Our Region
Gladstone offers dynamic career opportunities across diverse industries, catering to a range of skills and ambitions. Whether you're advancing your career or seeking work-life balance, Gladstone's industrial strength, innovative energy projects, and bustling service sectors make it a fantastic place to work and live.
You’ll be glad you made it!
Our Council
Discover a fulfilling career at Gladstone Regional Council, where your dedication to community service merges with our commitment to improving residents’ lives. Every role contributes to the livelihood of those who call Gladstone home.
We are committed to building an inclusive workplace that reflects the diversity of the entire community we serve. At Gladstone Regional Council, we embrace diversity in our collective pursuit of inclusion. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone, regardless of gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, ethnicity, or background, can thrive. Inclusion is at the heart of our culture.
View our Access and Inclusion Action Plan and Reconciliation Action Plan
Our Culture & Our Benefits
Join our supportive and collaborative culture where your well-being comes first. We’re committed to nurturing your holistic wellness through health programs and events, our culture journey and flexible working options.
We partner with our people to understand their needs and provide the tools that develop skills, knowledge and healthy culture. Our people are valued for the part they play in delivering for the Gladstone Region. We are proud of who we are and what we do. We are #ProudlyGRC!
Find out more here Better Balance, Better Benefits with GRC
Expression of Interest - ELECTRICIAN
Council is seeking to appoint a maximum term full time Electrician to contribute to Council’s success.
This position is a maximum term opportunity with a projected end date of October 2025.
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Dynamic work environment, working across the region
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Reduced base hours for a healthy work/life balance
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PPE, iPad, iPhone and Vehicle included (tool of trade use)
About the Role
The purpose of this position is to assist in the successful delivering of Minor Capital and Operational Program; through electrical works, and the completion of construction, preventive and reactive maintenance activities within the Water Program Delivery areas of water and sewerage.
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Salary for this role is $100,595.03 plus generous on call provisions, allowances and up to 12% super.
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On call roster attracts additional leave entitlements.
You will bring:
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Certificate III Trade Certificate (Electrical) with a Qld License class Electrical Fitter/Mechanic together with demonstrated industry knowledge, skills and relevant experience.
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Shall not be colour blind.
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Knowledge of and experience applying the Electrical Safety Act 2002 and Electrical Safety Regulation 2002.
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Experience reading and interpreting plans, charts and instructions.
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Communication and literacy skills to complete paperwork, liaise with others and to follow instructions.
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Work outside of normal work hours as requested by your supervisor as part of the requirements of the sections published 'on call' roster
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Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team and independently.
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Sound communication (oral and written) and interpersonal skills.
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Proficient keyboard skills and experience using Microsoft Office Suite and operating corporate business systems.
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Current Work Safely in the Construction Industry (White Card).
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Legally able to drive a motor vehicle in Queensland
Eligibility & Pre-employment Checks
To be eligible for this position, the candidate must have applicable working rights.
This position requires immunisation against Hepatitis A/B and Tetanus.
Depending on the role requirements, you may need to complete various checks and assessments as part of the recruitment process. This could include reference checks, pre-employment medicals (including drug and alcohol testing), vaccinations, visa checks, licence verifications and psychometric testing.
For questions related to the role or recruitment process, please call Council on (07) 4970 0700 or email the Talent Acquisition Team at employment@gladstone.qld.gov.au.