Boilermaker - Workshop

• A varied and challenging role, will see the successful applicant conduct all aspects of work including boilermaking, sheet metal work and general repairs of Council's fleet of trucks, plant and miscellaneous equipment. 
• Competitive annual salary commencing at $77,448.28 plus up to 13% superannuation
• Great range of additional benefits, including health & wellness programs, salary sacrifice options, salary packaging arrangements and a fortnightly RDO.

About the Region

Gympie is at the heart of a rapidly expanding region which stretches from rural valleys in our western reaches to the Cooloola Coast, gateway to spectacular Fraser Island. Bordering Noosa and Fraser Coast Local Government areas, we are uniquely positioned to grow whilst still retaining our country charm.  Our borders with North and South Burnett, and the Somerset Local Government areas link with our rural lifestyle, where you can enjoy our picturesque smaller townships, or our abundant local history.  Our local festivals such as the Gympie Music Muster are renowned both nationally and internationally. 

For someone seeking a high quality of life, with pristine natural areas and spectacular beaches, all within reach of Noosa, the Sunshine Coast and Brisbane, we are offering this unique opportunity.

Remuneration: Annual salary commencing at 77,448.28 plus up to 13% superannuation

Closing Date: Sunday 4th June 2023 at 11.00pm AEST

No late applications will be accepted.  Only applications received via Council's online application system will be considered. Unsolicited applications from agencies will not be considered. 

Boilermaker 

Role Overview

To undertake, under the direction of the Workshop Supervisor- Gympie, and/or the delegated Leading Hand, all aspects of work including boiler making, sheet metal work and general repairs of Council’s fleet of trucks, plant and miscellaneous equipment. Planning and scheduling of workload and interaction with internal customers and stakeholders. The position requires fabrication and maintenance of equipment across the region for all council departments if required.

 Essential Knowledge & Skills:

•       Demonstrated ability to read and interpret engineering and civil construction drawings.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Manual handling skills.
• Experience in the maintenance of vehicles, heavy trucks and earthmoving equipment.
• Knowledge and experience in the use of various types of welding techniques and sheet metal works.
• Design equipment parts.
• Ability to use hand tools.

Essential Requirements:

• Trade certificate or higher qualification in Boiler Making
• Construction Industry White/Blue card
• Forklift Ticket
• Dogman Ticket

HR Licence would be highly regarded.

Position Description

For a full position description containing essential and desirable criteria, please click here. 

Who to Contact

For information regarding the requirements of this role, please contact the Coordinator Workshop, James Bulmer on 07-5481 0877 or email james.bulmer@gympie.qld.gov.au

For assistance lodging your application using Council's online system, please contact Council's Officer Recruitment, Sue Rossi on 07-5481 0971 or email sue.rossi@gympie.qld.gov.au

What we offer?

• Nine-day fortnight
• Access to employee health and well-being programs
• Fitness Passport: work out at over 25 local gyms for you and your family at a subsidised rate
• Long service leave after seven years
• Generous superannuation scheme of up to 13 per cent
• Access to salary sacrificing and salary packaging arrangements
• Employee assistance program offering free confidential counselling services for employees and their families.

Our Values

• Accountability
• Communication
• Customer Service Focused
• Integrity
• Teamwork and Collaboration

For a full explanation of our values please click here.  You will be assessed on your understanding of these values and how you have applied values such as these in your previous employment.

 Our Process

Successful applicants will be required to undertake various checks such as skills, qualifications, reference, medical and national police.

 Keen to apply

Keen to apply? Simply follow the instructions below:

1) Download and review the position description above
2) Complete the information below, as requested (please use an individualised email address as using another person's may effect your application, if you do not have one please follow this link to create a Gmail account)
3) Click 'APPLY'
4) Attach your resume, covering letter and a single document containing copies of your qualifications, licences or tickets as applicable.
5) Click 'NEXT' and 'CONFIRM'

Please note before continuing: It is advisable that you prepare your responses in a separate word or text document, saving your work as you go and that you then copy and paste this prepared information in the form before completing the application process. Please keep your responses to a maximum 300 words for each question.

Applications close on Sunday 4th June 2023 at 11.00pm AEST. No late applications will be accepted. Only applications received via Council's online application system will be considered.