Building Tradesperson

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QUILPIE SHIRE COUNCIL VALUES

Everything Council does is underpinned by its values which define the culture of the Organisation and the behaviours that shape our interaction with the community and each other. Our values are Respect; Communication; Fun and Humour; Pride; Trust and Teamwork.

Position Objective / Overview

To undertake construction, maintenance and inspection of Council owned buildings and facilities, and to provide quality service and advice on building and facilities to Council's customers.

Key Accountabilities / Duties

• Undertake construction and maintenance tasks and repairs as directed by the Structures and Concrete Supervisor;
• Provide work progress reports to the Structures and Concrete Supervisor;
• Manage Council's electrical goods test and tag program;
• Assist with the preparation of building specifications and provide estimates for building projects;
• Assist Officers in the inspection and programming of Council buildings maintenance;
• Respond promptly and professionally to work requests; and
• Any other duties and responsibilities as requested by the Structures and Concrete Supervisor or Director of Engineering Services within the skill set of the incumbent.

WORK ENVIRONMENT and PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Work duties are primarily performed in an outdoor environment and regularly exposed to changing weather conditions. The position requires the capability to work outdoors, particularly in the hot and humid local climate. The position also requires the physical capability to perform manual labouring tasks such as climbing, shoveling, lifting, bending, twisting, pushing, squatting, reaching, and stretching.

The Building Tradesperson is required to supply their own tooling and will be paid a tool allowance in accordance with the Queensland Local Government Industry (Stream C) Award - State 2017.

WH&S DUTY STATEMENT

All employees have a duty under Section 28 of the Workplace Health and Safety Act 2011.

While at work, all Quilpie Shire Council workers must:

• Take reasonable care for their own health and safety;
• Take reasonable care that their acts or omissions do not adversely affect the health and safety of others;
• Comply, so far as reasonably able, with any reasonable instruction given by the person conducting the business or undertaking to comply with the Act;
• Co-operate with any reasonable policy or procedure of the person conducting the business or undertaking relating to health or safety at the workplace.

Organisational Accountabilities

In addition to the key duties, the incumbent is responsible for adhering to Council's Employee Code of Conduct, policies, legislative requirements, and supporting the Council's Corporate Plan and objectives, including our commitment to Workplace Health and Safety.

This position description indicates the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not comprehensive of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required. Tasks and responsibilities may vary day-to-day within the employee's skills, competence, and training.

Skills and Experiences:

Essential

QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and EXPERIENCE

• Possession of a Building Trade certificate or similar;
• Current General Construction Induction Card;
• Current Queensland 'C' Class Driver's Licence; and
• Sound communication skills.

Desirable

• Knowledge of relevant legislation and government policies relating to asbestos management;
• Test and Tag licence (or willing to obtain).

Seniority level: Entry level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Management and Manufacturing

Industries: Government Administration

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