DEVONPORT CITY COUNCIL
POSITION DESCRIPTION
Position Title:
Department:
Section:
Location:
Mechanic/Diesel Fitter
Infrastructure & Works
Plant
Lawrence Drive, Devonport
Classification:
Incumbent:
Status:
CCT
Vacant
Temporary Fixed
Term 2 years Fulltime
A. PURPOSE OF THE POSITION
To assist the Works Coordinator in the effective and efficient delivery of
maintenance associated with Council’s fleet of vehicles, mobile plant and fixed
plant and equipment.
At times this role may also involve tasks within other work teams and it is
expected that the incumbent will undertake duties, as required.
B. PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES
Accountability
Undertake maintenance
associated with Council’s fleet
of vehicles, mobile plant and
fixed plant and equipment to
ensure good working order so
that maximum utilisation of
plant is achieved and without
general supervision
Measures
 Diagnose faults and carry out remedial
treatment/repairs utilising appropriate work
practices, techniques, tools and equipment
 Ensure parts are available to complete servicing
and maintenance requirements in an efficient
and effective manner
 Ensure work is carried out in a safe environment
using safe work practices
 Compliance with workplace instructions
 Compliance with standards
 Compliance with standard operating procedures
 Provide assurance of the quality of work
Provide a maintenance service
for all plant and equipment
using most cost effective means
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Ensure a focus on customer
service whilst carrying out works
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Regular plant maintenance and repairs promptly
undertaken
Assist with the evaluation and road testing of
plant and equipment when requested
Maintain the mechanic workshop in a clean and
safe condition
Log books and plant checks correctly completed
Plant used as per manufacturer’s instructions and
Council’s Safe Operating Procedures
Source parts as required
Attend offsite vehicle/plant breakdowns as and
when required (on occasions this may be outside
normal working hours)
Treat all internal and external customers
courteously and with respect
Maintain and promote a professional image to all
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Accountability
Measures
contacts and ensure customers are provided
with necessary, relevant, timely and accurate
information at all times
Ensure action requests are
assessed, relevant stakeholder
liaison is undertaken and works
completed within timeframes
with a focus on customer
service
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Participate and contribute
positively as a team member to
achieve the agreed work plans
and team objectives
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Respond in a timely manner to action requests
and other stakeholder enquiries and provide
appropriate advice, assistance and information
related to the position and areas of responsibility
Ensure public request procedures are followed
and consistent with Council policy
Contribute positively to team work plans
Positive assistance to team members to
successfully achieve work plans and tasks within
time frames
Adopt changes in operating practices to
achieve team objectives and identified
efficiencies
Support the Coordinator to identify and
implement workplace improvements
Work is completed in accordance with plan,
budget and schedule
Provide advice to the Coordinator in relation to
relevant team matters when required
Provide advice regarding
operational works associated
with Council’s plant assets and
relevant team matters when
required
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Advice provided to Coordinator as requested
Ensure all plant is operated in
the correct manner,
maintenance is undertaken and
log books, where requested are
corrected completed
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Regular maintenance and plant repairs
undertaken where possible, in accordance with
requirements and/or instructions, or as advised by
Coordinator
Plant and vehicles are maintained in a neat and
tidy condition
Log books are correctly completed
Plant used as per manufacturer’s instructions and
Council’s Safe Operating Procedures
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Support the Coordinator identify
and implement workplace
improvements within the Plant
Maintenance Team
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Evidence of improvements identified
Undertake training and
development to ensure high
standard of service delivery
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Training to support ongoing service requirements
is successfully undertaken
Skills development ensures ability to perform all
duties required of the team
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Accountability
Participate in proactive
inspection and maintenance
systems for Council’s plant
assets
Measures
 Participate in proactive inspection and
maintenance systems
 Evidence of documented proactive inspections
as applicable to the role
Comply with Health and Safety
requirements & Council policies
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Other duties that are within the
limits of skill, competence and
training
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Comply with all Health and Safety legislation
Ensure Health and Safety information is provided
to the broader community as required
While at work, a worker must;
 take reasonable care for his or her own health
and safety; and
 take reasonable care that his or her acts or
omissions do not adversely affect the health
and safety of other persons; and
 comply, so far as the worker is reasonably
able, with any reasonable instruction that is
given by the person conducting the business
or undertaking to allow the person to comply
with this Act: and
 cooperate with any reasonable policy or
procedure of the person conducting the
business or undertaking relating to health or
safety at the workplace that has been notified
to workers.
