Are you looking for a rewarding career where you can grow and develop while having the benefit of living in an idyllic North Coast location? Here at Clarence Valley Council, we strive to be a progressive employer that offers a rewarding and flexible work environment. Our vision is to create a community full of opportunity and our workforce is where we start to achieve our community aspirations.

Located in the Northern Rivers of NSW, we cover 10,441 square kilometres with the three major community hubs of Grafton, Yamba and Maclean. We are one of the biggest employers in the Valley and can offer you a rewarding career and a new lifestyle. Our goal is to be the employer of choice in the Valley, creating opportunities for those who live here already and for those who want to move here.

We are in an exciting period of transformation with a focus on employee engagement, satisfaction and delivering exceptional services and facilities for the community.
We strive to lead with openness and courage and want you to be part of that journey.

So come and join the team while enjoying all that Clarence Valley has to offer you and your family.

Learn more about living in the Clarence Valley here.

What you need to know...
• permanent full time - 76 hours per fortnight
• the package: $66,227 to $78,977 plus superannuation per annum
• location: Grafton, NSW
• access to fitness passport
• 9 day fortnight

About the role
Clarence Valley Council is seeking a qualified and experienced Plant Mechanic to join our workshop team. This position is responsible for the effective servicing, maintenance, and repair of Council’s fleet, which includes small plant, passenger vehicles, trucks, trailers, and heavy plant machinery. The successful applicant will contribute to the safe, reliable, and cost-effective operation of Council’s plant and equipment, ensuring essential services are delivered to the community.

At Clarence Valley Council, we value team members who are not only skilled but also bring a positive attitude to their work. We are looking for someone who is keen to take on challenges, reliable in meeting responsibilities, and motivated to deliver high-quality outcomes. If you take pride in your workmanship, enjoy variety in your day, and can be counted on by your team, we encourage you to apply.

To be considered for this position you will need to:
• Address the essential requirements of the role as per position description
• Supply relevant certificates and licences
• Attach a cover letter (2 pages maximum) and an up-to-date resume (5 pages maximum) that clearly details your skills & experience as relevant to this position. You will need to demonstrate how you meet the focus capabilities and how your skills will enable you to achieve the key accountabilities.
• Target questions - answer the target questions - maximum 300 words each question
Q1. Describe a situation where you showed initiative. What was the outcome?
Q2. Give an example of how you have worked collaboratively with others in your current or previous role.
Q3. Give an example of a recent experience where you had to track your progress with a project or piece of work - Explain how you did this and what the result was.

Contact
Nicholas Smidt, Workshop Supervisor on 02 6641 7332

Closing date
Tuesday 21 October 2025 at 11.30 pm (NSW time).

Other important information
This position is located at Council's Rushforth Road Works Depot, however, this may change should business needs identify other work locations to be more appropriate to deliver our services in the future.

A probation period applies to this position.

How to apply
All applications must be lodged online via Council's website www.clarence.nsw.gov.au

For further information about the selection process including tips on how to address the selection criteria please refer to the Careers page on the Clarence Valley Council website.

Do you want further information on how to apply under the Capability Framework? Please read our How to apply for a job guide

Council is an EEO employer and First Nations people are encouraged to apply.

Council also recognises the skills and attributes of veterans and welcomes applications from ex-service personnel.