Lead the delivery of essential mechanical maintenance services that keep our Water and Wastewater infrastructure operating safely and efficiently. In this senior role, you will coordinate and support a team of mechanical tradespeople, oversee preventive and corrective maintenance programs, and manage specialised contractors across a diverse range of critical assets. Your leadership will help ensure reliable service delivery, regulatory compliance, and the long-term performance of Council's mechanical infrastructure.
About the role:
- Lead and support a team of mechanical tradespeople, apprentices and support staff to deliver maintenance and repair activities across Council’s water and wastewater assets.
- Coordinate daily work programs, allocate tasks and provide hands‑on technical guidance to ensure work is completed safely, efficiently and to a high standard.
- Carry out preventive maintenance, fault finding and corrective repairs on pumps, mechanical equipment, treatment plant infrastructure and associated systems.
- Promote and maintain a strong safety culture by working closely with field staff to ensure safe work practices are followed at all times.
- Respond to mechanical breakdowns and equipment failures, providing technical expertise to minimise disruptions to water and wastewater services.
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of mechanical operations by identifying opportunities to improve processes, reliability and service delivery.
- Participate in a 24-hour on-call roster and provide emergency response support for critical water and wastewater infrastructure when required.
What’s on offer:
- a permanent, full time position
- a base salary ranging from $87,689 per annum with competency-based increments up to $103,869 per annum, plus 12% super
- 76-hour, 9 day fortnight
- Commuter Use Vehicle (Operational Vehicle) - Use of Council vehicle allocated to designated positions outside working hours - no private use permitted
- training and development opportunities
- flexible work options for a healthy work/life balance
- generous employment conditions (we have too many to list)
We are seeking:
- A qualified mechanical tradesperson with relevant trade certification and experience maintaining and repairing mechanical equipment and assets.
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to coordinate, support and mentor field-based staff.
- Experience in fault-finding, pump and mechanical system maintenance, and responding to operational issues in a practical and timely manner.
- A commitment to workplace health and safety, supported by strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a range of stakeholders.
- Experience using maintenance management systems and digital tools, with a willingness to participate in an on-call roster and hold a current driver licence (LR, MR or equivalent).
About us:
- Located on the picturesque far North Coast of NSW, bordering the Gold Coast.
- The Tweed is a vibrant, diverse location offering a lifestyle near the water, ina rainforest or on a farm.
- Tweed Shire Council is committed to employment equity and diversity and encourages applications from people of all ages, abilities and backgrounds in both traditional and non-traditional roles. We provide workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options.
- Join an . Professionals Australia (Local Government Engineers’ Association) has named Council the 2021 and 2025 Employer of Choice for our great employment practices within NSW local government.
Where it's located:
This position is based in Chinderah and can be directed to work from any Council work site.
Position closes:
Friday 06 November 2026at12 noon sharp(NSW time). Late applications will not be permitted.
Pre-Employment Screening:
Tweed Shire Council conducts pre-employment assessments as part of its recruitment process.
Job offers are not made until screening has been completed. Tweed Shire Council uses third‑party providers to undertake:
- Pre‑employment medical – some roles require a functional (physical) assessment, and all positions are subject to drug and alcohol screening (a positive test result means the recruitment process ends and your application will not be considered).
- Background screening – verifies that the information you have provided throughout the recruitment process is true and correct.
Reference Checks are undertaken by the panel. Your 2 referees should ideally be your current and most recent supervisors.Your referees are not contacted unless you’ve been interviewed and are a preferred candidate.
Immunisations:
This position is identified as at risk of contracting vaccine‑preventable/manageable diseases and as a consequence impacted employees are strongly recommended to participate in Council’s workplace vaccination programme.
Thinking of relocating?
Eligible applicants can access the Welcome Experience, a free NSW Government service designed to support workers and their families as they move to regional NSW.
SK97188A
OFFICE USE ONLY
Unit
Water & Wastewater - Operations
Job Grade
JG6
Industry
Water & Wastewater - Operations
Employment Type
Full Time
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Senior Mechanical in Chinderah employer: Council Jobs
Diamantina Shire Council is an exceptional employer that values its employees by fostering a supportive work culture and providing opportunities for professional growth within the Infrastructure Services team. Located in a vibrant community, the council offers competitive benefits, a commitment to safety, and the chance to make a meaningful impact through quality maintenance of local facilities and infrastructure. Join us to be part of a dedicated team that prioritises customer service and continuous improvement.
