Maintenance Worker

Permanent FullTime opportunity available (9 day fortnight, 38hours/week) Trade basedbackground – preferably carpentry or mechanicalfitter/welder LGE 5($61,167 per annum +superannuation) Why ChooseUs Townsville CityCouncil is the largest local government authority in NorthernAustralia. We are committed to creating value by growing Townsvillethrough driving economic diversity and generating an enrichinglifestyle. Our organisationprovides and maintains close to $9 billion worth of communityassets including water and wastewater network and treatment plants,bridges, drainage, roads, waste management, community facilities,sporting venues and more. We contribute to anactive lifestyle for our residents and visitors through events,providing recreational facilities, protecting the naturalenvironment and heritage, while creating a mentally and physicallyhealthy city. We are drivingeconomic diversity and cultivating an enriching lifestyle, growinga city for this and future generations by building a vibrant,sustainable and innovative city. Council’svision is for Townsville to be a connected, lifestyle driven andinnovation focused city while continuing to deliver serviceexcellence and to be led by our community to create an excitingtoday and future. OurVision: A globally connected community driven by lifestyleand nature. OurPurpose: Grow Townsville OurValues: Safety, Excellence, Respect, Value,Enjoyment About theRole Thisrole will: Fully maintain,install, inspect and repair all parks infrastructure and playequipment in accordance with approved drawings, specificationsand Australian Standards. Have a soundability to interpret plans and constructiondrawings. Have a broadworking knowledge of trade practices, relating to maintenanceof TCC assets. Hold a highproficiently to work in both an independent and team basesetting. Regularlyrequire robust problem-solving skills. Thisrole will work from the Dalrymple Road Depot. AboutYou Ourideal candidate will have: ConstructionIndustry White Card (30215 QLD). Trade basedbackground – preferably carpentry or mechanicalfitter/welder (Highly Desirable). Level 2Operational Playgrounds Inspection course. Demonstratedexperience in maintenance of play equipment to the necessaryAustralian Standards. Demonstratedability to use power tools to perform necessary workactivities. ChildSuitability (Blue Card), or ability to attain (role specificonly, not required for all roles How toApply Yourapplication can be submitted through the 'Apply' button. Pleaseinclude a cover letter (maximum 2 pages), outlining how yourskills, qualifications and experience would allow you to achievesuccess in this role. We also will require your resume and attachedcopies of any licences and qualifications as per the keyrequirements of the role. For furtherinformation review the PositionDescription. ClosingDate: 11.45pm, Monday 24 November 2025 What We Offer 17.5% annualleave loading Up to 5 weeksannual leave Up to 3 weeksPersonal/Carers Leave 14 weeks paidParental Leave Domestic andFamily Violence Leave Up to *13.5%Superannuation employer contribution for contributingmembers SalarySacrifice opportunities Learning andDevelopment opportunities FitnessPassport program offering discounted membership to selectedgym, pool, and yoga facilities EmployeeLoyalty Program offering discounts at selected localbusinesses EmployeeAssistance Program * The Councilcontribution to employees' superannuation for contributingemployees shall be 13.5% of the employees' ordinary time earningssubject to the employee contributing a minimum of 6% of theirordinary time earnings. We arecommitted to creating a safe and inclusive workplace where diversestyles, backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued,encouraged, and respected. People from diverse backgrounds(including but not limited to, Aboriginal and Torres StraitIslander, people with diverse gender identities and sexualities,people from different cultural and linguistic backgrounds, peoplewith disability, and veterans) are encouraged toapply All successfulcandidates are required to undergo drug and alcohol testing as partof the recruitment process. Please be aware Townsville City Councilhas a ‘zero tolerance’ policy to drugs and alcohol inthe workplace. If you need anyadjustments to be made to the recruitment process or if you wouldlike to discuss any accessibility requirements, pleasecontact**************@townsville.qld.gov.au or phone 9*** for a confidentialdiscussion. Be careful - Don’t provide your bank or credit card details when applying for jobs. Don't transfer any money or complete suspicious online surveys. If you see something suspicious, report this job ad . #J-18808-Ljbffr