Current job vacancies - Mechanic/HD Fitter

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The City of Wanneroo is seeking qualified, experienced truck mechanics with On Highway expertise to undertake all aspects of repairs, and maintenance of the City’s fleet assets. The working environment includes a clean modern workshop with specialised tooling, good facilities and showers, free parking and a small friendly team. The mechanics maintain a modern fleet with Volvo, Hino, UD and Isuzu trucks amongst others. The truck fleet includes waste collection vehicles. Other assets to be maintained include light plant and construction equipment. The ideal applicant will be required to work on a combination of machines or equipment which utilise complex electronic, mechanical, air and fluid power principles.

Our team operates both onsite and attends breakdowns and works a weekly rotating shift pattern of 6:00am to 3:00pm (week 1) and 1:00pm to 10:00pm (week 2) Monday to Friday on a nine-day fortnight.

Mechanic/HD Fitter Position Description

As a collaborative member of the Fleet Maintenance team, the position is accountable for repairs and maintenance to the City’s fleet assets in accordance with current best practice, standards and statutory requirements. As the successful appointee you must be an adaptable and experienced truck mechanic or heavy duty diesel mechanic. You must also thrive working in a busy and change driven organisation.

To be successful in the position, you will be able to demonstrate the following through your cover letter and resume:

• Trade Certificate in Heavy Duty Mechanics (On Highway preferred)
• Post-trade experience in Heavy Duty equipment servicing / repairs, particularly multi-functional hydraulic systems
• Knowledge of Australian Design Regulations and Standards, licensing procedures and statutory provisions relevant to heavy vehicles
• Highly developed knowledge of the practical application of Work, Health and Safety measures relevant to mechanical workshops
• Ability to work with limited supervision as part of a team
• Capable of physical manual labour
• Good communication skills
• HR class vehicle licence (WA issue)
• High Risk Work Licence – Fork lift truck
• Working knowledge of the utilisation of information systems and technology

The City of Wanneroo is a diverse and flexible environment that offers a range of career opportunities where you will have the opportunity to make a real difference to the local community and our people. Our vibrant and inclusive team is what makes the City an enjoyable and rewarding place to be.

We celebrate all diversity and strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to consider working for a Local Government organisation that values who you are. Bring your skills, knowledge and commitment to a team that is welcoming and enthusiastic about you joining us!

Why work for the City of Wanneroo

The City offers a range of employment benefits including:

• Generous matching of superannuation contributions up to a combined total of 15%;
• Free on-site parking;
• Purchased leave;
• Development opportunities; and
• An inclusive, welcoming workshop environment.

If this position sounds like your next career step - then apply now. We look forward to receiving your application. 

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Reference Number: 3005

Closing date: Friday 22 November 2024 (9:00pm AWST)

For further information regarding the position visit the City of Wanneroo website or contact Gary Lester, Workshop Supervisor on 08 9405 5212.

Applicants may be required to undergo a medical assessment to determine their fitness to carry out the duties of this position.

All employees and prospective employees of the City of Wanneroo are required to declare any secondary employment and private activities to ensure that any conflict of interests may be appropriately managed.

To apply for this position, you must have the right to work in Australia and be willing to provide a National Police Clearance no older than 6 months. 

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