Full-time, permanent position
Band 4 Salary – circa $85K, plus 12% Superannuation
Fortnightly RDO
Based in Doncaster East, Victoria

Manningham City Council are currently seeking a skilled and motivated Diesel Mechanic to conduct high‑quality servicing, maintenance and repairs on a diverse fleet of vehicles, plant and equipment. From trucks and tractors to mowers and small plant, no two days in this role look the same.

At Manningham, we have a positive and friendly working environment and are committed to fostering a customer focused, delivery led culture.

We offer our employees a range of benefits including flexible work options, opportunities for career development, health and wellbeing initiatives, and an active Social Club.We’re constantly transforming our organisation to best support the needs of our local community.

About the role

You’ll work in a well‑equipped council workshop alongside a supportive team of Workshop Mechanics, contributing to a safe, efficient and customer‑focused service for our organisation and the Manningham community.

You’ll have the opportunity to take ownership of your work and have your ideas heard. We’ll appreciate your contribution and hard work. And together, we’ll balance what's important to you and your lifestyle.

Key Duties:

Perform safe, effective and efficient mechanical repairs, servicing and maintenance.
Diagnose faults across a wide range of vehicles, plant and equipment.
Assist with fabrication and minor welding repairs.
Conduct daily pre-start checks and report issues promptly.
Maintain detailed records of each job including all parts and materials.
Use workshop systems to complete work orders, timesheets and parts bookings.
Maintain workshop equipment and uphold strong safety standards
Build positive relationships with drivers, operators and internal customers.

About you

You’re a trade-qualified mechanic with experience across light and heavy vehicles, and ideally agricultural or construction equipment. You take pride in your workmanship, communicate well, and enjoy being part of a team that supports each other.

Key Requirements:

Mechanical trade qualification
Experience with trucks, machinery and late‑model vehicles
Strong diagnostic skills, including use of scan tools
Competence with small engines (2‑stroke & 4‑stroke)
Experience working with hydraulics preferred
Current Forklift licence
Current Victorian driver’s license (truck license preferred)

Position Description can be viewed below or is available on the job advertisement on the Manningham careers’ section:Job Vacancies

How to Apply

Click APPLY to submit your up-to-date CV. For a confidential discussion please contact Con Efthymiou, Workshop Team Leader on (03) 9846 0553.

For all other enquiries regarding the recruitment process, please email HR@manningham.vic.gov.au or visit http://www.manningham.vic.gov.au/work-for-us

Applications close on Monday 16 February 2026 at 11:00pm

Council recognises the benefits of a diverse workforce for its employees and customers.

To ensure equity of access to employment opportunities, Council encourages applications from underrepresented groups including people who are from an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background, people from different ages, abilities, gender identities, sexual orientation and cultural backgrounds.

Manningham Council have a number of policies and practices to help support our staff, including a Working from Home policy, flexible work practices and an IT infrastructure to support various communication methods when working remotely.

If you require any additional support or adjustments regarding interview arrangements, please advise the contact listed above in advance.

Manningham Council is a child safe organisation and, as such, applicants may be required to hold a Working with Children Check.

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