Apprentice Mechanic

POSITION VACANT

Griffith is one of the most vibrant regional economies in Australia with a large export sector and mature and developing enterprises in value-added food & wine production, retail, residential and industrial development, tourism and agriculture. The city boasts a cosmopolitan lifestyle that has a young & diverse multi-cultural population with authentic cafes and the region’s renowned wine producers. Griffith City Council is proactive and energetic and passionate about creating ongoing opportunities for our growing population.

Council is seeking applications from enthusiastic motivated individuals for the following position.

APPRENTICE MECHANIC (Permanent Term appointment – 4 Years)

The apprentice mechanic will work under the direct supervision of the Workshop Team Leader and other workshop staff in maintaining and repairing Council’s fleet and small plant items. This apprenticeship is not restricted to recent school leavers but is available to anyone who is interested in a career in Motor Mechanics and who is confident of meeting the academic study requirements.

Hours of work: 38 hours per week. 

Salary and conditions: Remuneration offered will be in accordance with clause 32C wage rates of the Local Government (State) Award 2023 (depending on age).

Griffith City Council offers;   

• Location & Lifestyle
• Pro rata annual leave
• Pro rata sick leave each year
• Career Development opportunities
• Employee Health & Assistance programs
• Access to the fitness passport program
• Fantastic opportunity to gain valuable experience

Special conditions: Only those with current rights to work in Australia may apply.

Applications close: Monday 20 January 2025

For any questions about the role please contact Stephen Croxon on 1300 176 077.

Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Child Safe Organisation. We are committed to building a workplace culture that values diversity and inclusion, and welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, workers of all ages, people with disabilities, people who identify as LGBTIQIA+ and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. People with disability are encouraged to reach out so they can be supported in recruitment processes, to enable them to demonstrate their skills and capabilities to meet the requirements of the job.