Mechanic Diesel Fitter Vrn 46/24

Award Classification: Engineering C10 - C7
Employment Conditions:
Queensland Local Government Industry (Stream C) Award – State
2017
Department / Branch: Engineering / Asset Management
Principal Location: Council Depot, Hughenden
Reports to: Workshop Leading Hand (or as directed)
Direct Reports: Nil
Flinders Shire
Our Vision: Flinders Shire – a place of discovery, opportunity and lifestyle
Our Mission: To promote quality of life through leadership, attitude and respect
Our Values:
A Caring Philosophy Pursuit of Excellence Teamwork Local Ownership Communication Leadership Recognition Position Objective
The Mechanic / Diesel Fitter is responsible for maintenance, proactive and reactive across Council's light and heavy plant/fleet.

As a representative of Council, demonstrated professionalism and a commitment to a high level of service and continuous improvement in the best interest of Council and the Community are essential.

Key Responsibilities
Maintenance and Repairs
Completing daily work schedules and assigned activities to the highest possible standard Undertaking repairs/maintenance of plant/fleet including fabricating, installation of products and welding as qualified Undertake and complete programmed inspections as aligned to Council fleet management plans including maintaining service records and job costing allocations Liaise with supervisor on warranty issues/claims, advising on fit for purpose parts for repairs and ordering/maintaining stock on hand to decrease down time Ensure daily checks of plant/fleet being personally operated/utilised are completed and advising of repairs/maintenance requirements Maintain safe and effective housekeeping practices to ensure cleanliness and safety of both plant and the workshop Undertake administrative and operational activities as directed Provide high level of customer service on behalf of Council ensuring a positive reflection with members of the public Develop and maintain positive communications between Council departments and teams including participation in team/Council meetings Sharing of knowledge and skills between team members Completion of paperwork and submitted on time including accurate timesheets with job costing codes and health and safety related items General
Consistently complete allocated tasks to a high standard and within agreed timeframes Undertake other tasks up to and including your competency and level Actively promote the values of the organisation to staff Actively participate in identifying, recommending, developing and implementing measures through which allocated tasks and responsibilities may be carried out more effectively and efficiently Administration
Ensure general administration and records management requirements are being met Provide courteous and professional customer service to internal and external customers and conduct all transactions in an ethical and efficient manner Contribute positively to a supportive team-based work environment and participate in team meetings and training sessions as required Ensure that requests are acted on and reported upon in accordance with Council Policy Keep your supervisor/manager appropriately and adequately informed on the current state of activities relevant to your role Maintain a personal time management system to ensure deadlines are met Organisational Continuous Improvement & Quality Management
Willingness and ability to adapt to challenge and opportunities Willingness and ability to set the example and live the values Willingness and ability to advocate a positive and constructive organisational culture Willingness to accept responsibility for your own actions and decisions, and to be held accountable for such Willingness and ability to integrate the competing demands of work, home, community and self Corporate Responsibilities
All employees are bound by the Queensland Local Government Act 2009 to act with integrity, and in a way that shows proper concern for the public interest.
All employees are responsible for acting in accordance with the Flinders Shire Council Code of Conduct and other relevant policies, procedures and protocols as may be applicable to the role.

Workplace Health & Safety
All workers have a duty to familiarise themselves with and comply with statutory and Flinders Shire Council Work Health and Safety (WH&S) requirements.

Take reasonable care for his or her own health and safety.
Take reasonable care that his or her acts or omissions do not adversely affect the health and safety of other persons.
Comply, so far as the worker is reasonably able, with any reasonable instruction given by the person in control of the business or undertaking (PCBU).
Cooperate with any reasonable Policy or Procedure of the PCBU relating to health or safety at the workplace.
Participate in the consultation and communication processes as prescribed in the Consultation, Cooperation and Coordination Code of Practice 2021 .
Other Requirements
This position operates from Council's Administration Office in Hughenden, however, may be required to travel within the Local Government Area and work outside of standard business hours to meet the requirements of the role.
Travel (including outside of normal hours) to attend training may be required.
The incumbent must be: Prepared to work flexible hours to meet the requirements of the position.
Willing to obtain a 'Suitability Card' to enable the incumbent to work with or supervise people less than eighteen (18) years of age if required.
Medically fit and physically capable to meet requirements of the position.
Prepared, if required, to undertake a medical assessment by Council's medical practitioner.
Prepared, if required, for Council to undertake a Criminal History Check.
Organisational Relationships and Delegations
Internal: Engineering Services Team and other portfolios across Council
External: General public, government departments, contractors, suppliers and community groups
Delegations: The Mechanic/Diesel Fitter works under limited direction, has the skills to manage time and organisational priorities.

Selection Criteria
Essential
Trade qualifications, or Tradesperson's Rights Certificate, as appropriate to the role.
Demonstrated experience within a mechanical/diesel fitter role, preferably within heavy vehicle/plant industry.
Demonstrated commitment to excellent customer service to both internal and external clients with strong focus on outcomes/results.
Ability to work within a team, share knowledge and experience and meet deadlines.
Sound knowledge of completing accurate paperwork such as job cards, timesheets and pre starts, or ability and reasonable written/verbal skills to follow directions.
Current C Class driver's licence with good driving history and willingness to provide driving history if/when required.
Where required, stay in camp accommodation away from town.
Commitment to uphold Council's Code of Conduct, Workplace Health and Safety and Anti-Discrimination policies.
Desirable
Current national general construction induction (white) card; and HC Class driver's licence.
Experience in use of diagnostic equipment.
Experience in small plant repairs.
Qualifications in air conditioning and/or welding.
Competent in operating mobile plant/fleet and currency of licences/tickets.
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