. We work hard to keep them safe from harm because child safety is everyone’s responsibility.
Directorate
Infrastructure, Planning & Environment
Classification
Grade C
Salary
$62,818 to $72,869 + 11.5% employer contribution to superannuation
Reporting To
Fleet Service Supervisor
Employment Type
Permanent Full Time
The Position
To maintain and repair AlburyCity plant, vehicles and equipment as directed.
Responsibilities
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Perform services in accordance with Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEM) specified scheduled service regimes Undertake repairs, inspections and preventative maintenance including on-site repairs Accurately complete fleet service records. Perform mobile maintenance and repair services. Perform on-site refuelling of Council plant and equipment Road test motor vehicles and plant to check and verify quality of services and or repairs Maintain all Workshop tools and equipment in a safe and mechanically reliable condition. Undertake complex diagnostic testing to ascertain mechanical/electrical functionality issues Utilise computer software for fleet management, document management, plant assessment and fleet risk assessment. Perform other tasks or duties as directed by the Supervisor which are within the limits of the employee’s skill, competence and training. Observe requirements of the WHS Legislation, relevant to the job and adhere to AlburyCity Policies and Procedures regarding WHS. Observe appropriate AlburyCity Policies and Procedures regarding day to day operations including Equal Employment Opportunity policies, AlburyCity’s Dress Code and Standards Policy and AlburyCity’s Code of Conduct.
Qualifications
KEY RELATIONSHIPS:
Internal
Our people
External
Our CommunityMaterial suppliers
Employment Conditions
Based on a 38 hour week, with actual days and times being Monday to Friday, 7:30am to 4:30pm, with an RDO in accordance with AlburyCity's RDO guidelines. These times may vary due to operational requirements and will be determined by the supervisor. This position may involve work outside normal working hours. Additional hours over the standard 38 hours will attract a time in lieu arrangement or payment of overtime rates as agreed in advance with your supervisor. This position requires you to wear a compulsory uniform as per AlburyCity’s Our People Dress Code Standards. Our People are required to present a smart and professional image to the public at all times including when in public and when working remotely.This position will be required to be on call outside normal working hours on a roster basis. This will be in agreement with the supervisor and will attract the appropriate allowance. In line with the provisions of the Local Government (State) Award, this position will receive the Level 1, Adverse Working Conditions Allowance. This position will be provided with vaccination against the following infectious diseases:Hepatitis AHepatitis B This position involves working in a predominantly outdoor environment where a varying range of temperatures, weather conditions and walking surfaces may be experienced. The position requires a moderate level of aerobic and physical fitness to undertake regular physical activities such as walking, lifting, pulling, pushing along with the capacity to maintain normal manual handling tasks across the work day - depending on the nature of the tasks undertaken. The use of relevant work method statements and appropriate WHS standards are an integral part of the role. A full functional and medical assessment is required for this position.This position is subject to alcohol and other drug testingThis position is subject to preemployment and ongoing audiometric (hearing) assessment in accordance with AlburyCity Procedures This position is located at the Albury Depot, Wodonga Place, and Albury with occasional visits to external sites/depots and AlburyCity Administration Building 553 Kiewa St as required.
Essential Criteria
Current Motor Vehicle Repair Certificate (MVRIC) or equivalent Medium Rigid (MR) Truck Licence (compulsory to have and maintain)
Desirable Criteria
Diesel engine training Welding certificate RTA licenced Vehicle Inspector
Experience
Relevant heavy vehicle mechanical experience
Specialist Knowledge And Skills
In depth knowledge and competency in;Automotive Engineering preferably including Diesel engines Mechanical principlesAutomotive ElectricalIn Static hydraulic pumps and devicesMechanical hydraulicsManual HandlingPlan/Diagrammatic Interpretation Ability to use compressed air equipment and small hand tools Ability to use small plant items Demonstrated ability to use computer software and reporting systems Fundamental communication and literacy skills
About Us
Our Organisation:We are the facilitator of a thriving, resilient and liveable city full of opportunities and the custodians of an environment like no other. We consistently deliver best-in-class leadership, services, facilities and experiences, providing exceptional living for our local community.
Our Values:We are a values driven organisation and these underpin everything we do.
Working Together:I respect, listen to and value the contributions of others and celebrate our achievements.Integrity:I am trustworthy, honest, accountable, open and consistent in all that I do.Courage and Passion:I am enthusiastic and have the confidence to speak up for the betterment of AlburyCity.Innovation: I seek to increase my knowledge through new ideas and continuous improvement.Loyalty:I am supportive of others and committed to AlburyCity and the community.
Live Well Work Well: The health and safety of our people is more than a priority, it’s a commitment embedded within our values. Unlike priorities which change over time, our values form the basis for all that we do; they define our purpose and what we stand for. We seek to have a positive impact by developing a holistic wellbeing culture that empowers everyone to be their healthiest and happiest version, resulting in a more engaged and productive workforce with lower incidence of illness and injury.
It is, and always will be, our goal to have a workplace free from harm.
Two Cities One Community: On 13 October 2017 AlburyCity and The City of Wodonga entered into an historic partnership between the two cities. In August 2022 both Councils worked together to review and re-commit to the Partnership Agreement.
This partnership is a unique opportunity to develop a way forward that benefits our community as a whole with the aim of improving integration, productivity and social and economic development. It will focus on future growth that will continue to add value to both cities. Through this combined focus, underpinned by four key pillars of; leadership, economy, environment and community, we will unleash our potential and drive innovation for the benefit of the region and the nation.
Our Mission is to work together to achieve our community goals now and into the future. We understand that we are stronger together and can achieve more when working in collaboration. We will build on our current partnerships and shared values for thebetterment of Albury and Wodonga.
Child Safety: AlburyCity is committed to being a child safe organisation and our people support, listen to and empower children and young people. We create safe environments that minimise the risk of harm and we have ZERO tolerance for child abuse, violence and neglect.
About The Team
The Directorate: Infrastructure Planning and Environment - Our Infrastructure, Planning & Environment Directorate focuses on maintaining and improving our special and unique city and its surrounds.
The groups within our directorate take care of our place as well as ensure that we grow and develop the city in a planned, balanced and sustainable way. We invest in and build infrastructure to meet everyone’s needs, and we provide and maintain quality facilities and services that rival, and even surpass, those in larger cities. We are also responsible for preserving our natural environment across our many and varied landscapes.
Our Service Model: Progress - Our Service model is built around our brand pillars of empowering progress; serving with excellence, which is about our people; and taking care of our place.
We empower our city and region to strive for more and to champion the significance of Albury as a national destination for life, work, culture, sport, entertainment, environment and investment. We are the connection point to make bigger, better things happen.
Service Cluster: City Projects - Our City Projects Service Cluster delivers our projects and services. Its purpose is to ensure effective project management and the timely delivery of exceptional, high quality products that benefit our community and the broader region.