Mechanic

Department: Infrastructure Services

Reports to: Supervisor Workshops

Salary Range: $74,512 - $86,595 per annum + superannuation

Are you a skilled and passionate mechanic with a drive to ensure vehicles and equipment are in top working condition? Do you want to play an integral role in keeping our community moving, with reliable Council vehicles and equipment?

We’re looking for a qualified mechanic to join our team — someone who knows their way around engines, has a good understanding of plant and equipment, and enjoys a bit of variety in their day.

You’ll be working on everything from chainsaws and whipper-snippers to utes, tractors, graders, garbage trucks and beyond — there’s plenty of variety in the fleet you’ll look after. Some days you’ll be in the workshop, other days you’ll be out on the road helping with breakdowns or on-site servicing. Every day you will help to keep things ticking over safely and smoothly. 

You will provide essential repairs, maintenance, and servicing for a wide range of Council vehicles, plant and equipment, helping ensure our fleet operates safely, efficiently and cost-effectively. You’ll schedule and carry out regular servicing, maintain accurate service records, and provide on-the-road support when needed. Your technical expertise will be important in diagnosing mechanical, electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic issues, understanding equipment capabilities and requirements, and liaising with external contractors and suppliers when required.

Alongside your mechanical skills, you’ll need good time management and organisational skills to prioritise jobs, manage competing workloads and ensure servicing and repairs are completed within required timeframes. Basic computer skills are also essential, including the ability to use emails and enter and update information in electronic work orders, job orders and timesheets. You’ll be comfortable keeping records up to date and using these systems to support the smooth day-to-day operation of the workshop and Council fleet.

You’ll be joining a diverse and dynamic team spread across two workshops, bringing together a mix of skills, experience and years of knowledge. We’re a hardworking, practical and innovative crew who take pride in what we do. We work together, share knowledge and do what it takes to get the job done — and get it done right. 

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This position is located in Coolah, NSW - a picturesque country town nestled at the gateway to the Coolah Tops National Park, offering a blend of natural beauty, rich heritage, and genuine community warmth. Known for its friendly locals, vibrant main street, and strong agricultural roots, Coolah provides a relaxed and fulfilling lifestyle with all the essential services, quality schools, and sporting facilities close at hand. With affordable living, stunning landscapes, and a close-knit community, Coolah is an ideal place to build a rewarding career and enjoy the benefits of regional living.

Selection criteria include:

• Trade qualification as a Motor Mechanic / Heavy Vehicle Mechanic or equivalent.
• Demonstrated experience in the service, repair, and maintenance of both light and heavy vehicles, plant, and equipment.
• Current NSW Motor Vehicle Driver Licence - minimum MR required (HR strongly preferred).
• Sound knowledge of workplace health and safety requirements, safe workshop practices, and risk management.
• Ability to diagnose mechanical faults and carry out effective repairs in a timely manner.
• Record-keeping and basic computer literacy skills to update service records.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

It is a big plus if you have current Authorised Inspection Station (AIS) Examiner’s licence, experience in local government or similar operational environment, forklift licence, plant operation tickets, or other relevant qualifications. Experience working with heavy vehicles and the ability to carry out fabrication work and follow plans will also be highly regarded. 

Why join Warrumbungle Shire Council?

Warrumbungle Shire Council offers more than just a job — we provide the opportunity to build a stable, long-term career while enjoying genuine work-life balance, strong team support, and a rewarding regional lifestyle.
As part of Council, you’ll join a workplace that values professionalism, safety, collaboration, and continuous development, while supporting the essential services and infrastructure that keep our communities thriving.

Council offers a wide range of employee benefits designed to support your wellbeing, career growth, and lifestyle, including: 

• Long service leave available after 5 years
• Fortnightly RDO (9 day fortnight) 
• Paid parental and concurrent parental leave
• Generous leave provisions
• Opportunities to purchase additional leave or access deferred leave arrangements
• Ongoing training, mentoring, and professional development opportunities
• Access to thousands of free online learning courses
• Weekly pay cycle
• Salary packaging options to help maximise your take-home pay
• Flexible work arrangements where operationally suitable
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) available to employees and immediate family members
• Health and wellbeing initiatives including flu vaccinations, hearing tests and skin cancer checks 
• PPE provided

Warrumbungle Shire is strategically positioned on the Newell Highway, a short drive from Tamworth, Mudgee and Dubbo, and just over 3 hours from Newcastle, making Warrumbungle Shire a great place to live and work. Covering an area of more than 12,000km², and with a population of nearly 10,000, Warrumbungle Shire Council is one of the larger Local Government Areas in Central West NSW, home to the townships of Coonabarabran, Coolah, Dunedoo, Binnaway, Baradine and Mendooran. 

With a rich history and stunning landscapes including spectacular mountain ranges, waterfalls, ancient sandstone caves, gorges, and beautiful plains, our scenic location amongst friendly country communities provides an ideal setting for those looking to balance a country lifestyle and career. 

At Warrumbungle Shire Council we offer a broad variety of jobs with a range of benefits and career development opportunities within Local Government. The guiding principles of honesty, integrity, fairness and compassion form the spirit of the team along with respect, transparency, passion, trust and opportunity is how Warrumbungle Shire Council strengthens its working environment to deliver on the aspirations of our community. 

Council is proud to be an equal opportunity and child safe employer with a commitment to our staff, and our vision is Excellence in Local Government. 

How to apply

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Council's normal practice is to appoint at the entry salary for the grade. A higher commencing salary may be approved where an applicant can demonstrate significant directly relevant qualifications, skills and experience.

Applications will remain open until the positions are filled. 
We encourage early applications, as this role may close if a suitable candidate is found.

For enquiries, please contact our Manager Fleet Services, Michael, on 6849 2000.

Applicants should note that Criminal History Checks, as well as alcohol and drug testing, are conditions of employment.