Mechanical Tradesperson

ABOUT THE ROLE

Please read all information carefully before applying.

The focus of this position is to contribute to the operational objectives of the financial and managerial accounting functions of Council’s Finance Section by supervising and undertaking a range of accounting and financial activities.

Employment Status:  Full Time, Permanent

Award:  C10 - C8 of the Queensland Local Government Industry (Stream A) Award – State 2017

Salary Range: $2,801.20 - $2,988.90 gross per fortnight based on skills and experience

ABOUT YOU

The successful candidate will have:

| Essential Knowledge, skills and abilities |

• Relevant knowledge and experience of repair and maintenance activities for various fixed and mobile plant and equipment, including trucks, earthmoving equipment, light vehicles, and small plant.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Sound computer skills.
• Good organisational skills and the ability to determine work priorities.
• Ability to work within a team environment.

| Essential Education/Qualifications |

• Trade Certificate Motor or Diesel Heavy Vehicle Mechanics, or other relevant trade industry qualifications with experience.
• General Safety Induction Certificate (Construction Industry) “Blue/White Card”.

| Essential Licences |

• Possession and maintenance of a current Queensland ‘C’ Class Driver Licence.
• Refrigerant handling licence.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/POSITION ENVIRONMENT

• Ability to work in an outdoor environment exposed to inclement weather.
• This position is required to carry out moderate to heavy manual handling and labouring tasks.
• 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.
• 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, please view the Position Description.

For enquiries in relation to this vacancy, please call 07 4761 5300 or email.

CLOSING DATE

Open until filled.

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