INF-L111 Trades Assistant

ABOUT THE ROLE

Please read all information carefully before applying.

The focus of this position is to provide assistance to the workshop and fleet team in the repair, replacement and management of council's Fleet.

As with all positions the incumbent must model and comply with the values and standards as set out in Council's Corporate Plan and undertake the role of Council's Trades Assistant - Workshop in accordance with corporate governance and current legislation.

Employment Status:  Full Time, Limited Tenure (Up to 6 Months)

Award: Level C14 – C11 of the Queensland Local Government Industry (Stream C) Award – State 2017

Salary Range: $2, $2,408.90 gross per fortnight.

ABOUT YOU

The successful candidate will have:

• General knowledge in on or more of the following areas:

• Automotive, small engine or heavy mechanical repair and maintenance

• Auto electrical repair and maintenance
• Boiler making or Fabrication

• Plant and Machinery operation

• Ability to meet the physical requirements of the position.

• Ability to carry out tasks of a routine nature in accordance with established procedures.
• Demonstrated ability to safely and competently operate a variety of handheld tools, plant & equipment.
• Ability to work effectively under general supervision either individually or as part of a team.
• Good organisational skills, effective time management and the ability to determine work priorities within a team environment.
• Sound verbal and written communication skills.
• Sound computer skills with knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite of applications.

| Essential Knowledge, skills and abilities |

• Possession of General Safety Induction Certificate (Construction Industry) "White Card".

| Essential Education/Qualifications |

• Completion of Year 10 secondary schooling or equivalent.
• Asbestos and Silica awareness training or ability to undertake training.
• Possession of White card (Construction Safety Card).

| Essential Licences |

• Possession of or ability to obtain a current Queensland 'MR' Class manual Drivers Licence.
• Possession of or ability to obtain a LF (Forklift) High Risk Work License

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/POSITION ENVIRONMENT

• This position requires the incumbent to undertake field work exposed to inclement weather.
• The ability to carry out the physical requirements of the position – manual handling, physical labour.
• This position may be required to work weekends and/or overtime as directed.
• This position may be required to work and camp throughout the Council region.
• This position may be required to work on a rotational roster of early and late shifts in each fortnightly pay period.
• Council is committed to providing and maintaining a safe and healthy workplace. This includes taking all steps that are reasonably practicable to prevent the spread of preventable occupational diseases. In accordance with Councils P0199 Vaccinations and Health Monitoring Procedure, positions exposed to occupational diseases will be subject to the Workplace Immunisation Program.

MORE INFORMATION & QUESTIONS

Council is committed to building an inclusive culture that respects and promotes human rights and diversity and acknowledges that we respectfully journey together to aspire to be an inclusive and capable organisation. We are an equal employment opportunity employer and place value on our diverse workforce. We encourage applicants representing all genders, ethnicities, ages, languages, sexual orientations, people with a disability, and those with family responsibilities to apply.

For further information, view the Position Description.

For enquiries in relation to this vacancy, please call or email.

CLOSING DATE

11:59pm Tuesday, 9 September 2025

Late applications will only be accepted at the discretion of the Chief Executive Officer.

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