Apprentice Heavy Vehicle Mechanic (2nd or 3rd Year)

About us

Dungog Shire Council supports a growing rural community of almost 10,000 residents in the vibrant and picturesque Hunter region of NSW. We are committed to ensuring the ongoing and consistent delivery of local services that are valued by our community and will be for generations to come.

It is anticipated that our population will grow by 1.9% per annum over the next 20 years as per the Hunter Regional Plan, higher than the state growth average. With an additional 2,400 dwellings to be provided over the term of the Hunter Regional Plan, Dungog will be the second fastest growing LGA in the Hunter Region.

Dungog is ideally located just over an hour north of Newcastle and within close proximity to a range of other regional hubs in the Hunter Valley, such as Maitland and Raymond Terrace. We have an enviable lifestyle with easy access to World Heritage listed sites, such as Barrington Tops National Park.

Your next opportunity

We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic person to join Dungog Shire Council as an Apprentice Heavy Vehicle Mechanic. You will apply the necessary skills to assist with the provision of quality mechanical repairs and general maintenance of Council’s fleet of earthmoving plant, vehicles, and various small plant items as directed. Preferably you will be in your 2nd or 3rd year of studying a Certificate III in Heavy Commercial Vehicle Mechanical Technology as a mechanic, however we will consider other applications.  You will be committed to completing your apprenticeship training course and achieving your Cert III. This is fixed-term opportunity of up to 2.5 years dependent on your apprenticeship stage.

Essential selection criteria include (full criteria in the Position Description below):   

• Completion of a Record of School Achievement (RoSA) or equivalent
• Proven interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
• Demonstrated commitment to completing TAFE Certificate III in Heavy Commercial Vehicle Mechanical Technology
• Must be able to work with diesel, petrol and automotive/plant products
• Class C Driver Licence

Be rewarded

This position is being offered on a temporary, full-time basis with the opportunity to work a 38-hour, 4-day working week.

The salary is paid in accordance with the Local Government (State) Award and Council’s Salary Policy in accordance with the age and experience of the apprentice.

Other Council benefits:

• 3 weeks annual sick leave
• Access to Long Service Leave after 5 years rather than 10
• Access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Ongoing opportunities for professional development: We have annual assessments for all Council employees to put plans in place for training and career progression so that you can broaden your horizons during your time with us

How to apply

Thank you for your interest in working with Dungog Shire Council.

You can apply now using our simple online application form. You are able to start an application and complete it at a time that suits you by selecting the Save For Later button.

To submit your application, please follow the below steps:

1. Fill out the required personal details and online questions below
2. Attach the requested documents (e.g. resume, cover letter, qualifications, licences)
3. Review your application and select Confirm

What happens next?

You will receive an automated acknowledgement email once you have submitted your application. We will be in touch once we have reviewed your application. Please note that Council reserves the right to review applications before the close date, so we recommend you apply as soon as possible if you are interested in this position.

Please be aware that Council is required to complete pre-employment checks on recommended candidates prior to an offer of employment. These may include: reference checks, a pre-employment medical assessment, a criminal history check and/or a psychometric assessment.

For further information, please contact: Michael Lancaster, Plant and Workshop Supervisor on (02) 4995 7777

Applications close: Wednesday 23 October 2024 at 11:59 PM AEST

Click here to view the Position Description