Position Type:
Permanent, full-time position
Application Close Date:
Thursday, 10 September ****
Contribute to the upkeep of various facilities across the Mareeba Shire
Support skilled tradespeople with maintenance and repair duties
Enjoy a dynamic role with a mix of tasks, from maintenance to mowing
Engage in physically demanding tasks while ensuring safety and cleanliness
About Mareeba Shire Council
Located in beautiful Far North Queensland where the rainforest meets the Outback, the Mareeba Shire provides an idyllic, regional lifestyle with the convenience of being only an hour from an international airport, cafes, restaurants, theatres and tropical beaches in the regional city of Cairns.
Mareeba Shire Council is a high-performing, community-focussed organisation with over 200 dedicated staff. Our recent budget was praised in the media for its considered and sensible approach, demonstrating our commitment to financial responsibility and community investment. This is a unique opportunity to join a well-regarded council making a real impact across the region.
The role
The Trades Assistant (Facilities) is responsible for general maintenance, mowing and rubbish collection at various depots, aerodromes and facilities in the Mareeba Shire. This position provides assistance to the Facilities Tradesperson as required.
The position calls for physically demanding work to be undertaken in a hot and humid climate on a daily basis. As such, it is the responsibility of the Trades Assistant (Facilities) to ensure they are physically fit and able to efficiently and consistently undertake these tasks. This includes a requirement to maintain their weight at or below the Safe Working Load (SWL) for the seat of the machinery and equipment the position is required to operate.
What we are looking for
You will work well in a small team environment,



have sound oral and written communication skills and be able to work with limited supervision.
You will:
Have an understanding of construction and maintenance methods and be able to identify and troubleshoot problems
Have a good understanding of the suitable selection and use of relevant construction tools and materials
Be able to apply secure work practices including manual handling techniques, operating power tools and follow WHS procedures and policies
Hold a current Queensland C class driver's licence and a current Queensland Construction Industry White Card
The role is physically demanding and requires you to be physically fit and will be subject to the satisfactory completion of a pre-employment medical assessment.
You will be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, Australian permanent resident or have unrestricted work rights in Australia. You must be able to provide evidence that you can legally work in Australia upon request. Mareeba Shire Council does not offer employer visa sponsorship.
What we can offer you
Permanent, full-time position
LGEA Level 3 - $59,981 per annum
Mareeba Allowance of $2,080 per annum
12% employer superannuation contributions
5 weeks annual leave with 17.5% leave loading
Work life balance - 9 day fortnight
Lifestyle benefits such as access to Fitness Passport, discounted health insurance, gift cards and corporate banking
Learning and development opportunities
Salary sacrificing options
For further information
Please refer to the Position Description, or contact
Catherine Harrison, Coordinator Facilities
, on
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(during business hours only).
Mareeba Shire Council is committed to the principles of Equal Opportunity and workplace diversity. We encourage a diverse workforce reflective of our community to better meet the needs of our customers.
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📌 Trades Assistant (Facilities) (Queensland)
🏢 Mareeba Shire Council
📍 Queensland