Avoid, eliminate or minimize hazards within your
control, and immediately report
Attend and actively participate in training
programs provided in the interests of Health and
Safety
Ensure accidents and near misses are reported as
soon as reasonably practicable
Ensure assessment and control of risk is managed
in accordance with Council’s Risk Management
Framework
Provide assistance to other work teams as
requested
C. REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS
Reporting relationships
The position reports to the Works Coordinator however daily direction will be
provided by the Workshop Supervisor.
The position of Mechanic/Diesel Fitter is not responsible for the supervision of any
other position however may provide assistance to the apprentice mechanic.
The following chart illustrates the relationship of the position within the Department.
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Challenges
The incumbent will be expected to adopt a flexible approach to work requirements
and undertake new or alternative duties as required. A professional image of the
Council must be projected in all dealings and at all times.
The position involves significant liaison across all areas and levels of the organisation.
The incumbent will need to utilise excellent interpersonal skills and diplomacy to
ensure positive and productive relationships are established and maintained.
Confidentiality and confidence in and of Council officers must be maintained.
Effective delivery of support will require the ability to anticipate required actions and
resolve matters without being specifically requested to, using appropriate
judgement and initiative.
D. CODE OF CONDUCT
Council is committed to maintaining the highest standard in our dealings with the
community and promoting equity and respecting diversity within the workplace.
Council’s code of conduct for employees details the principles of good conduct
and standards of behaviour that Council has determined the community can
reasonably expect employees to demonstrate in the performance of their duties
and functions.
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E. KEY COMMUNICATIONS
Internal
This role has important relationships with other operation sections of the Infrastructure
& Works Department and Council and, as such, is required to ensure effective
working relationships are maintained at all times.
External
This role will have direct interaction with external customers, a high standard of
customer care must be maintained. The incumbent must promote a positive
approach to Council and its activities.
F. REQUIRED PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
The incumbent is expected to possess and consistently display the following personal
attributes.
Ethics, values & integrity – Maintain high standards of ethics and integrity, inspire trust
and confidence, treat all contacts equitably and fairly, and observe all Council
policies and procedures, particularly the Code of Conduct.
Commitment and enthusiasm – Ensure enthusiasm and commitment to sustained
effort through diligence and pursuit of high standards and their promotion to others.
Be aware of best practice in relevant work areas and identify and undertake
appropriate continued personal and professional development.
Initiative and innovation – Proactively utilise initiative, innovation and a commitment
to continuous improvement to ensure the relevance and optimum effectiveness and
efficiency of Council operations and service delivery. Anticipate potential problems
and take appropriate actions to eliminate or manage their impact.
Working with others – Respect others and throughout the conduct of Council
business actively support and provide coaching and assistance to fellow staff.
Recognise and value the diversity of those in the workplace, and the impact of your
actions and the examples you set for others. Ensure appropriate proactive
communication is undertaken and respect the importance of keeping all relevant
parties informed.
Professional & confident demeanour – Consistently project a professional, confident,
controlled and customer service focused attitude and demeanour. Promote
confidence in others and their abilities to the betterment of Council.
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G. SELECTION CRITERIA
The following criteria are provided to assist in the identification of a potential
incumbent’s skills, knowledge and experience required for competent performance
in the position.
Essential Criteria
 Trade qualified – Mechanic/Diesel Fitter
 Previous experience with a wide range of vehicles and equipment including
small plant
 Experience in fundamentals of automotive electronics
 Welding skills
 Excellent team participation and interpersonal skills
 Demonstrated ability to impart knowledge and skills to others
 Demonstrated commitment to outstanding customer service
 Organise own work schedule to achieve designated team/section goals
 Consistently approach workload in a proactive fashion to ensure priorities and
deadlines are met, including the ongoing monitoring of maintenance
schedules
 Knowledge and application of safe work practices
 Possess current computing skills (standard office software) and ability to learn
relevant council programs
 Evidence of Medium Rigid Licence
 Evidence of Forklift Licence
 Current White Card (Work Safely in the Construction Industry)
 National Police Check
Desirable Criteria
 Heavy Rigid Licence
 Working knowledge of Council policies and procedures
 First aid certificate
 Ability to maintain and repair hydraulics
OFFICE USE ONLY
Authorisation
Approved by the General Manager 26 May 2016
Evaluation
Assessed against the HUNN model.
Review
Reviewed - 26/5/2016 by the Works Supervisor
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