Senior Operations Technician - Mechanic

Mechanic - SOT – Fleet Maintenance

• Work locally and enjoy a 9-day fortnight, great working hours and outstanding leave conditions

• Full-time permanent position, up to $1576 per week plus 12% superannuation

• The role will be span across both our Bexley and Botany workshops

About the role:

Based at Council’s Bexley and Botany Depot, this role performs fault diagnoses and plant, vehicle and equipment servicing and repairs to ensure that Council’s plant fleet is safe, fit for purpose and operating at optimum efficiency.

This role works within our team of Mechanics who are fortunate enough to work across the broad range of vehicles and equipment Bayside Council owns and operates.

No two days are the same as you will service everything from whipper snippers to passenger vehicles to large mechanical sweeper trucks.

About you:

• Qualified and Licenced Mechanic – preferably heavy vehicle.

• Ability to fault find and repair hydraulic, diesel and electrical components.

• SafeWork NSW white card (general construction induction card).

• Proven team player with a “can do” attitude.

• MR / HR Drivers’ Licence preferred or willingness to obtain.

Our benefits:

• 3 extra days off during Christmas each year

• 10 days sick leave each year

• 5 days MyLeave allowing flexible personal leave each year

• Generous parental leave entitlements for both parents

• Additional parental leave entitlements for both parents

• Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Access to Fitness Passport

• Annual skin checks & flu vaccinations 

Apply

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Closing date: Monday, 14 September 2026

Salary Range: From $73,423 - $82,234 pa + 12% superannuation

Applicants may be required to satisfactorily undertake a Criminal History Check, Medical and/or Working with Children check in accordance with the position.

Bayside Council is proud to be both an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Child-Safe Organisation. We are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and safe workplace where all individuals regardless of background, experience, or identity, feel valued and respected. We also recognise the rights of children and young people to feel safe when accessing Council services, and we strive to maintain an environment that promotes their safety and wellbeing. All hiring decisions are based solely on individual merit and alignment with requirements of the role. Applicants can request a reasonable adjustment at any stage during the recruitment process by getting in touch with our Talent Acquisition team to discuss their needs in confidence.