Carpenter (2987) – Permanent Full Time

About Us

The Livingstone Shire sits nestled along the beautiful Capricorn Coast and covers approximately 11,776 square kilometres, with a population of almost 41,000 residents. Livingstone Shire Council was created in 2013 and employs approximately 350 people.

Livingstone and the Capricorn Coast is a relaxed coastal environment in which connecting with family, friends and the community is a high priority. The area has an abundance of natural features including countless beaches with sheltered swimming, picturesque national parks, pristine rainforests and idyllic offshore islands, making it an ideal place to live. Our beaches, bushes and tropical rainforests are second to none and have been specifically preserved, designed and transformed to show the unique, untouched charm of Livingstone.

Livingstone Shire Council promotes a positive culture in the workplace with all staff demonstrating high standards of Accountability, Teamwork, Community, Potential and Positivity. These values and behaviours set the standard for Council and are embodied throughout the organisation.

The Role

Livingstone Shire council is recruiting for a permanent full time skilled trade qualified Carpenter to join Council’s Facilities Management team. This role reports to the Supervisor Facilities Maintenance and involves performing a variety of carpentry tasks, including construction, maintenance, and repairs of Council assets. The successful candidate will work on minor capital building projects and maintenance activities, ensuring high standards of workmanship and safety at all times. Candidates will be required to demonstrate how their experience meets the position responsibilities and requirements as outlined in the position description.

Successful candidates will have sound knowledge of carpentry and concrete methods related to project construction and will be able to demonstrated their knowledge of current building codes and work health and safety legislation. Our carpenters play a key role in promoting safety at work, and leading by example through safe work practices, sharing safety experiences and reporting.

In this position, you will manage your time effectively and assist with planning, setting priorities, and organising work to meet expectations and deadlines and deliver high-quality customer service.

A career in local government can be rewarding, offering a combination of stability, benefits, and the opportunity to make a positive impact on the community. If you are looking for a change and for a position that will challenge you but also provide fulfillment and job satisfaction, consider applying today!

To be successful in this role, you will have:

Certificate III in Carpentry and experience undertaking a range of carpentry and building construction tasks including maintenance activities on various assets and operations relation to the position; and

Possess and maintain a Construction Induction (White Card).

Possess and maintain a current motor vehicle drivers licence.

Possess or have the ability to obtain a Working at Heights Certificate.

Possess or have the ability to obtain First Aid Certification.

Why join us?

Annual Salary –$72,408 (inclusive of site, tool and leading hand allowances)(QLGIA (Stream C) BT1);

12% superannuation—we’re invested in your future;

Salary packaging options—to help you make the most of your earnings.

Fortnightly RDOs—because balance matters;

Training and development opportunities; and

Strong safety culture – See. Stop. Report

To apply for this position please complete a job application form on the recruitment portal and supply a copies of your resume and qualifications/tickets or licences.

Applications close midnight on Monday, 7 July 2025 (AEST).

Livingstone Shire Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.