We are a large and fully integrated business that provides services that are pivotal to the success of Queensland and its people. Our culture is one based around safety and performance. With a growing investment in rail, it is an exciting time to be a part of the changing landscape of SEQ.
What Queensland Rail has to offer
1. Permanent position based in Brisbane
2. Competitive annual salary based on a 76 hour fortnight
3. We pride ourselves on our Safety Culture, we ‘work safe’ so that everyone goes ‘home safe’
4. Access to QR's competitive Employee Benefits + 1 Team Values, Diverse and Inclusive working environment
5. Employee Assistance Program providing employees with holistic and contemporary health and wellbeing programs
6. Salary packaging and novated leasing options
About the role
Our SEQ Facilities has an exciting opportunity for a Carpenter to join the team in Brisbane. As a carpenter, you will be responsible for the maintenance and repairs to Queensland Rail Facilities assets (houses, depots, stations, equipment rooms, etc.) to the standard which ensures safe and reliable operation to compliance/legislative requirements, maintenance, and stakeholders standards.
This is a permanent position and is based southside of Brisbane.
Day-to-day responsibilities of this role will include
1. Work in a team environment (either individually or in a team), planning own work, taking responsibility for work outcomes and identifying productivity improvements
2. Consult with management and stakeholders in making decisions directly affecting programmed work, Facilities assets, and customers' requirements
3. Undertake work activities and create notifications using software applications
4. Ensure carpentry works are carried out in accordance with the Building Code of Australia, National Construction Code, Queensland Building Construction Code, relevant standards, and regulations
This role will require you to work day, night, and weekend shifts across a 2 week roster.
A Facilities Carpenter earns between $90,000 - $110,000 working on the current roster. This includes the allowances and penalty rates for weekend and afternoon/night shifts. Overtime is also available.
Please note - there is an on-call requirement for this role. You will be required to be on-call for a period of 1 week every 5-9 weeks.
About you
1. National Drivers License
2. Substantial level of knowledge of carpentry work in accordance with the Building Code of Australia, National Construction Code, and all relevant standards and regulations
3. Experience reading plans, drawings, and specifications
4. Sound level of skill in the use of electronic devices
5. Excellent communication skills – with ability to establish and develop working relationships
6. Ability to be agile and highly adaptable to changing plans/targets
Sounds great, what’s next?
If this position interests you and you feel you have the knowledge and experience, please apply via our website by clicking onto the "Apply" button. Please submit a resume and covering letter outlining your relevant experience by 11:59pm Sunday the 23rd of March 2025.
The recruitment and selection process for this position might require shortlisted applicants to undertake Psychometric Assessment, Pre-Employment Health Assessment, and background checks that might also include Criminal History and Credit Checks.
External applicants applying for roles within Queensland Rail will be subject to Alcohol and Other Drugs pre-employment testing.
At Queensland Rail we are 1TEAM and our diverse workforce enables us to connect communities every day. We are committed to building inclusive and respectful workplaces for all our people, strengthened by our diversity and encourage applications from First Nations Peoples, all genders, those from culturally diverse backgrounds, LGBTIQ+ community and people with disability, of all ages and backgrounds.
We strive to provide a barrier-free and equitable recruitment experience.
If you require an adjustment during the recruitment process, please contact Liam McKeown via the email below.
To learn more about this Queensland Rail career opportunity please contact Liam with your specific enquiry via email Please do not email your application. We can only accept applications received via our website.
Queensland Rail pays its respect to Elders past and present. Queensland Rail also acknowledges the contributions of First Nations (Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander) peoples within Queensland Rail and the communities we serve.
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