Description:
The Position:
Richmond Shire Council is seeking the services of a Qualified Mechanic/Diesel Fitter to assist the
Council’s Workshop in performing effective and reliable services, maintenance and repair of
Council’s vehicles, plant and equipment.
The successful candidate will possess the following knowledge and skills: -
Qualifications/Licenses - Essential
• Trade Certificate of Tradesperson’s Rights Certificate as an Engineering Tradesperson
(Mechanical) Level I or Certificate III in Engineering Mechanical Diesel Fitting or equivalent.
• Drivers Licence current C class
• National White Card or Queensland Blue Workplace Health & Safety Construction Industry
Certificate Card, or willingness and ability to obtain
• Broad mechanical knowledge
• Demonstrated time management and organisational skills
Desirable
• Demonstrated experience in the use of diagnostic equipment
• Demonstrated welding experience
• Truck Drivers Licence – up to current HC
• Plant Operator competency certificates
• Air-conditioning tickets
The Remuneration:
Council will offer a base wage of $53.34 per hr plus applicable allowances. This rate includes an
over award payment. After the successful completion of the probationary period (3 months),
Council’ performance bonus will also apply bringing the wage to $55 per hour plus applicable
allowances. This is in accordance with the Richmond Shire Council – Certified Agreement
Subsidised Council Housing available and relocation costs up to $10,000
Further Information:
The specific application documentation and Position Description for this vacancy can be found on
Council’s employment webpage at www.richmond.qld.gov.au.
For further information on this position or information about Richmond please contact Payroll &
HR Officer on telephone (07) 4719 3377 or email jobs@richmond.qld.gov.au
Closing Date: Open until filled.
Please send your application form along with your resume (including at least 2 referees) to:
Peter Bennett
Chief Executive Officer
Richmond Shire Council
PO Box 18, Richmond Q 4822 or Email: jobs@richmond.qld.gov.au