Senior Mechanic
City Of Nedlands
Posted 19 days ago
$81,874 – $95,241 + super | 5 Weeks Leave | Full-Time | Nedlands
Permanent Role | Great Team | Career Growth | Local Government
Are you an experienced mechanic who loves getting things running — and keeping them that way?
Join the City of Nedlands as our next Senior Mechanic and put your skills to work maintaining and repairing a wide range of fleet vehicles, plant, and equipment that help keep our community moving.
This is a hands-on role in a supportive, safety-focused environment where no two days are the same — and your contribution is truly valued.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Service, maintain and repair light vehicles, heavy diesel trucks, and small plant.
- Diagnose mechanical faults and source parts efficiently.
- Perform welding and minor fabrication as required.
- Maintain accurate workshop records and job logs.
- Support emergency recovery efforts when needed.
- Collaborate with a great team, contractors and suppliers.
What You’ll Need
- Certificate III in Heavy Commercial or Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology (or equivalent).
- MR Class Driver’s Licence (minimum).
- Strong mechanical diagnostics and repair skills across a wide range of vehicles and equipment.
- Experience with welding, oxy-acetylene, and diagnostic tools like Snap-On Solus Edge.
- A strong understanding of workplace safety and compliance.
- National Police Clearance and ability to pass a pre-employment medical.
Why Join Us?
- Cash salary $81,874 – $95,241 per annum (dependent on experience).
- Up to 13.5% superannuation.
- 5 weeks of annual leave – because balance matters.
- Paid parental leave – 12 weeks for primary carers, 2 weeks for partners.
- Flexible work options and ongoing training.
- Access to Fitness Passport, EAP, and health insurance discounts.
- Be part of a friendly, skilled team in a well-resourced local government workshop.
About the City of Nedlands
Just 7km from Perth’s CBD, the City of Nedlands is known for its beautiful coastal and riverside suburbs, community spirit, and commitment to high-quality service delivery.
Apply Now
Applications close 5pm AWST, Friday 6 June 2025 – but don’t wait, we may close early if we find the right person!
Upload your resume and a brief cover letter via the City of Nedlands website.
Enquiries? Contact our HR team on (08) 9273 3500.
About City Of Nedlands
The City of Nedlands is situated just 7km from Perth and stretches from the banks of the beautiful Swan River to the edge of the Indian Ocean. A population of over 21,000 live in the suburbs Nedlands, Dalkeith, Mt Claremont, Swanbourne, Karrakatta, and parts of Floreat and Shenton Park. Information for new residents is available to help you settle in comfortably.
On 1 July, 1959 the City of Nedlands was proclaimed at the command of Governor Sir Charles Gairdner, in the packed Dalkeith Civic Hall. Mr Allan Jenkins read out the proclamation and the Minister for Local Government, Mr Leslie Logan, M.L.C. conducted the official swearing in ceremony of the new Mayor, John Charles Smith, the twelve new Councillors and the auditors. He then appointed Mr Allan Jenkins as the City's first Town Clerk. Among those present was MLA for Nedlands, Deputy Premier Charles Court.
Significant events and dates that contributed to the development of the City of Nedlands:
1893: The first move to establish Local Government in our area with the creation of the Claremont Road Board on 31 March, 1893, governing a total area of ten square miles; forty years after the death of Adam Armstrong, Nedlands' first resident.
1898: Approximately two square miles excised to form the Municipality of Claremont.
1932: Name changed from Claremont Road Board to Nedlands Road Board.
1956: Name changed from Nedlands Road Board to the Municipality of Nedlands.
1959: One hundred and thirty years after the first British settlement around the Swan River, Nedlands achieved City status. Name changed from Nedlands Road Board to the City of Nedlands while under the guidance of Mayor John Charles Smith Esq., JP Mayor.
Source: this is an extract from the company’s own website.
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