Department:Infrastructure Services

Reports to:Supervisor Workshops

Salary Range:$71,647 - $83,265 + 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 qualified mechanics to join our team — people who know their way around engines and enjoy a bit of variety in their day.

You’ll be working on everything from utes and tractors to graders, garbage trucks and beyond – if it’s got wheels (or tracks), you’ll probably get to work on it. 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 and equipment and will play a crucial role in ensuring that our fleet operates efficiently, safely, and cost-effectively, contributing to the successful delivery of community services and ensuring our fleet meets Council and industry standards. You will schedule and perform regular servicing, manage service records, and provide on-the-road support when needed. Your technical expertise will be crucial in diagnosing mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic issues, as well as advising on plant specifications and liaising with external contractors and sales teams when needed.

We have positions available in Coolah (permanent full time) and Coonabarabran (full time Term Contract up to 2 years).

Please click here to view the position description.

Coolah and Coonabarabran are two vibrant rural towns in the beautiful Warrumbungle region of NSW, offering a high quality of life, welcoming communities, and stunning natural surroundings. Whether you prefer Coolah’s charming village atmosphere at the gateway to Coolah Tops National Park or Coonabarabran’s dynamic blend of science, culture, and access to the Warrumbungle National Park, both towns provide affordable living, excellent schools, and a relaxed country lifestyle. With strong community support, diverse local amenities, and plenty of outdoor recreation opportunities, either location offers an ideal setting to live, work, and thrive in regional NSW.

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 class desirable).
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 and a HR or HC driver’s licence. Experience working with heavy vehicles and the ability to carry out fabrication work and follow plans will also be highly regarded.

Benefits of working for Council

Council is committed to creating a positive working environment and offer a range of benefits for staff, including

Great leave opportunities
- Long service leave after 5 years
- 1 RDO every 2 weeks
- Paid parental and concurrent parental leave
- Carer’s leave
- 3 weeks sick leave per year including up to 2 days health and wellbeing leave each year
- Purchase additional leave or cash out leave
- Deferred leave scheme – eg work three years at 75% of your pay and have the following year off at 75% of your pay!
Support for training and professional development
- Formal training opportunities
- Access to thousands of free online training courses
Weekly pay cycle
Mobile phone allowance available if you bring your own device
Salary Packaging options to maximise your take-home pay
Hybrid work and flexible hours by agreement and subject to role requirements
Wellness – we want you to be at your best self so you and your immediate family members have access to our employee assistance program with TELUS Health One
Free annual flu vaccinations and bi-annual skin cancer checks available
PPE provided

About Warrumbungle Shire Council

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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You will receive an email acknowledgement to confirm receipt of your application. You will receive email notifications regarding the status of your application.It is important that you regularly check your email to ensure you do not miss any notifications from Council.It is also recommended that you check your spam or junk folder and consider adding careers@warrumbungle.nsw.gov.au to your email address book to ensure you do not miss any correspondence in regard to your application.

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 Human Resources on 6849 2000.

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

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