07534, Several

Closes: 22 May 2024

Classification: ESA Mechanical Technician Level 2
Salary: $87,345 - $99,592 plus superannuation
Position No: 07534, Several
Directorate: Justice and Community Safety
Advertised (Gazettal date): 24 April 2024
Contact Officer: Broc Tonissen on Broc.Tonissen@act.gov.au or 02 6207 8671

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Details: Do you get excited about fixing big trucks? Do you enjoy learning about the latest emergency equipment and vehicle technologies? The Emergency Services Agency is seeking applications from enthusiastic individuals who enjoy a challenge to fill the position of Emergency Mechanical Technician Level 2.

If you aspire to aid public safety and want to assist with the strength of our Operational Services, then the Emergency Services Agency would love to hear from you. This role entails daily tasks that enables our fleet to meet operational standards; this includes equipment advice, maintenance and engineering services while ensuring exceptional work health and safety standards. Your desire to excel will see you work on an array of vehicles and equipment large and small, to which you will be able to provide specialist technical advice.

This role also requires development of submissions, reports and correspondence related to the area of expertise, as well as quality record keeping in our software-based data storage systems.

You will also be required to have excellent customer service and communication skills to liaise between stakeholders, ESA employees and the ACTPS staff to build key relationships.

Please note: This position does involve direct supervision of staff.

The ACT Public Service supports workforce diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace. As part of this commitment, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally diverse people and those who identify as LGBTIQ are encouraged to apply.

Eligibility/ Other Requirements: Mandatory Qualifications required for this position are:

1.

• Cert III Automotive Heavy Commercial Vehicle Mechanical Technology (highly desirable); OR
• Cert III Automotive Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology; OR
• Cert III Automotive Electric Vehicle Technology; OR
• Cert III Automotive Electrical Technology OR Cert III Mobile Plant Technology may be considered.

2.This position may require a Security Clearance and Background checks.
3.A ‘C’ Class Driver’s Licence is essential with the ability to obtain a ‘HR’ Class Drivers Licence.
4.This position does require a pre-employment medical and may require ongoing health monitoring.
5.This position does require a Working with Vulnerable People Check.

Note: This is a temporary position available immediately for a period of six months with the possibility of extension up to 12 months and/or permanency. This recruitment process includes an interview and a practical demonstration. A Merit Pool will be established from this selection process and will be used to fill vacancies over the next 12 months.

How to Apply: Applicants should submit a response of no more than one page addressing the following questions:

1.Tell me why you think you are the best person for the job outlining your skills and experience as a technician.

2.Explain a time when you carried out complex diagnostics, detailing your step-by-step process from start to finish.

Your response, together with your curriculum vitae and the contact details of at least two referees (one referee must be your current manager - referees will not be contacted without your consent) See the attached Position Description for further information about the role.

Applications should be submitted via the Apply Now Button Below.

Note

This is a temporary position available immediately for a period of six months with the possibility of extension up to 12 months and/or permanency.