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Apprentice Mechanic (Four Year Duration) Location: Moruya About the role The Apprentice Mechanic is a full-time, fixed-term position within the Maintenance Division, based at the Moruya Depot. This is an excellent opportunity to launch your career in the mechanical trades industry. You will gain handson experience in maintaining, servicing, diagnosing, and repairing Councils plant and automotive fleet, while working towards a Certificate III in Heavy Commercial Vehicle Mechanical Technology. Travel to Canberra will be required to attend weekly or block release training as part of the apprenticeship. The starting salary for this position is $1,391.57 per fortnight plus 12% superannuation and is dependent on the age of the employee on commencement. To view the full salary information, list of duties and prerequisites, please view the Position Description. About you You have a minimum Year 10 certificate or equivalent and a strong interest in mechanical trades with a willingness to learn. Youre enthusiastic about pursuing a career in mechanical trades and have a basic knowledge of mechanical equipment. Commitment to completing all components of the apprenticeship, including CIT and additional training. Ability to follow instructions and work safely in a variety of environments, including confined spaces and areas affected by waste. Basic literacy, numeracy, and computer skills. A teamfocused attitude with good interpersonal and communication skills. Physical fitness to perform labouring tasks and operate equipment. About us The beautiful Eurobodalla Shire is located on Yuin Country on the far south coast of NSW and offers an enviable coastal lifestyle with easy access to Canberra and Sydney. From our beaches to our bushlands, rivers and mountains, the Eurobodalla is a place of inclusive communities embracing sustainable lifestyles. With 143km of coastline, 83 beaches, 20 lakes and four major river systems, Eurobodalla is known as the land of many waters. Over three-quarters of our land area is open space, consisting of 10 national parks and 15 state forests. Over 40,000 people call the Eurobodalla Shire home, and we attract over 1.2 million visitors every year. What we offer We promote equal access to opportunities and pride ourselves on creating a safe and engaging working environment that fosters wellbeing. We are dedicated to looking after our staff, knowing our people are our biggest asset, to ensure we are best placed to look after our community. Including benefits such as: 35 hours per week for administrative staff and 38 hours per week for operational staff. Health and wellbeing initiatives including access to free counselling through our Employee Assistance Program, TELUS Health One App, Fitness Passport, Social Club and flu vaccinations. Up to 3 days leave to cover Council closure at end of year period. 9 weeks Council provided paid maternity leave (conditional). Generous leave provisions including Long Service Leave after 5 years of continuous service, study leave and 3 weeks sick leave annually. Annual Award increases, performance reviews and a rewards and recognition program. Salary packaging program. Application process Eurobodalla Shire Council follows a merit based recruitment and selection process. For help and guidance on how to apply for jobs at Council, please visit our website www.esc.nsw.gov.au or The Job Shop. To apply for this position Provide your cover letter highlighting your skills and experience (OPTIONAL) Provide your final school report if schooling was completed within the last five years Address the screening questions in the form below. If you found this vacancy via a job search website, please go to the Eurobodalla Shire Council Vacant Positions website pageto fill in the application form. If you have any further questions about the role, please contact Brad Constable on 02 4474 1390. Applications close: Sunday 16 November 2025 at 11:00pm. Confirmation of personal identity and working rights: As part of the recruitment process, should you be successful in obtaining an interview, you will be required to bring with you an original Government issued photo ID for the interview Panel to sight. Eurobodalla Shire Council embraces diversity and encourages applications from people with disability. We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, supportive recruitment process. Please contact us on 02 4474 7378 or via [email protected] for confidential support to ensure an equitable application process. Eurobodalla Shire Council is committed to building an inclusive culture where diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and identities are celebrated. We know we perform at our best when we are empowered to be ourselves, and that this, in turn, enables our future success as an organisation. Applicants must have the right to work in Australia and address the advertised selection criteria demonstrating their suitability for the role. #J-18808-Ljbffr