Fitter
Reference Number: 12662
Salary: $64,176.31 per annum
Location: Magazine Street Depot
Closing: Friday 23rd November 2018 

We offer the following benefits: 

• 9 Day Fortnight
• 5 weeks annual leave
• 12% contribution to superannuation
• Annual leave loading
• Subsidised uniform allowance
• Subsidised health and well-being membership (gym / swimming pool)
• On-going opportunities for learning and professional development 

Primary objectives of the position: To maintain Water & Waste’s mechanical installations equipment infrastructure.

To be successful in this role you will require: 

• Trade qualified fitter and turner.
• Queensland MR Driver's Licence
• Experience in on-site repair and maintenance of fixed and mobile plant and equipment.
• Demonstrated ability to work as a member of a team.
• Demonstrate skills mentoring/sharing with apprentices and co-workers.

For a full listing of the Key Duties & Responsibilities and full Selection Criteria you must go to our website: https://cairnsqld.mercury.com.au

How to Apply:

Your application must be submitted online and must consist of the following:

• Cover Letter addressing the three main elements as detailed in the full selection criteria.
• Copy of your Resume.

Applications not addressing the full selection criteria will not be accepted.

Pre-Employment Assessment: 
As part of the selection process applicants may be required to undertake some or all of the following pre‑employment assessments / checks:-  

• Pre‑employment medical, which will include a functional capacity assessment and drug and alcohol test.
• National police / criminal history check.
• Practical Assessment
• Numeracy and Literacy Assessment
• Computer Skills Assessment
• Qualification / Licence Verification
• Working with Children & Young People (Blue Card) Verification
• Right to Work in Australia Check
• Directorship Check

Employment Eligibility:
To be eligible to apply for a position at Cairns Regional Council, you must fulfil one of the following criteria:-

• Permanent resident of Australia
• Australian Citizen
• New Zealand Citizen
• Entitlement to work visa