Mechanic

MECHANIC – Fixed Term Contract

Why Work With Us - Rural City of Murray Bridge

Join one of South Australia’s fastest-growing council areas and take the next step in your career with the Rural City of Murray Bridge. Here you’ll grow professionally in a supportive, friendly and collaborative workplace that values your contribution and invests in your success.

We are a Growing, Thriving and Strong region with the vision and ambition to deliver great outcomes for our community. Our work is purposeful and people-focused, from shaping vibrant public spaces to delivering services that make a real difference. Located just 75 kilometres from Adelaide in the picturesque Murraylands, our rural city blends community charm with rapidly growing urban areas. The Murray River is at our heart, surrounded by scenic reserves, walking trails and attractions such as Monarto Safari Park. We’re an easy commute from Adelaide and close to the Fleurieu Peninsula and Barossa Valley, offering something for everyone.

Murray Bridge is a significant growth area with strong employment prospects and exciting development ahead. Our revitalisation of public spaces has transformed the city and strengthened community pride, and we are committed to building on this momentum for the future.

We are seeking a Mechanic to join our team and they will play a critical role ensuring a range of plant and fleet is available to maintain our public roads and public spaces.

Position Overview

An exciting opportunity exists for a qualified Mechanic to join the Council Depot team. Working closely with the Coordinator Plant and Fleet, you will undertake a diverse range of maintenance and servicing activities across Council’s plant and fleet assets. In this role, you will be responsible for delivering safe, timely and cost-effective maintenance and repairs to ensure the reliability and availability of plant and equipment supporting our Civil and Open Space teams.

Key Responsibilities

Responsibilities of the position include:

-       Sustaining the operational integrity of Council’s plant and equipment

-       Offer guidance and assistance to plant operators regarding proper maintenance and operating protocols

-       Working safely and effectively to achieve goals in line with planned fleet maintenance schedules

About You

To be successful in this role you will have:

-       Trade qualification (Motor Mechanic)

-       HR driver’s licence

-       Experience maintaining motors, hydraulic systems, transmission and auto electrical systems

-       Experience diagnosing faults

What We Offer

·         Recognition and appreciation for your proactive and people-centric approach.

·         Growth and professional development opportunities.

·         Workplace policies that are family friendly and flexible.

·         A progressive and rewarding environment with a supportive team.

·         24/7 Income Protection.

·         Regular health and skin cancer checks.

·         Employee Assistance Program.

·         Fitness Passport – discounted membership, providing access to 70+ fitness facilities for you and your family.

·         9 Day Fortnight with RDO.

The position is offered as a full-time, fixed term contract, concluding 26 April 2027, in accordance with the Local Government Employees Award and Council’s current Enterprise Agreement within an annual salary range of $85,840.04 to $87,758.84 dependent upon skills, knowledge and experience.

How to Apply

A detailed position description for this role can be located at https://www.murraybridge.sa.gov.au/

If you have any questions regarding this opportunity, please contact Scott Rathjen, Coordinator Plant and Fleet by emailing [email protected]

The Rural City of Murray Bridge is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from people of all identities and experiences, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, and people from culturally diverse communities.

All applications must be submitted by 5pm, Monday 14 September 2026 via SEEK and include a current resume with two referees, and a supporting cover letter of no more than 2 pages outlining your experience, skills and knowledge in accordance with the position description. Early application is encouraged.

If you believe you are the right fit for this role, then we would love to hear from you!