District Mechanical Officer - Cranbourne, Australia - Country Fire Authority

Country Fire Authority

Verified Company

Cranbourne, Australia

1 week ago

Posted by:

Olivia Brown

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Description

The Country Fire Authority (CFA) is one of the world's largest, and most highly regarded, community-based emergency services organisations.

We are proud of the work we do in protecting lives and property, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

CFA strives to be a values-based organisation and an organisation of choice for volunteers and employees, where people with a variety of skills, experiences and backgrounds all add value through the roles they perform.

About the Role:

Are you a Qualified Motor Mechanic keen to secure an opportunity to carry out preventative maintenance, corrective maintenance and approved modifications in a clean environment to well-maintained CFA appliances?

This role will see you based at our Cranbourne where you will work a 9-day fortnight - M-F 7am to 4pm.

In addition to fantastic working hours, all tools and equipment supplied, including uniform and PPE. Sound interesting?

Grade 1 District Mechanical Officers carry out mechanical tasks associated with the maintenance and servicing of fleet assets as directed by the Officer-in-Charge (OIC) ensuring relevant safety standards and CFA maintenance procedures are adhered to.

Your days will see you showcase your skills undertaking the following tasks:

Under the direction of the workshop OIC, carrying out preventative maintenance, corrective maintenance and approved modifications to fleet assets.
Ensuring fleet assets are maintained in accordance with appropriate industry standards and relevant CFA maintenance procedures.
Maintaining accurate records and documentation on work performed.
Creation of electronic Work Orders utilising CFA software.
Liaison with Brigade members regarding proposed work and work performed.
Maintaining reporting to the OfficerinCharge on maintenance, administrative and technical matters.
Ensuring that Industrial Safety Standards are observed.

About You:

The successful applicant will have the following:

Motor Mechanic Qualification and hold a Heavy Rigid Driver Licence (note: Heavy Rigid drivers licence can be obtained within time frames set out by CFA if not held).
You must also have the skills and ability to maintain safety at an Incident Scene and render assistance to others (First Aid L2) (note: this can be obtained within the timeframes set out by CFA if not held).

Furthermore, you will have proven ability to work as part of a team and actively participate in team discussions.

Crucial to your success will be your ability to effectively communicate both verbally and written, you will have a proven ability to maintain a safe work environment and a proactive and energetic attitude with the initiative to seek tasks and challenges.

This is an excellent opportunity to see where a career with CFA can take you

Your Application:

Cover letter
Resume
Address the Key Selection Criteria (recommended)

Pre-employment checks:

Can provide acceptable evidence of being fully vaccinated against COVID19 (minimum of 3 doses) or provide medical evidence confirming an exemption.
Successfully complete a National Police History Check and Working with Children Check

CFA is committed to creating and maintaining a diverse, inclusive, and safe volunteer and work environment. Our aim is to have a volunteer and paid workforce that reflects the community it serves.

First Nations people, women, people of all ages, with disabilities and culturally and linguistically diverse people are encouraged to apply.

Applications close: 11:59pm 16 August 2023.