Team Leader Mechanical Technicians

Our Fleet Maintenance team are a dedicated group of trade-qualified technicians who take pride in keeping the City's fleet of vehicles and plant running smoothly. With a strong focus on quality and efficiency, our team plays a vital role in ensuring our City's operations stay on track.

About your new role As a Team Leader Mechanical Technician, you'll have the opportunity to apply your leadership skills and expertise in maintaining and repairing a diverse range of heavy vehicles, trucks, plant machinery, light vehicles and other essential equipment.

This is a hands‑on role where you will efficiently lead the team, and your skills and knowledge gained through a Vehicle Mechanical Technology or related trade will be put to the test.

We're looking for people who have

Certificate III in Heavy Vehicle Mechanical Technology or Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology (or an equivalent trade qualification)

Leadership qualities with experience in leading small teams

High level of due diligence in relation to all Workplace Health and Safety matters

Experience with a variety of heavy vehicles and plant machinery (highly advantageous)

TMR Approved Examiner of 2nd Hand Vehicles (highly advantageous)

Experience using Computerised Maintenance Management Systems such as SAP

A responsible attitude towards timekeeping, work organisation and quality control

Be part of shaping the Gold Coast's future The Gold Coast is inspired by lifestyle and driven by opportunity. We are the second largest Council in Australia.

Benefits

9‑day fortnight – enjoy a long weekend every fortnight!

Access to 350+ fitness facilities through Fitness Passport for you and your family

4 free confidential counselling sessions a year for you or your immediate family

A stable working environment with job security

A professional, and inclusive work environment working with modern equipment

Free parking

Uniform, tools and PPE provided

A work environment committed to safety as our number 1 priority

Clear paths for career progression and advancement – whether you are interested in moving into a leadership position or upskilling with specialised training, we have plenty of opportunities for you to reach your personal and professional goals

We pride ourselves on our shared mission of being a high‑performing, customer‑focused organisation which delivers value‑for‑money services to the community. We're committed to creating a diverse workplace and inclusive culture.

How to apply Click 'Apply' to submit your online application. Upload your Resume with a Cover Letter (of no more than 2 pages) outlining how your skills, experience and personal attributes would allow you to achieve success in this role.

Documents need to be less than 2 MB in size and PDF format is preferred. If you encounter technical issues when applying, please email ***********@goldcoast.qld.gov.au.

Our selection process may include a one‑way video interview via Criteria, a face‑to‑face or virtual interview via Microsoft Teams, reference checks via Xref and additional checks including police checks, employment history checks, qualification checks, pre‑employment medical reviews and drug and alcohol testing.

Please note applications for all of our vacancies close at 10.00 pm on the listed closing date.

Equal opportunities The City of Gold Coast is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace. We are committed to supporting an environment where all employees, regardless of their differences or similarities, feel valued, respected and supported. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander persons are encouraged to apply.

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