Carpenter/ Handyperson

Mount Isa; Mount Isa City; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Mount Isa City Council invites applications for a hands-on Carpentry and Facilities Maintenance role. You will contribute to the construction, maintenance and servicing of Council buildings, facilities and infrastructure across the Mount Isa area.

The successful candidate will be trade-qualified in carpentry with demonstrated maintenance experience, strong safety practices and the ability to work across multiple sites, including emergency repairs and preventative tasks.

Qualifications

• Trade-qualified with demonstrated experience in an equivalent role or similar.
• Demonstrated experience in maintenance procedures and preventative maintenance.
• Sound literacy and numeracy to maintain servicing records and timesheets.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate, schedule and complete carpentry works.
• Monitor cost and quality of projects and report to Facilities Coordinator.

Skills

Carpentry

Maintenance procedures

Reading plans

Teamwork

Education

Trade qualification (carpentry)

Job description

Job Description

This position is responsible for the construction, general maintenance and servicing of Council owned

building, facilities and infrastructure throughout the Mount Isa City Council area., This position is responsible for the following areas and includes but is not limited to:

• The coordination, scheduling and completion of carpentry related works.
• To monitor and progress, cost and quality of projects and report regularly to Coordinator, Facilities
• To ensure all works are carried out in accordance with Statutory and Council requirements.
• To provide technical advice within the scope of this position, to the relevant Team Leaders in relation to maintenance and upgrading of Council building assets.
• Undertake maintenance and repair duties on Council owned houses.
• Undertake repair work, emergency maintenance and preventative maintenance for all Council facilities.
• Ensure that all repairs and maintenance to the building assets are carried out in a professional manner, ensuring the facilities are presented in the best possible standard.
• Work at various locations throughout the Council area.
• Maybe required on occasions to undertake relief work for other positions if suitably qualified, experienced and ticketed.
• Prepare estimates, programs and progress reports within the scope of this position as required.
• Attend meetings, workshops and training sessions as required.
• Identify and record any problems relating to product, process and quality systems on job files when applicable.
• Initiate, recommend or provide solutions to problems identified and inform the supervisor.
• Provide on the job technical experience, when required.
• Set out in accordance with plans and specifications.
• Fulfil obligations and responsibilities of this position as identified in the Mount Isa City Council Workplace Health and Safety Management Plan
• Operate equipment safely and confidently and ensure that pre-start checks are done each morning.
• Ability to follow lawful instructions and work in a team environment.
• Safe handling of hand tools and other hand operated equipment.
• There are no mandatory qualifications or requirements for this position. However, Council values the enhanced work performance which may be gained from the expanded knowledge base and skills acquired during formal tertiary training and encourage both existing and potential staff to participate in lifelong learning.

KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS

• All assigned tasks are conducted in a timely and effective manner.
• Understands and complies with Councils policies and procedures
• Accountable for positive health and safety practices

WORK HEALTH AND SAFETY

All employees of Council have an obligation to comply with Work Health and Safety legislation including Council's Work Health policies, procedures, and work instructions.,

• We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
• All workers of Council are responsible for the wellbeing, physical, emotional and cultural safety of the children and young people who receive our services.
• All workers are expected to act in accordance with the Child Safe Organisations Act 2024, including the Child Safe Standards and Universal Principle in their physical and online interactions with children and young people, including outside the course of their work for the Council.
• All workers are subject to the Reportable Conduct Scheme and its obligations as per the Child Safe Organisations Act 2024. Learn more about our commitment to being a Child Safe Organisation on our website.

About the Candidate

• Trade qualified with demonstrated experience in an equivalent role or similar.
• Demonstrated experience in maintenance procedures and the ability to undertake preventative maintenance.
• Sound literacy and numeracy skills necessary to maintain servicing records and completion of timesheets and other relevant documentation.
• Demonstrated working knowledge of Workplace Health and Safety practices and promote a positive safety culture within the Council.
• Self-motivated with strong time management skills and the ability to work well within a team environment and with minimal or no supervision.

Work Environment

When joining Mount Isa City Council, you are provided with pathways and opportunities to grow and achieve your potential.

• Eligible employees can access our Employee Assistance Program
• elect to join our free Immunisation Program
• and enjoy sporting reimbursement opportunities
• Full-time employees receive 5 weeks annual leave (pro-rata to part-time employees, not applicable to casual employment) to enjoy time outside the workplace!

WE AT ISA…

We consider our values vital in how we serve our community.

Mount Isa City Council's values are Integrity, Service and Accountability.