Tradesperson Mechanic

Council has a career opportunity working within our Infrastructure Garage team as a permanent full-time Mechanic.

Reporting directly to the Plant & Fleet Coordinator, you will support Broken Hill City Council in delivering valued services to the community. The role will conduct mechanical duties for light and heavy vehicle and plant to ensure Council’s transport fleet, plant and associated equipment are maintained to a safe, efficient and serviceable condition.

We are looking for a skilled mechanic with trade qualifications and recent experience in light and heavy vehicles and plant. You should display strong administrative and computer abilities, as well as excellent communication skills. The ideal candidate will demonstrate the capacity to efficiently manage their tasks and adopt a proactive attitude towards their work and responsibilities.

The city of Broken Hill is home to a very inclusive community and at Broken Hill City Council we welcome you to join our team moving forward and enjoy the career success you hope for. 

The successful candidate will possess and demonstrate the following:

• Understand all Council staff are one team working towards a shared purpose
• A ‘can do’ attitude focused on delivering outcomes
• Commitment to a strong values culture and a preparedness to ‘Play your Role’
• Commitment to a safe and healthy workplace
• Commitment to continuous improvement and embracing change

Benefits working for Council include:

• Generous Award Conditions including 5 weeks Annual leave
• Paid Long Service leave after 5 years continuous service
• Fortnightly Rostered Day Off 
• Health and Wellbeing initiatives (i.e. flu vaccinations, skin checks, etc.)
• Employee growth and development opportunities
• Salary packaging options
• Social Clubs

Appointment will be subject to:

• Pre-employment Medical
• National Police and Background Check
• Reference Checks

Job reference: BHCC-GAR-02

Please click on link to Mechanic position description

Any questions about the role can be directed to Sean Fargher, Plant & Fleet Coordinator on (08) 80803382.

To apply for this role, Click Apply and provide Council with a two-page (max.) cover letter that focuses on how you meet the essential requirements of the role (refer to Position Description) and upload an up to date resume with at least two current work related referees.

Applications close Friday 2 October 2026 at 5pm (ACST)

Broken Hill City Council promotes a workplace that actively seeks to include, welcome and value the unique contributions of all people. People from Indigenous backgrounds, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

If you require any adjustments to assist you with your application or would like to discuss the position further, please contact Council’s People & Culture Department on (08) 8080 3346 or 8080 3347.

Please note that the selection process can commence before the closing date and that the preferred candidate can be selected based on application and referee checks only.