Specialist Field Service Fitter/Diesel Mechanic

• A varied role, the successful applicant you will be required to diagnose, service, fuel and maintain council’s diesel plant and machinery in the field.
• Competitive annual salary commencing at $83,365, plus up to 13% superannuation
• Great range of additional benefits, including health & wellness programs, salary sacrifice options, salary packaging arrangements and a fortnightly RDO

About the Region

Gympie is at the heart of a rapidly expanding region which stretches from rural valleys in our western reaches to the Cooloola Coast.  Bordering Noosa and Fraser Coast Local Government areas, we are uniquely positioned to grow whilst still retaining our country charm.  Our borders with North and South Burnett, and the Somerset Local Government areas link with our rural lifestyle, where you can enjoy our picturesque smaller townships, or our abundant local history.  Our local festivals such as the Gympie Music Muster are renowned both nationally and internationally. 

For someone seeking a high quality of life, with pristine natural areas and spectacular beaches, all within reach of Noosa, the Sunshine Coast and Brisbane, we are offering this unique opportunity.

Specialist Field Service Fitter/Diesel Mechanic

Remuneration: Annual salary commencing at $83,365, plus up to 13% superannuation

Closing Date: Sunday 16th November 2025 at 11.00pm AEST

No late applications will be accepted.  Only applications received via Council's online application system will be considered. Unsolicited applications from agencies will not be considered. 

Role Overview

The position will be required to diagnose, service, fuel and maintain council’s diesel plant and machinery in the field and in the workshop as necessary to required standards, maintain records and ensure compliance with policy and procedures.

The role also involves the safe and efficient transport of fuel to designated locations, key duties including pre-trip inspections, operating fueling equipment, maintaining accurate delivery records, following safety regulations and ensuring customer service excellence.

The position will have the responsibility to ensure that all fueling, repairs and maintenance of Councils fleet is carried out in a safe and cost-effective manner.

Essential Knowledge & Skills: 

• Post trade experience in the servicing, repair and maintenance in a range of plant, earthmoving and road transport equipment.
• Demonstrated fault finding and diagnostic skills within a workshop and field environment, including the use of machine management software operations.
• Proven experience in the maintenance and fault diagnostics of machinery hydraulic systems.
• Ability to diagnose the Automotive electrical system.
• Demonstrated ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team while coaching and mentoring apprentices.
• Ability to maintain records and use of computer systems for the effective recording of maintenance records.
• Experience in driving / operation of a HR class truck and auxiliary equipment
• AUR31116 Certificate III in Heavy Commercial Vehicle Mechanical Technology or equivalent
• Queensland ‘Heavy Vehicle Driver’s License – Class HR’ or above that is current and maintained.
• Queensland General Construction Induction (White/Blue card).
• Queensland High Risk Work License – FL (Forklift truck) that is current and maintained

Essential Requirements: 

• To carry out a service and maintenance program and fault diagnostic service for Council’s plant and machinery as required.
• Safe operation of a fuel delivery vehicle to deliver fuel to stakeholder locations and sites
• Operating pumps and hoses to load fuel at the distribution point and to safely discharge fuel at various locations
• Plan delivery routes to ensure timely deliveries, adhere to all council policies and industry regulations for the safe and effective delivery of fuel
• Ensure safe work methods, practices and conditions at all times while working on or operating plant and machinery.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the Fleet and Logistics Section.
• Any other duties as delegated within the level of responsibility.
• Order parts and plan and communicate with stakeholders.
• Maintain oils and consumables inventories on the field service vehicle.

Position Description

For a full position description containing essential and desirable criteria, please click here. 

Who to Contact

For information regarding the requirements of this role, please contact Council's Manager Fleet & Depot Operations, Gordon Robertson via email gordon.robertson@gympie.qld.gov.au

For assistance lodging your application using Council's online system, please contact Council's Officer Recruitment, Sue Rossi on 07-5481 0971 or email sue.rossi@gympie.qld.gov.au

What we offer?

Nine-day fortnight
Access to employee health and well-being programs
Fitness Passport: work out at over 25 local gyms for you and your family at a subsidised rate
Long service leave after seven years
Generous superannuation scheme of up to 13 per cent
Access to salary sacrificing and salary packaging arrangements
Employee assistance program offering free confidential counselling services for employees and their families.

Our Values

Accountability
Communication
Customer Service Focused
Integrity
Teamwork and Collaboration

For a full explanation of our values please click here.  You will be assessed on your understanding of these values and how you have applied values such as these in your previous employment.

Our Process

Successful applicants will be required to undertake various checks such as skills, qualifications, reference, medical and national police.

 Keen to apply? -  Simply follow the instructions below.

1) Download and review the position description above
2) Complete the information below as requested using your personal email. 
3) Click 'APPLY'
4) Attach your resume, covering letter and a single document containing copies of your qualifications, licences or tickets as applicable.
5) Click 'NEXT' and 'CONFIRM'

Please note before continuing: It is advisable that you prepare your responses in a separate word or text document, saving your work as you go and that you then copy and paste this prepared information in the form before completing the application process. Please keep your responses to a maximum 300 words for each question.

Applications close on Sunday 16th November 2025 at 11.00pm AEST. No late applications will be accepted. Only applications received via Council's online application system will be considered.

Gympie Regional Council is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, and our people represent the community which we service. We invite all suitably qualified applicants to apply, including First Nations People, and people from diverse social, cultural and gender backgrounds.