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Workshop Team Leader - Rylstone

Mid-Western Regional Council
$6,848 - $7,708 a month
New South Wales
Full time
June 22, 2025

WORKSHOP TEAM LEADER


Are you a qualified Heavy Vehicle Mechanic looking for career progression while balancing lifestyle and not doing shift work? Join our Workshop team in an award-winning local government organisation.


What we are looking for

You will be able to work independently and lead a team.

This is an exciting opportunity to work with an ever-changing dynamic team within the Mid-Western Regional Council.

This role is full-time, based on site in Rylstone, with the requirement to work in Mudgee as necessary (i.e. during periods of leave; workload requirements; staff meetings etc).

The salary range being offered for this full-time position is $3,424.40- $3,854.20 gross per fortnight plus superannuation which equates to an annual salary of $89,034- $100,209 gross plus superannuation (dependent on skills, qualifications and experience).

Key Accountabilities

Asset Maintenance

  • Ensure the day to day operation of the Fleet Workshop and repairs and infield servicing is undertaken effectively and safely.
  • Ensure that the schedule of annual RTA inspections and RFS servicing is undertaken given consideration to WHS issues, operational needs and maintenance requirements.
  • To achieve scheduled servicing requirements, repairs and maintenance to Council plant, vehicles and equipment in accordance with manufacturer's specifications, industry standards and safe work method statements.
  • Apply problem solving techniques by applying standards, established practices and procedures, or operating instructions.
  • Attend after-hours call out duty (on-call roster) / overtime when required.
  • Participate and contribute to an effective and productive team.
  • To provide support to other Council workshop locations as directed
  • Provide technical support to all team members as required
  • Be responsible for the proper care and operations of any plant or machinery placed under the responsibility of, or allocated for repair to, the position holder.
  • Ensure that high quality standards of workmanship are maintained.

Workshop Administration and Communication

  • Leadership and supervision of small teams of tradesmen and/or contractors and/or apprentices performing workshop related tasks.
  • Ensure on the job training of apprentice plant mechanics to assist their understanding and development and to facilitate their achievement of trade qualifications.
  • Provide information to Fleet Coordinator and/or Fleet Admin on the progress of work tasks to ensure a high level of service, limited downtime and maintaining quality assurance.
  • Complete relevant paperwork and provide input into the Fleet Management Software and other workshop databases.
  • Model behaviours that reinforce open and honest communication with stakeholders and peers.
  • Project and promote the image of Council as being efficient, courteous and customer-based focus.
  • Conduct staff performance appraisals and address any performance issues effectively and in a timely manner.
  • To actively promote and demonstrate the core values and behavioural requirements of the Workplace Environment Statement.

About Mudgee:

The Mudgee Region is blessed with outstanding tourist delights, investment opportunities and lifestyle attractions, all just 3.5 hours from Sydney. Add to this breathtaking natural beauty, fine wine, locally grown produce and a real community with heart and soul; it’s a perfect lifestyle envied by others. What’s more, Mudgee has been named the top NSW tourism town – two years running!

What is next -

Applications close on 9 July 2025 at 11:59pm . Interviews may be conducted with suitable candidates before the closing date, and the position may close earlier if a suitable candidate is found.

Further information can be obtained from:

Scott Clarkson, Workshop & Fleet Coordinator (02) 6378 2903

Kim Stanton, HR Specialist (02) 6378 2943

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