Join our dedicated team at Glenorchy City Council as a Maintenance Mechanic responsible for servicing, maintaining, and supporting Council’s plant and equipment. Working within a small, skilled team, you will help ensure operational efficiency while upholding the highest standards of workplace safety and compliance.

About The Role

As the Maintenance Mechanic, you will:

Schedule and prioritise maintenance work to minimise equipment downtimePerform offsite inspections and respond to breakdowns promptlyDiagnose and repair faults in plant and equipmentDeliver fuel to offsite machinery and maintain clean, safe work areasCreate and update work orders and service recordsCommission new fleet, plant, and equipment for service and decommission old assets for disposalConduct familiarisation sessions for staff on fleet and equipmentSupervise team members and contractors on site, providing mentoring and supportCollaborate with Council staff to share knowledge and foster a cooperative work environmentEnsure all tasks comply with Council procedures, WHS policies, and strategic goals

About You

You’ll bring:

Minimum 3 years post-trade experience in a mechanical role with proven hands-on expertiseProficient in Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and WordStrong 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 capabilitiesCommitment to delivering high-quality service with a community focus

Essential

Mechanical trade qualificationClass C car licenseWhite CardClass LF forklift licence

Desirable

Class MR Medium Rigid truck license

Position Details

Full-time (76 hours fortnight)9 day fortnight because life happens outside of work tooFlexible work arrangementsAnnual salary increasesGreat training and development opportunities15% superannuationLocated just 15 minutes from the Hobart CBDGlenorchy 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

To be considered, applications must be submitted via this site or on the Glenorchy City Council Careers page.

Your Application Must Include

a cover letter addressing how your skills and experience relate to the Position Descriptiona current resume

Pre-employment checks including a national Police check, working with vulnerable people, health assessment and reference checks will be requested and organised by Council prior to finalising employment.

Applications close at 8pm on Sunday 26 October 2025

Up for a chat about this opportunity, contact Lee Evans on (03) 6216 6800

Come and join Glenorchy City Council - where you and your ideas matter. Apply today!