Team Leader Workshop Operations

Here at CBCity 

The City of Canterbury Bankstown is one of the largest councils in NSW with one of the most culturally, socially and economically diverse communities. We deliver 28 key services such as childcare, waste collection, parks maintenance, libraries, community facilities and aquatic centres to over 385,000 residents. 

The role

Lead the Workshop team in delivering high-quality, safe, and efficient corrective and preventative maintenance for Council’s fleet of vehicles, plant, and equipment.

Duties will include but not be limited to:

• Lead the workshop operations team to delivery high quality outputs of both Preventive and Corrective maintenance ensuring Councils Fleet Assets are roadworthy, safe to operate and meet all regulatory requirements including NHVAS accreditation
• Ensure that the functions of the Fleet Workshop team meet agreed targets and deadlines and that the work is carried out within a timely, safe and cost-efficient manner and to the highest quality standard.
• Coordinate prioritisation of work to meet regulatory and customer requirements and liaise with customers in the scheduling of work.
• Allocate the daily work program to workshop staff and ensure that work is undertaken in a timely, safe and cost-effective manner to high standards.
• Diagnose mechanical faults to vehicles, plant and equipment, plan and facilitate remedial actions as necessary to ensure high quality accurate and timely repairs.
• Attend incidents as required.
• Provide technical advice to the Mechanics and Apprentices, and other stakeholders as required.

*For a full list of duties, click here to review the position description.

You will have

• Trades qualified Motor Mechanic. Current or ability to obtain a C Class Drivers Licence
• Class HR Drivers’ Licence or ability to obtain within 6 months.
• Motor Mechanics Licence (Department Fair Trading) or *Within 6 months of starting employment with CBC.
• AIS Heavy & Light inspector ticket or *Within 6 months of starting employment with CBC
• Demonstrated ability to lead a mechanical team to deliver efficient and safe and cost-effective maintenance and repairs to a diverse fleet of vehicles, plant and equipment.
• Previous experience in coordinating and prioritising service and maintenance requirements
• Demonstrated experience in preparing estimates and quotations for fleet assets.
• Previous experience in monitoring costs and maintaining budget.
• Basic skills in use of computers for accessing information and updating data in corporate and fleet management software systems

The salary range for this opportunity starts at $93,583 (Grade G, Step1) + 12% super. Salary may be negotiable dependent on skills and experience. 

What’s on offer

• An attractive remuneration package.
• Embrace a better work-life balance with our Accrued Time Off program, designed to prioritise your well-being and help you manage the balance between your personal and professional life.
• Permanent full-time position with Local Government conditions such as long service leave after 5 years, annual salary increases and generous parental leave options.
• Contribute to making a positive impact on our community. 
• An investment in your professional growth, fostering continuous learning and development opportunities.
• Access to our employee Health and Wellbeing Programs.

For more information, please contact Marnie Mitchell (Manager Fleet) at marnie.mitchell@cbcity.nsw.gov.au

You will need to submit your application via the ‘Apply Now’ button and create a login using your email address and upload a:

• Resume; and
• Cover Letter addressing the selection criteria within the position description and explaining your suitability for the role.

Applications close Sunday 16 November 2025

CBCity is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. We want our workplace to reflect the diverse community we serve. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, experiences and abilities; this includes people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, the LGBTQIA+ community and people from culturally diverse backgrounds. 

If you require support with your application and throughout the recruitment process, please contact the Talent Management Team at recruitment@cbcity.nsw.gov.au

Successful applicants may be required to undertake a Criminal History Check, Medical and/or Working with Children Check in accordance with the position.   

Applicants must hold an Australian citizenship, permanent residency, or possess a valid work permit/visa with full unrestricted working rights to be eligible.