• Considering a career as a mechanic with CFA? • Location | Various Statewide Workshops • DMO Grade 1 | $70,169 pa (plus 11% super) This is an open advertisement to allow candidates who may be interested in the role of a District Mechanical Officer (DMO) with CFA to submit their application. Your application can remain active and when a position becomes available at one of our 13 workshops, we will send you a link to the advertisement. Should the role and location be of interest, you are welcome to submit a formal application. Keep reading if you are looking for a values-based, emergency service organisation that puts the community at the centre of everything we do? We are proud of the work we do in protecting lives and property, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. With over 51,000 volunteers CFA strives to be an organisation of choice for volunteers and employees, where embrace individuals with diverse skills, experiences, and backgrounds, recognising the unique value they bring to their roles. Want to read more about the Country Fire Authority (CFA) click here . About Fleet Maintenance At CFA, we place immense importance on our fleet of firefighting and specialised vehicles, as they are crucial to fulfilling our service commitments to Victorian communities. As part of our dynamic Fleet & Protective Equipment team, the Fleet Maintenance department plays a pivotal role in maintaining, refurbishing, and managing over 2000 first response appliances and equipment. About the Role This is a great opportunity to embark on a rewarding journey with CFA, where you can explore the possibilities of a career path that awaits you CFA have 13 state-based workshops in the following locations: Bairnsdale Ballarat Cranbourne Geelong Horsham Kangaroo Flat Moe Mt Evelyn Seymour Shepparton Swan Hill Wangaratta Warrnambool These roles will allow you to apply your expertise in preventative maintenance, corrective maintenance and approved modifications in a clean environment to well-maintained CFA vehicles where all tools and equipment are supplied. As a Grade 1 District Mechanical Officer, you'll be entrusted with carrying out mechanical tasks under the guidance of our Officer-in-Charge (OIC). Your primary responsibility will be to ensure that all maintenance work is conducted in compliance with stringent safety standards and CFA maintenance protocols. In these roles, your daily responsibilities will include: 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 Officer-in-Charge 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). Why choose CFA Me
