WHY US:
Your chance to be part of the team that creates and maintains our infrastructure. We’re responsible for managing our habitats and surroundings, so they are beautiful - now and for the future. Bring your skills and experience, become a steward of our council environment in a modern organisation that’s making a tangible difference.
JOB DETAILS
Permanent, Full Time 36 Hours, 4 days per week Location: Liverpool Competitive Salary
JOB DESCRIPTION
The role of Mechanic is responsible for efficiently carrying out mechanical work involved in servicing and maintaining the Council’s fleet, plant, and equipment in a cost-effective and timely manner. The role is instrumental in the delivery of high-quality mechanical services on Council assets to ensure our assets continue to deliver the required levels of service delivery for our growing community. Key responsibilities include:
- Mechanical repairs and servicing across Councils diverse fleet mix.
- The diagnosis of faults, including the identification of parts and requirements to rectify.
- Providing mechanical services ‘in the field’ as a mobile mechanic.
- Conducting work in a clean, safe, and tidy operational manner; and
- Completing relevant documentation pertaining to all work conducted.
- Any other mechanical duties as could be reasonably expected within a Council Mechanical Workshop and through mobile van support.
- Undertake other duties as required
ABOUT YOU
The successful applicant will have:
- MVTC license and relevant trade certificates.
- Current HR Driver’s License (or written commitment to obtain within 6 months).
- Forklift License (or written commitment to obtain within 6 months).
- Evidence of having provided high-quality mechanical services in an operational environment.
- Experience in working remotely or without supervision.
- Experience in servicing, maintaining, and repairing trucks, light fleet vehicles, heavy plant, and machinery.
- Experience in diagnosing mechanical faults as well as identifying parts and resources required to carry out repairs.
BENEFITS OF WORKING AT LCC
- Learning and development opportunities, including ongoing support and mentoring from senior members that are invested in your personal and professional success
- 36-hour working week, across 4-day week.
- Health and wellbeing benefits including Health and Wellbeing Leave and access to our Employee Assistance Program
- Access to Fitness Passport membership
Salary will be dependent on the relevant skills, experience, and competencies of the successful applicant within the specified range above.
Liverpool City Council is committed to providing a working environment that supports all employees to reach their full potential.
To be eligible to apply for permanent positions at Liverpool City Council, you need to be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident.
We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and value diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We encourage all applicants, including First nation people, people with disability, LGBTIQ and culturally diverse communities to join Council.
All successful candidates will be required to obtain a National Police Check as part of the recruitment process and may be required to undergo a pre-employment medical check
HOW TO APPLY: Please click the '
Apply' button above. Applicants must submit a covering letter outlining your interest and how your background and experience suit this opportunity, as well as your resume.
Click here for a copy of the position description
CLOSING: 6 Febuary 2026
Be part of creating the future, for further information about the position please contact Natalie Jefferys, Talent Acquisition Partner at
jefferysn@liverpool.nsw.gov.au
For further information about the position please contact Paul Sharkey - Plant, Fleet and Mechanical Service Coordinator, on 02 8711 7015.
