Mechanical Fitter

Are you an experienced Mechanical Fitter looking for a stable and fulfilling role that lets you return home every night? Join our team at Mackay Regional Council, where your skills will directly support our community by maintaining and improving vital water infrastructure.

About this opportunity:

We are seeking a talented Mechanical Fitter to join our Water Network and Wastewater Treatment team. In this role, you'll conduct maintenance and repairs on mechanical infrastructure across our water and wastewater assets. If you have experience in the water industry, it's a definite advantage

Essential Qualifications, Experience & Skills:

• Trade qualification as a Mechanical Fitter.
• Medium Rigid (MR) driver's licence (QLD).
• White Card (Construction).
• Hands-on experience with pumps, control valves, pneumatic systems, dosing systems, and other water industry equipment.
• Strong organisational and reporting skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to foster teamwork and resolve conflicts.

Special Requirements:

• Participation in a 24/7 on-call roster (1 out of 4 weeks).
• Immunisation required for Tetanus, Hep A & Hep B*.
• Qualifications in First Aid & CPR or the ability to attain them.
• Some overtime will be required.

*Council is committed to the safety of its employees and requires an immunisation program for identified roles. The successful applicant will be required to attend a post-employment immunisation assessment, by a health practitioner nominated and paid for by the Council.

If you're ready to take on this rewarding role and contribute to the maintenance of our essential water infrastructure, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now to join our dedicated team and make a difference in the community

Why work for Mackay Regional Council?

Mackay Regional Council is a dynamic, progressive and financially sound local government. We have responsibility for $3.5 billion worth of assets and employ almost 1200 dedicated staff in a vibrant, rapidly growing region where sugar, mining, beef, tourism and retail drive the economy. Mackay is located halfway between Brisbane and Cairns and is truly the heart of Queensland, covering 7,622 square kilometres of rainforest, Natural Parks, historic townships, miles of golden beaches and more than 70 tropical islands. The Region boasts a vibrant economy offering an idyllic lifestyle on the Central Queensland coast, from picturesque beaches and nearby island resorts to beautiful rainforests. The Region has a great climate coupled with high quality education and health facilities.

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In exchange for your expertise, Mackay Regional Council will provide:

• Weekly remuneration including annualised allowances, ensuring your salary is attractive and consistent week in, week out, 52 weeks per annum
• Based on Stream C Award - Building Trades Level C7, the total remuneration package available is $107,639.25 and is made up of:
• Base salary of $74,242.35
• Trade Allowance of $3,525.52
• Annualised overtime allowance of $11,806.86
• Annualised live sewer allowance of $18,065.00

This equates to an approximate weekly salary of $2, gross).

In addition to the above, you will also receive:

• 12% Superannuation on your base salary and live sewer allowance, with the option to make your own additional voluntary contributions
• 17.5% leave loading on your base salary, meaning your weekly salary will increase when you take your annual leave

In addition to the above, we also offer the following benefits:

• Flexible work arrangements with an RDO, giving you a 9 day fortnight roster.
• Opportunities for salary sacrificing options.
• Membership to lifestyle benefits program including corporate discounts.
• Study and assistance programs for career development.
• Learning and career development opportunities.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Employee health and wellbeing initiatives.
• Active Social Clubs.

Want to know more about this role?

View the Position Description (PD) for this role in the document attachments of this vacancy

How to apply:

Submit your cover letter and resume detailing your relevant experience. If applying through a third-party platform, you'll be redirected to the Mackay Regional Council Careers website to complete your application.

Applications Close:

Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity, the position may close earlier than expected. Submit your application today to avoid missing out on this fantastic career prospect.

Having troubles submitting your application?

Reach out to one of our friendly Recruitment Officers by phoning 1300 MACKAY

***Important information for applicants:

To be considered for this position, all candidates must have the appropriate working rights for Australia, Please visit Mackay Regional Council - Careers at council webpage regarding International Applicant criteria. Your Australian work rights will be verified during the recruitment process.

Applicants who progress beyond the interview stage will be required to undergo a pre-employment process, which includes comprehensive Pre-Employment Medical Assessments (inclusive of Drug and Alcohol testing).

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer, where all applicants are treated fairly and respectfully and have equal access to all available opportunities. At Mackay Regional Council, diversity is about creating a respectful and inclusive workplace that recognises our employees' unique contributions and perspectives, working together to deliver extraordinary results.