Maintenance Mechanic

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Maintenance Mechanic to play a vital role in maintaining Council’s fleet, plant and equipment. This position is essential to ensuring optimal reliability, safety, and availability across our operations, supporting efficient service delivery to internal teams and the broader community.

As a Maintenance Mechanic, you will be responsible for diagnosing, servicing, repairing, and inspecting a diverse range of fleet and plant equipment. Working both independently and as part of a small team, you will contribute to minimising downtime while maintaining a strong focus on safety, compliance, and continuous improvement.

What you’ll bring:

To be successful in this role, you will:

• Trade qualification as a Motor Mechanic with diesel experience desirable
• Minimum 5 years post-trade experience in a mechanical role with proven hands-on expertise
• Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word
• Strong understanding of Workplace Health and Safety (WHS) practices, including Safe Work Method Statements (SWMS) and Safe Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, demonstrating leadership and mentoring capabilities
• Commitment to delivering high-quality service with a community focus
• Class C car license
• White Card
• Class LF forklift licence

Desirable

• Class MR Medium Rigid truck license
• Heavy Rigid Licence (or the ability to attain)
• Knowledge of asset management systems (fleet)
• Knowledge and understanding of invoice checking and processing procedures
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in welding fabrication processes.

 Position details:

• Permanent, full time 76 hours fortnight
• Annual salary: $77,625

For further information on this position, contact Brendan Morrisby, Acting Fleet, Workshop & Stores Supervisor on (03) •••• •800.

What’s in it for you:

• Glenorchy City Council is an Employer of Choice, providing a great work culture and a solid commitment to diversity and inclusion
• Enjoy a regular rostered day off every fortnight (full‑time roles only)
• 15% Superannuation
• annual salary increases
• a motivated team that supports each other, values innovation, celebrates its success and has a bit of fun along the way
• ongoing training and career development 
• access to a range of employee wellbeing initiatives including EAP
• Glenorchy City Council's Enterprise Agreement 2025

Our commitment to community:

Council is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the community we serve.  We are also committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people and have zero tolerance to child abuse and harm. Our Safeguarding Children and Young People Policy, outlines our commitment – view it here.

How to apply: Applications for this position must be lodged on this site or on the Glenorchy City Council website www.gcc.tas.gov.au - Careers page. 

To be considered for this role, all applicants must include:

• Cover letter detailing your experience
•  A current Résumé
•  Copy of your drivers licence, white card and Class LF forklift licence
• A national Police check, health assessment and reference checks will be requested and organised by Council prior to employment.

Applications close at 8pm on Sunday 21 June 2026

 

• Position Description - Maintenance Mechanic