Trade Assistant, Engineering and Fleet Services (003389)

Period of Appointment

Fixed-Term up until June 2027

Duties

• Complete vehicle commissioning tasks that contribute to the planned vehicle maintenance schedule.
• Carry out mechanical associated work and tasks in a timely and cost effective manner.
• Assist with the maintenance and repairs of the DPFEM vehicle fleet.
• Modify, repair and test mechanical components across the DPFEM vehicle fleet including fire appliances, cars, motor cycles, small engines and specialised operational vehicles and equipment.
• Assist with recording of stock and other consumable items in accordance with Departmental policy and practice.
• Complete time sheets, vehicle log books and job sheets.
• Assist with other tasks and functions of Engineering and Fleet Service as required.

Essential Requirements

• A current Drivers License.

Pre-Employment Checks 

The Head of the State Service has determined that a person nominated for appointment to this position is to satisfy a pre-employment check before taking up the appointment, promotion or transfer. Any relevant serious criminal offence or repeated serious offences over any period, which are not mitigated by additional information, may provide grounds for declining an application for appointment. Such offences would include, but are not limited to:

• Arson and fire setting;
• Sexual offences;
• Dishonesty (e.g. theft, burglary, breaking and entering, fraud);
• Deception (e.g. obtaining an advantage by deception);
• Making false declarations;
• Violent crimes and crimes against the person;
• Malicious damage and destruction to property
• Trafficking of narcotic substance;
• False alarm raising. 

Desirable Requirements

• Practical experience working within the automotive industry.
• Fork lift license.
• Medium / Heavy Vehicle License.

Statement of Duties and Associated Documents

003389 - SoD - Trade Assistant, Mechanical (Band 2 - Fixed Term until 30 06 2027).docx

003389 - SoD - Trade Assistant, Mechanical (Band 2 - Fixed Term until 30 06 2027).pdf

Short Form Application Guidelines for Applicants Final.DOCX

Short Form Application Guidelines for Applicants Final.pdf

DPFEM is a child safe organisation which is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people; and every member of DPFEM has a responsibility to keep all children safe.  

As the organisation moves towards a more inclusive workplace which better reflects our community, we welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds, cultures and abilities, and those that may require flexibility such as part-time, compressed days, or adjustments around start or finish times.

How to Apply

To apply, please provide a Short Form Application which is a 1-2 page covering letter outlining your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the Statement of Duties, and a copy of your current Resumé/CV. 

Online applications will only be accepted, please click the blue Apply now button to apply. If you experience any technical difficulties, please contact (03) 6173 2757.

Applicants should note that, for a peri