Senior Mechanic

Senior Mechanic

This is an on island position.

The Mornington Shire Council is a Local Government Authority providing range of services to the twenty-three islands of the Wellesley Group located 125kms north-west of Burketown, 200kms west of Karumba and 444kms from Mount Isa, in the southern section of the Gulf of Carpentaria, residing within the State of Queensland. The island is 2.5 hours flight from Cairns.

Mornington Shire Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The Role:
The primary role of this position is to supervise operating mechanics involved in the repair and maintenance of all fixed and mobile plant and equipment owned and operated by Council and residents are maintained in a safe, cost effective and operational manner. This position will be responsible for ensuring that services, repairs and maintenance are carried out in a safe and efficient manner and that all plant and equipment and safe and fit for operational purposes. This position will be responsible for conducting routine and scheduled maintenance as well as conducting repairs as required on breakdowns, both in the workshop and on site.

General Responsibilities (but not limited to):

The vehicle mechanic will carry out repairs of vehicles, small plant and equipment for Council’s Fleet. The mechanic will carry out servicing on Council vehicles, investigate and conduct diagnostic repairs as required on a daily basis. The mechanic may be required to undertake other duties as directed by the Workshop Manager.

The successful applicant will need to possess a Trade Certificate in Automotive Engineering or similar qualification and a minimum of 3 - 5 years industry experience.

An attractive remuneration package based on experience, skills, and qualifications is on offer:

• Superannuation
• 6 weeks holiday
• 15 days personal leave
• 2 return flights per year + 2 negotiated return flights per year
• Tools Provided
• Subsidized accommodation will be provided.

This is a full-time, permanent position subject to 6 months’ probation. This recruitment is ongoing until filled.

Should you have any questions or would like a full copy of a Position Description, please contact [email protected] or [email protected]

Applicants from the community of Mornington Island are highly encouraged to apply. MSC is an equal opportunity employer.