- Permanent Full-Time Role
- 9 Day fortnight
- Learning & Development Opportunities
We have an exciting opportunity for a motivated Mechanical Trades Assistant to join our Fleet & Workshop Team. You will be responsible for the delivery of a variety of tasks associated with the maintenance, servicing and repair of Council’s vehicles, plant and equipment. If you take pride in your work, have mechanical aptitude and some experience in a similar field, then we would love to hear from you!
Working with us:
At The Hills Shire Council, we live our values of Honesty, Integrity, Loyalty, Leadership and Safety through the work that we perform for the Community. We are committed to an inclusive, diverse and supportive workplace culture where our people and customers feel respected and valued. Council also prides itself on being a Child Safe Organisation that is committed to promoting the health, safety, welfare and wellbeing of children and young people in our community.
What this role looks like:
• To assist with the service, maintenance, and repair of Council and RFS vehicles, plant and equipment including inspections, testing, diagnosis, and fault finding.
• To carry out minor maintenance, change/replace wheels and tyres
• Follow Council and RFS mechanical works schedules with respect to maintenance and safety inspections.
• Assist with keeping accurate NHVR records, for audits and compliance.
• Driving and operating trucks and trailers, vehicles, plant and machinery
• Minor welding and fabrication work.
• Ensure compliance with National Heavy Vehicle Law and Chain of Responsibility legislation.
• Working on location – Gibbon Road, Winston Hills
What are we seeking in our new team member:
1. Holds a current HR or HC driver’s licence, or willing to obtain.
2. Relevant experience and knowledge in the maintenance and operations of Light and/or Heavy vehicles, Earthmoving plant, Small Plant & equipment.
3. Automotive trade background or equivalent knowledge and experience, desirable.
4. Holds a current High Risk Forklift Licence
5. Has a White Card – General Construction Induction
Benefits of working with us:
Competitive rates of pay up to $69K per annum (excluding superannuation), paid weekly, 9 day fortnight, paid training to keep your skills up to date, opportunity for bonus payments, discounted membership to Fitness Passport and Waves Fitness & Aquatics Centre, free on-site undercover parking, and an active Social Club.
Next steps:
Please review the Position Description available on Council’s Careers Page, Careers at Council and submit your application online by 5pm on 20 January 2026. As applications will be assessed upon receipt, early submission is encouraged and you may be contacted prior to the closing date.
People with disabilities, who meet the selection criteria, are encouraged to apply. If you require any reasonable adjustments to be made or if you need any other assistance with submitting your application, please feel free to contact the HR team at hr@thehills.nsw.gov.au
Offers of employment will be subject to following pre-employment checks: Psychometric Testing, Reference Checks, Identity Check, Medical checks (including Drug and Alcohol Screening), Working with Children (where applicable), and Criminal History. We assess applications on merit and suitability related to the inherent requirements of the position. Only people with the right to work in Australia may apply for this position.
