Job Description

Carpentry & Building Maintenance Assistant

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Asset Management | Building/Construction

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Company Information

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The Shire of Esperance, located 750km from Perth on WesternAustralia's south east coast, comprises some of the mostspectacular landscapes and beaches in WA. The Shire employs over 300 people in a diverse range of roles, making us one of the largest employers in the region. Employees enjoy generous benefits including 5 weeks annual leave, health and wellbeing initiatives, opportunities for career progression, and work life balance.

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All employees strive to embody the Shire's values of Professionalism, Respect, Integrity, Dedication and Excellence in contributing to the community, making Esperance a great place to live and work.

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About the Job

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There is an exciting opportunity with the Projects & Building Teamfor a Carpentry & Building Maintenance Assistant. Provide trade support to the Building Maintenance Supervisor. Required to undertake a range of activities principally repairing, maintaining and monitoring condition of Council building assets and infrastructure.

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Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

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- Undertakes routine inspection of council buildings, reporting any defects and repair needs, to Building Maintenance Supervisor for work/repair orders.
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- Responds to building damage/defects notified by tenants of leased Council premises, assessing the problem reported and rectifying in efficient manner.
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- May be required to assist in building construction undertaken, by working in trade qualified capacity.
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This is a permanent full time position, working 85 hours per week.

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About you

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In order to succeed and thrive in this position, you must have:

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- Trade certificate in carpentry or equivalent experience.
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- 3-5 years practical experience in the building trade industry.
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- Demonstrated ability to show initiative, be adaptable and deal effectively with trade related issues.
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Benefits

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Salary: $101,397.61 per annum (including overtime)

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Permanent staff are entitled to:

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- 5 weeks annual leave per year
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- Rostered Day Off (RDO) every second Friday.
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- Minimum of 12% superannuation employer contribution
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- Superannuation co-contribution offered to a maximum of 5%
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- Free access to the Bay of Isles Leisure Centre (pool & gym)
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- Access to career development opportunities
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- Uniform allowance
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- Flexible work arrangements
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- Employee wellness initiatives including Employee Assistance Program, skin checks and flu vaccinations
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Applications close on Sunday 23 August 2026 at 6.00pm

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The successful applicant must be able to pass a pre-employment medical examination, including drug and alcohol screening test to be considered for the role.

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The Shire of Esperance is an Equal Chance Employer

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