Liverpool City Council

Apprentice Diesel Mechanic

Apprentice Heavy Vehicle Mechanic 

 2 x Temporary Full Time - 36 hours, 5 days per week (3-4 years)

Salary: T1 to T4 ($23,604 to $40,512)

Location: 600 Cowpasture Road Len Waters Estate Hoxton Park 2171 NSW

Closing Date: 14 April 2025

ABOUT US

Liverpool is a vibrant city that lies in the heart of Greater Western Sydney. Working with Liverpool City Council offers a wealth of professional opportunities. Liverpool is a diverse and innovative Council located at the gateway to the upcoming Western Sydney Airport. Liverpool is fast becoming Sydney’s third CBD and is going through rapid change and growth, with nearly 100 new residents arriving every week.  If great community outcomes are to be realised, Liverpool requires the best minds to realise this opportunity.

ABOUT THE ROLE

This apprenticeship is a full-time position within our Plant, Fleet, and Mechanical Services team. The successful candidate will work towards the completion of their Certificate III in Heavy Commercial Vehicle Mechanics.  This is an ideal opportunity to gain experience working the wide variety of vehicles in Council’s fleet. This role is offered as an apprenticeship and is open to new starters and continuing apprentices in 1st or 2nd year of the same qualification.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintain and repair heavy vehicles
• Carrying out non-routine mechanical repairs and servicing
• Follow safety protocols and maintain a clean work environment
• Comply with responsibilities relating to the terms of the Training Contract as an Apprentice (training attendance and attainment of competencies).
• Complete a qualification in Certificate III in Automotive Heavy Commercial Vehicle Mechanical Technology while working in a full-time capacity.

BENEFITS OF WORKING WITH US

Opportunities to expand your knowledge.

Ability to accrue up to two days of flexitime leave per month, which equates to up to 24 days per year (this is in addition to four weeks of annual leave per year)

Health and wellbeing benefits include two health and wellbeing leave days per calendar year and access to our Employee Assistance Program

Career progression opportunities & ongoing professional development

Access to a Fitness Passport

Salary will be dependent upon the relevant skills, experience, and competencies of the successful applicant.

For further information about the position please contact Paul Sharkey, Plant, Fleet & Mechanical Service Coordinator by email at SharkeyP@liverpool.nsw.gov.au.

How to Apply: Please click the 'Apply' button above. Applicants must submit a covering letter, current resume and response to the selection criteria questions which will be shown once you commence your application.

Click here for a copy of the position description 

Liverpool City Council is committed to providing a working environment that supports all employees to reach their full potential.

To be eligible to apply for permanent positions at Liverpool City Council, you need to be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident