Fitter and Turner (1640) – Permanent Full Time
Work-Life Balance + Great Team Culture + Job Security
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 400 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
Are you a skilled Fitter and Turner ready for a fresh opportunity in a stunning coastal location?
Livingstone Shire Council is on the lookout for a trade-qualified Fitter and Turner to join our Procurement and Fleet Services team in a permanent full-time role. If you’re passionate about precision, safety, and working in a role where you can make a real difference to not only the organisation but also the community, we want to hear from you!
What’s the role about?
Reporting to the Supervisor Fleet, this hands-on position involves a wide range of mechanical maintenance and construction tasks, ensuring our plant, equipment, and fixed assets are operating at their best. You’ll work both independently and within a tight-knit, multi-skilled team to keep things running smoothly.
What we’re looking for:
- Recognised trade qualifications as a Mechanical Fitter and Turner and/or other related trade or industry skills;
- A current MR drivers licence;
- Proven experience in installing, repairing, maintaining, testing and fault-finding complex mechanical systems.
- Strong knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic systems, including interpreting system diagrams and technical manuals; and
- Skills in welding and machining – MIG, TIG, Stick, Plasma Cutter, Oxy Acetylene, and lathe operation.
The successful candidate will have a safety-first mindset and willingness to lead by example through safe work practices and proactive reporting.
Why join us?
- Annual Salary –$74,821 (inclusive of site, tool and leading hand allowances)(QLGIA (Stream C) C8); dependent on qualifications and training;
- $5,000 attraction payment upon successful completion of probationary period;
- 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 Monday, 8 September 2025.
Livingstone Shire Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.