The Position

The Maintenance Fitter, reporting to the Supervisor Mechanical Maintenance Water, will work collaboratively with the Water Services team to achieve the safe and efficient delivery of water and wastewater treatment services to customers. This role will undertake activities at a number of diverse areas including wastewater and water treatment plants, sewerage pumping stations, waste transfer stations, Council’s swimming pools and chlorinated water disinfection sites.

About You

Certificate III in Engineering or Mechanical Trade (Fitting and Machining) required.

Previous experience in the water industry, specifically with water pumps and mechanical plant.

Proven ability in installation, modification, and commissioning of machines, plant, and infrastructure.

Skilled in metal turning, milling, and shaping techniques.

Experience with BIG, BBAW, and OAW processes.

You will take pride in your work; enjoy working in a team environment; take on challenges with enthusiasm; and place a priority on creating a safe and constructive working environment.

You must also have a Current “C” class drivers’ licence for this role. – See a full list of the essential and desirable Selection Criteria, in the Position Description.

Employee Benefits

$60,816-$67,189 p.a. plus super and allowances

Fortnightly RDO

5 Weeks Annual Leave

3 Weeks Personal Leave

PPE supplied

Apply Now

All applications must be submitted via the Cassowary Coast Regional Council website by 7.30pm Monday 30 June 2025.

On our website, review further position information and submit your application via the Apply button for this role, ensuring you include:

· Cover Letter addressing the selection criteria

· Current Resume showcasing relevant skills, experience and qualifications

· Copies of Licences/Qualifications

Successful applicants will be required to complete a drug and alcohol screen and a full medical to ensure their fitness to perform the requirements of this position.

Any Questions

If you have questions after reading the information on our website, or you are having difficulty viewing the position online, please contact us: People & Safety, P: (07) 4030 2216 or E: [email protected]

Cassowary Coast Regional Council is strengthened by diversity and we celebrate our inclusive workplace culture that brings great value to our organisation and community as a whole. We promote and apply equality of opportunity throughout our recruitment process and encourage applications from all sectors of the community.

This includes people with a disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, culturally, religiously and linguistically diverse people, young people, older people, women, and people who identify as gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, intersex or queer.