Fleet Plant Maintenance Technician

Tweed Shire Council

  • Murwillumbah, NSW
  • $65,853 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • Just now
Join our team and take the wheel in a dynamic role where you'll keep our entire fleet, plant and equipment running smoothly—through scheduled servicing, proactive maintenance and fast-paced breakdown response.About the role:
  • Service, maintain and repair a wide range of Council fleet vehicles, trucks, earthmoving machinery and small plant and equipment.
  • Diagnose complex mechanical, electrical and hydraulic faults using technical knowledge, schematics and diagnostic tools.
  • Ensure timely, accurate record-keeping using Council’s Asset Management Software (EAM) and comply with all RMS and ADR regulations.
  • Promote safety, efficiency and environmental responsibility across all worksites, while collaborating closely with Council staff.
  • Supervise and mentor apprentices, supporting their practical development in the Heavy Vehicle Mechanic trade.
What's on offer:
  • a base salary ranging from $65,853 per annum with competency-based increments up to $75,449 per annum, plus 12% super
  • 76 hour, 9 day fortnight
  • training and development opportunities
  • flexible work options for a healthy work/life balance
  • generous employment conditions (we have too many to list -
for more).We are seeking:
  • A qualified mechanic with a Certificate III in Heavy Vehicle, Light Vehicle and/or Plant Mechanics (or equivalent).
  • At least four years of practical workshop experience.
  • A current Medium Rigid (MR) driver licence and strong literacy and numeracy skills for interpreting manuals and completing records.
  • Effective communicator with the ability to work independently and collaboratively within a small, client-focused team.
  • Knowledge of safe work practices and basic experience using fleet management software and diagnostic systems.
About us:
  • Located on the picturesque far North Coast of NSW, bordering the Gold Coast.
  • The Tweed is a vibrant, diverse location offering a lifestyle near the water, in a rainforest or on a farm.
  • Tweed Shire Council is committed to employment equity and diversity and encourages applications from people of all ages, abilities and backgrounds in both traditional and non-traditional roles. We provide workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options.
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. Professionals Australia (Local Government Engineers’ Association) has named Council the 2021 Employer of Choice for our great employment practices within NSW local government.Where it's located:This position is based in Murwillumbah and can be directed to work from any Council work site.Position closes:Friday 22 August 2025, at 12 noon sharp (NSW time). Late applications will not be permitted.SK97188AOFFICE USE ONLY

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