Shade Sail Installer / General Labourer

Pickers Vinyl and Canvas Pty Ltd; Cairns Regional; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Pickers Vinyl and Canvas Pty Ltd – Cairns QLD is seeking a hands-on Construction Labourer to join our installation team. You will support residential and commercial projects throughout Cairns and surrounding regions, installing shade sails, blinds and related structures.

You will undertake excavation, footing preparation and concrete work, using power tools and precise measuring equipment. A strong safety focus, teamwork and reliability are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Must be able to undertake manual labour and heavy lifting.
• Good communication skills and team focus.
• Follow instructions and work safely at all times.
• Construction White Card and Working at Heights required.

Responsibilities

• Install shade sails, posts, roof fittings, outdoor blinds and waterproof covers.
• Undertake manual and mechanical excavation work.
• Prepare and pour concrete footings.
• Handle and install steelwork and support structures.
• Work safely at heights using ladders and harness systems.
• Use power tools, laser levels and measuring equipment.
• Record job progress and site information.
• Maintain a safe, organised and productive work environment.

Skills

Manual labour

Teamwork

Safety conscious

Attention to detail

Education

Construction White Card

Working at Heights Certification

Driver's licence

Tools

Power tools

Laser levels

Measuring tools

Concrete equipment

Job description

Pickers Vinyl and Canvas Pty Ltd – Cairns QLD

Working alongside our experienced installation team, you will be involved in a variety of residential and commercial projects throughout Cairns and the surrounding region.

Key responsibilities

Installing shade sails, posts, roof fittings, outdoor blinds and waterproof covers

Undertaking manual and mechanical excavation work

Preparing and pouring concrete footings

Handling and installing steelwork and support structures

Working safely at heights using ladders and harness systems

Using power tools, laser levels and measuring equipment

Recording job progress and site information

Maintaining a safe, organised and productive work environment

About you

A current Australian manual driver's licence (essential)

Good physical fitness and the ability to undertake manual labour and heavy lifting

Confidence using power tools and basic construction equipment

The ability to follow instructions and work safely

Good communication skills and a team-focused attitude

Reliability, punctuality and attention to detail

A willingness to learn new skills and take on responsibility

Construction White Card

Working at Heights Certification

Excavator operator competency/ticket (highly regarded but not essential)

Previous experience in construction, shade sail installation, steelwork or similar trades (highly regarded but not essential)

About us

With over 40 years of experience in Far North Queensland, Pickers Vinyl & Canvas is a well-established, locally owned business specialising in the design, manufacture and installation of shade sails, blinds, awnings, banners and custom canvas products.

Consistent work, approximately 38 hours per week

Monday to Friday working hours, with overtime available during busy periods

Opportunity to transition into permanent full-time employment for the right candidate

A supportive and experienced team environment

Variety of residential and commercial installation projects

On-the-job training and opportunities to develop your skills

The stability of an established, locally owned Cairns business

Join Pickers Vinyl & Canvas and become part of a team that takes pride in delivering quality work across Far North Queensland.