Carpenter (2987)

Livingstone Shire council is recruiting for a permanent full time skilled trade qualified Carpenter to join Council’s Facilities Management team.  This role reports to the Supervisor Facilities Maintenance and  involves performing a variety of carpentry tasks, including construction, maintenance, and repairs of Council assets. The successful candidate will work on minor capital building projects and maintenance activities, ensuring high standards of workmanship and safety at all times. Candidates will be required to demonstrate how their experience meets the position responsibilities and requirements as outlined in the position description. 

Successful candidates will have sound knowledge of carpentry and concrete methods related to project construction and will be able to demonstrated their knowledge of current building codes and work health and safety legislation. Our carpenters play a key role in promoting safety at work, and leading by example through safe work practices, sharing safety experiences and reporting.  

In this position, you will manage your time effectively and assist with planning, setting priorities, and organising work to meet expectations and deadlines and deliver high-quality customer service.

A career in local government can be rewarding, offering a combination of stability, benefits, and the opportunity to make a positive impact on the community.  If you are looking for a change and for a position that will challenge you but also provide fulfillment and job satisfaction, consider applying today! 

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Certificate III in Carpentry and experience undertaking a range of carpentry and building construction tasks including maintenance activities on various assets and operations relation to the position; and
• Possess and maintain a Construction Induction (White Card).
• Possess and maintain a current motor vehicle drivers licence.
• Possess or have the ability to obtain a Working at Heights Certificate.
• Possess or have the ability to obtain First Aid Certification.