CFA is an emergency service that places the community at the centre of everything we do. We work to protect lives and property across Victoria, every hour of the day. Our organisation is made up of employees working alongside more than 51,000 volunteers. We value the different skills, experience and viewpoints that people bring, because they strengthen how we operate and support the services Victorians rely on. We aim to be a workplace where people feel supported to do meaningful work, develop professionally and contribute to outcomes that matter to the people and places we serve. To learn more about who we are and the work we do, visit our About Us page. About the Role Reporting to the Manager Fleet Maintenance East, the Grade 4 District Mechanical Officer (OIC) manages the day-to-day activities at the workshop to ensure fleet assets are maintained in accordance with relevant plans, policies and procedures and ensuring appropriate industry standards and CFA maintenance procedures are adhered to. In addition, the Officer in Charge will determine work priorities and provide technical expertise to subordinate staff. Other responsibilities will include: Fiscal management including budget submission and expenditure performance monitoring Prepare and submit technical, financial and performance reports as required Monitor accuracy of records including labour accounting, materials usage, work performed and equipment technical data utilising relevant CFA software Provide effective leadership and foster a collaborative relationship between workshop staff, fleet engineering staff, district staff and volunteers Contribute to the continuous improvement of quality standards delivered by fleet maintenance ensuring best value for CFA About you The successful applicant will have the following: Qualifications: Qualified Motor Mechanic Heavy Rigid Drivers Licence Render Assistance to Others (First Aid Level 2) Qualified Licenced Vehicle tester (Heavy vehicles) Successful completion of management training relevant to a mechanical workshop Effective communication and reporting skills (both oral and written) Proven financial management ability and business acumen Demonstrated skills in generating maintenance, financial and equipment reports and ability to analyse data Knowledge of safe working practices and demonstrated commitment to Health, Safety and Environment including promoting a safety-first culture and maintaining a safe work environment Why choose CFA Meaningful Purpose: Your contribution truly makes a difference Work-Life Balance: Paid parental leave, generous leave provisions Flexibility: Hybrid work options with flexible work arrangements Discounts: Emergency Memberlink discounts on various services Wellbeing Focus: Health Ready programs, flu vaccinations * Member Assistance Program: Access support across 8 service pathways Your Application Click the ‘Apply' button to access our online application portal. You will be prompted to provide your personal and contact details and to respond to employment-related questions. When applying for a position with CFA, please include a cover letter and resume that clearly demonstrate your qualifications, experience and the key attributes and skills relevant to the role. Pre-employment Checks Offers of employment will only be made to candidates who are able to successfully complete a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check, Working Rights Check and hold a valid Working with Children Check. You will also be required to provide at least two professional references. Applications close: 11:59pm 25 May 2026. CFA is committed to creating and maintaining a diverse, inclusive, and safe volunteer and work environment. Our aim is to have a volunteer and paid workforce that reflects the community it serves. First Nations people, women, people of all ages, with disabilities and culturally and linguistically diverse people are encouraged to apply. If at any stage of the recruitment and selection process you require an alternative format to the application material or reasonable adjustment to the interview arrangements, please don't hesitate to contact the person listed on the ad or alternatively, email recruitment@cfa.vic.gov.au The Country Fire Authority (CFA) values your privacy. We will use the information you provide when you are applying for employment with us for the purpose of recruitment, selection, evaluation and appointment and to report on anonymised key metrics (e.g. diversity). The information we collect will be handled in accordance with privacy laws, including the Privacy and Data Protection Act 2014. You can view our Privacy Statement here. For access and correction of the information we have collected, contact recruitment@cfa.vic.gov.au
