Fleet Workshop Support Officer

About the role

Banyule City Council is looking for a practical, well-organised and service-oriented Fleet Workshop Support Officer to help run the day-to-day operations of its fleet and workshop function. This position is important to keeping Council vehicles, plant and equipment appropriately managed, compliant and available to support services across the municipality.

You will work alongside mechanics, fleet personnel and other internal teams, contributing administrative, coordination and operational assistance so the fleet workshop runs smoothly and safely.

Role overview

Based with the Fleet Team at the Operations Depot in Bellfield, you will provide administrative, compliance and systems support to strengthen governance, control effectiveness and adherence to the Heavy Vehicle National Law (HVNL) and Chain of Responsibility (CoR).

Key duties

• Deliver administrative and operational assistance to the Fleet Workshop.
• Help coordinate schedules, maintain records and manage fleet-related data.
• Work with internal clients, suppliers and contractors.
• Support compliance work such as servicing, inspections and documentation management.
• Assist with purchasing, invoicing and coordinating stock and parts.
• Help maintain a safe, tidy and customer-focused workshop environment.

What you will bring

The ideal candidate is dependable, organised and comfortable working in a busy operational setting. You should be able to manage multiple tasks, communicate well and support both systems and people effectively.

Requirements

• Strong administrative and coordination capability.
• Confidence working with systems, databases and Microsoft Office.
• Solid communication skills and a customer service approach.
• Ability to prioritise work and meet deadlines.
• Experience in a fleet, workshop, operations or local government setting is preferred.

Pre-employment checks

• A current Victorian driver licence is required.
• A forklift licence is preferred.
• Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check is required.

Employment terms

This is a temporary full-time position for 2 years. The role includes a monthly RDO.

Salary and benefits

The annual salary range is $76,745.19 to $80,983.71, plus superannuation, depending on experience.

• 26 weeks of paid parental leave for the primary carer.
• 4 weeks of paid parental leave for the partner.
• Learning and development opportunities, including health and wellbeing initiatives.
• Flexible work and leave arrangements.

Application process

Applicants are asked to submit a resume and a cover letter of up to three pages describing their achievements, skills and experience in relation to the key selection criteria in the position description.

For further information, a position description is available, and enquiries about the role may be directed to Brian Portz on 0468 571 470.

Applications close on 3 July 2026 at 11:45 PM.

About Banyule City Council

Banyule City Council values innovation, collaboration and professional growth. It is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion, and welcomes candidates from all backgrounds. Candidates requiring reasonable adjustments or additional access support are encouraged to mention this in their application or email employment@banyule.vic.gov.au.

The Council’s values include respect, integrity, responsibility, initiative and inclusion. Employees are encouraged to grow within a strong learning and development culture while working in partnership with the community.

The community served by Banyule includes more than 130,000 residents, and the organisation is committed to helping people live happier, healthier and more connected lives.

Diversity, inclusion and community commitment

Banyule’s community includes a wide range of cultures, beliefs, abilities, bodies, sexualities, ages and genders. The Council is committed to access, equity, participation and rights for everyone, and aims to foster harmony and wellbeing in an inclusive community.

The organisation also recognises the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung people as the Traditional Custodians of the land and pays respect to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Elders past, present and emerging. It supports the Uluru Statement from the Heart and the call to walk together toward a better future.

Child safety commitment

Banyule City Council is committed to child safety and wellbeing. It maintains a zero-tolerance approach to child abuse, takes all concerns seriously, and works to ensure children feel safe, heard, valued and protected. The Council also listens to children and considers their views in decisions that affect them.