Mechanical Fitter (201121)
Permanent Full Time - 38 hours per week
$75,801.88 Annually + up to 12% super
RCC Employee's Level 7
Redland City Council offers you the chance to improve lives and shape your own career… in a truly special place.
Join our team as a Mechanical Fitter!
As the Mechanical Fitter you will ensure the effective day to day operation, maintenance, monitoring of Pumping Stations and Wastewater Treatment Plants across Redland City. You will work as part of a team while maintaining a harmonious and productive workplace.
About us:
At Redland City Council, we are committed to serving our community with excellence. We believe in fostering an inclusive, diverse, and innovative work culture where every individual is valued and empowered to contribute their best. You’ll enjoy diverse work and opportunities to grow, working in a truly special community and a region of outstanding natural beauty. In return for your passion and commitment to moving Redland Coast forward, we offer great benefits and the balance you need to bring the best you.
Guided by our Values, your responsibilities will include:
- Being responsible for implementing and complying with Council's Workplace Health and Safety and Environmental Protection requirements.
- Providing accurate technical advice and knowledge to internal and external stakeholders.
- Monitoring SCADA and Telemetry Systems.
- Undertaking various administration functions.
We would love to hear from you or someone you know who:
- Preferably has experience/willing to learn operating, maintaining and repairing Pump Stations in an efficient, effective and timely manner.
- Can bring their knowledge of environmental issues, practices and legal requirements relevant to the environmental impacts of the onsite operations.
- Work well in a team environment and independently.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Strong problem solving/fault finding skills.
- Is capable to perform a variety of administrative functions where you will be required to use a computer.
More reasons to love working with us:
- Generous leave provisions such as paid parental leave and purchased leave scheme including 17.5% loading on annual leave!
- Ex-gratia day offered during the Christmas/New Year break.
- Access to professional and leadership development programs and education/study assistance.
- Mentoring and coaching opportunities to increase your industry knowledge and business acumen.
- Diverse secondment opportunities for career development.
- Reward and recognition programs.
- Wellbeing programs and social club.
- Access to discounts with over 400 leading retailers.
- Uniform, tools & PPE supplied.
- Fortnightly rostered day off.
- Fortnightly pay cycle.
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Eligibility
- You'll have trade qualifications as a Mechanical Fitter or equivalent.
- You'll have a current MR Class Driver's Licence, or be willing to obtain it within your probation period.
- You'll be able to participate in the Water & Waste Operations after hours on call roster in a Level 1 response role (on-site and/or remote response), and availability for site related operations over weekends, public holidays or other overtime work.
- You'll hold a Construction Industry Safety Induction Card, or be willing to obtain it within your probation period.
- You'll have the ability to obtain and retain a Confined Space Entry certification.
- To be eligible for employment, applicants must have the legal right to work in Australia.
Ready to join us
Applications will only be accepted through Council’s Web Recruitment system or through OURspace for current Council employees. Hard copy and e-mailed applications will not be accepted.
To be considered, applicants must submit a:
- Cover letter (one page); and
- Current resume that demonstrates how you meet the requirements of this role. Please read the Position Description and resume-based application instructions before applying for this role.
RCC utilises a merit-based recruitment process which may include various testing methods, such as psychometric testing and requesting the submission of a short video application from candidates after the advertisement closes.
Specific information on the position (201121) can be obtained by contacting Martin Smyth on 0409 638 280. Applications for this position close at 11:59 p.m. Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) on 06/04/2025.
At Redland City Council, we truly value the diverse skills, experiences and perspectives of our people. We’re focused on making Council an inclusive place, where everyone belongs and brings in new skills, diverse experiences and backgrounds that enable us to serve our community better.
Applications will not be accepted from a third party.
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