Maintenance Worker

At Mitchell Shire Council, we are committed to creating a workplace where people can thrive and do their best work. In return for your contribution, you'll enjoy:

Flexible work arrangements where operationally possible

Learning and development opportunities

Employee wellbeing initiatives and Employee Assistance Program support

A values-driven and supportive workplace culture

The opportunity to contribute to one of Victoria's fastest-growing municipalities

Meaningful work that makes a difference to our community

You're an experienced plant operator who takes pride in doing the job safely and to a high standard, and you're ready to bring those skills to a team that keeps Mitchell Shire's road network moving.

What You'll Bring

Proven experience operating medium and heavy mechanical plant, including trucks, backhoes, loaders, skid steers, graders, and rollers in a roads or civil maintenance environment

A current Victorian driver's licence, with a heavy vehicle licence or relevant plant tickets highly regarded

The ability to prepare basic resource estimates covering labour, plant, materials, and time

Confidence to provide on-the-ground direction to other team members when the work requires it

A solid understanding of occupational health and safety legislation and risk management practices, with a commitment to applying them every day on site

Strong communication skills and a customer-focused approach when dealing with colleagues, contractors, and Mitchell Shire residents

For further information about this opportunity, please contact Hollie Caruana, Operations Business Service Team Leader at depot.admin@mitchellshire.vic.gov.au

All applications must address the Key Selection Criteria contained within the Position Description. For information on how to apply, please visit our Careers page .

Mitchell Shire Council is committed to building a diverse, inclusive and accessible workplace that values different perspectives and upholds the highest standards of integrity, respect and responsibility. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, members of the LGBTQIA+ community and people with disabilities.

As a Child Safe Organisation, we are committed to promoting the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of children and young people. Successful applicants will be required to obtain and maintain a valid Working with Children Check where required for the role.

Our commitment is guided by the principles of the Charter of Human Rights and Responsibilities Act 2006 (Vic), the Gender Equality Act 2020, the Climate Change Act 2017 and the Victorian Child Safe Standards.

We are committed to providing an accessible recruitment process. If you require any reasonable adjustments or additional support during the application or interview process, we encourage you to let us know. We will work with you to ensure you have the opportunity to participate fully and demonstrate your capabilities.