Electrical Instrument Fitter

Electrical Instrument Fitter
Network Operations & Maintenance
Permanent Full Time
Salary is Competency based: 
C10 - C7
$81,845 - $88,260 (salary subject to qualifications and competencies outlined in the position description and is inclusive of an annualised allowance W415 - $13,494) + Superannuation 

Relocation assistance also on offer for suitable candidates + commuter use vehicle

Hervey Bay 

At Fraser Coast Regional Council our people are our most important asset and central to achieving our purpose of Building Better Communities Together.

Committed to providing quality services to our community, we strongly support an inclusive and values driven culture, recognising your individual skills, knowledge and talent. As part of this we have implemented our Leadership Development Program - Boss to Coach and create innovative solutions to labour shortages through our TEMPO program which has been recognised by our HR peers nationally in 2022 as well as winning the LGMA 2023 excellence in innovation award. We offer career and personal development, flexible working arrangements, novated leasing, employee discount program and many other great benefits. To see more about Council and what you could achieve working with us, please visit us on Linkedin 

What we are looking for:

We’re looking for an experienced Electrical Instrument Fitter to join our dedicated team. You’ll be responsible for providing electrical and instrumentation maintenance services to water and wastewater treatment plants, pump stations and associated infrastructure. As an Electrical Instrument Fitter you will be a key member of our Electrical Maintenance team, supporting the Principal Electrician and other team members, to ensure electrical safety, asset reliability and operating capacity. 

Please CLICK HERE to view a full Position Description.

You will be:

• a qualified, Electrical Fitter Mechanic or industrial electrician
• a great problem solver, you will have the ability to identify faults, respond to breakdowns and undertake repairs
• a team player with an interest in the Water Industry

What your day will look like: 

• Undertaking technical assessments on electrical and instrumentation assets
• Assisting the principal electrician with administration associated with the electrical section
• Undertaking maintenance and inspection work ensuring safety and reliability
• Exercising high level diagnostics on complex control systems and equipment
• Providing technical guidance to colleagues

What you’ll need for success:

• Electrical trade qualification at Certificate III (AQF 3) or above
• Must possess computer literacy and a solid understanding of telemetry systems
• Confined Space Certification (or ability to obtain prior to commencement)
• Current Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B and Tetanus immunisations (or ability to obtain prior to commencement)
• Current White Card
• Awareness of Safety
• Must demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate with diverse teams
• Current “C” drivers’ licence

What’s nice to have:

• Additional Instrumentation trade qualification at Certificate III (AQF 3) or above
• EEHA (Electrical Equipment for Hazardous Areas) certification
• Working at Heights certification
• Understanding of / experience in Telemetry systems
• Previous experience in maintaining Water / Wastewater treatment plants, pump stations and associated infrastructure
  
  

Benefits of working with Council: 

Committed to providing quality services to our community, we strongly support an inclusive and values driven culture, recognising your individual skills, knowledge and talent. As part of this we have implemented our Leadership Development Program, Boss to Coach.

We also create innovative solutions to labour shortages through our TEMPO program which has been recognised by our HR peers nationally in 2022, as well as winning the LGMA 2023 Excellence in Innovation award.

To see more about Council and what you could achieve working with us, please visit us on Linkedin. 

What we offer:

• Learning and Development opportunities
• Flexible working arrangements,
• Up to 12% employer super contribution
• Study assistance program
• Reward and recognition
• 24/7 access to Employee Assistance Program
• Vaccinations
• Paid Emergency Services leave
  
  

APPLY NOW: 

Applications close 11pm on Sunday 22nd September 2024. – subject to change pending qualified applications received.

A cover letter outlining your suitability for the role, and a current resume is required.

For further details please contact the Manager Assets & Maintenance Matthew Keleher on 07 4194 7629 or Acting Principal Electrician Daniel Gossip on 0400 694 027 during business hours only.