Heavy Vehicle Mechanic

Heavy Vehicle Mechanic

•  Permanent Full Time, Monday – Friday, 76 hours per fortnight, 9-day fortnight
• 44.65 - $48.63 p/hr + Overtime (LGIA Stream C C10A&R – C7A&R $88,240 to $96,088 per year depending on qualifications and experience, inclusive of Site Allowance, Tool Allowance and 10% A&R incentive payment*)
• $3,000 attraction payment upon successful completion of probationary period
•  $500 retention payment every 6 months from successful completion of probationary period
• Location – Rockhampton

Your new role

Looking for a role that lets you clock off and be home every night? Ready to work on a diverse fleet while making a real impact in your local community?

Council is seeking a qualified Heavy Vehicle Mechanic to join our team, servicing and maintaining a broad range of equipment, from heavy earthmoving machinery and trucks to landscaping equipment and light vehicles. No two days are the same as you help keep the plant and fleet that support essential community services running safely and efficiently.

This is a fantastic opportunity to enjoy a great work-life balance, secure employment, and the satisfaction of seeing the direct impact your work has across the region.

This position requires the completion of a satisfactory Criminal History Check - Police Certificate (Australia Wide Name Only Police Check).

What we are looking for

• Trade qualified Motor Mechanic or Heavy Vehicle Mechanic (and any other tickets/certificates)
• Hands-on experience with light/heavy vehicles & civil plant
  •     Fault finding
  •    Auto electrica
  • Repairs & overhaul
  • Testing & modification
  • Tyres & servicing
• A strong safe work attitude

What you'll get in return

As an employee of Rockhampton Regional Council, you will join a diverse and innovative team of more than 1000 employees supported by good leadership, who proudly deliver services and make a difference to the lives of people living and working within the region.

• Supportive Work/Life Balance
• A large employer with a strong values driven culture
• 12% employer superannuation contribution, with the option to salary sacrifice up to an additional 6%
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Corporate membership discounts
• Payroll deductions and salary sacrifice options
• 17.5% annual leave loading
• Wages paid fortnightly
• Employee Assistance Program
• Fitness Passport and active social clubs 

What you need to do next

To apply for this opportunity, please submit two documents:

1. Cover Letter
2. Your Current resume.

Click the ‘Apply’ button to complete your online application.

Applications Close: Monday 17 August 2026 at Midnight (AEST)