At a Glance
- Tasks: Join our Building Trade Team to maintain high-quality infrastructure for patient care.
- Company: Townsville Hospital and Health Service, a community-driven organisation.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, generous leave, flexible work arrangements, and career development opportunities.
- Other info: Enjoy a supportive workplace culture and a relaxed lifestyle in beautiful North Queensland.
- Why this job: Gain hands-on experience while working towards your qualification as a Carpenter.
- Qualifications: Year 10 pass in Maths and English or Pre-Vocational Training course.
The predicted salary is between 40882 - 66037 $ per year.
Exciting opportunities available now with the Townsville Hospital and Health Service.
About the opportunity:
Townsville Hospital and Health Service (THHS), Building Engineering and Maintenance Services (BEMS) is looking for an enthusiastic team member to assist the Building Trade Team to provide and maintain high quality building infrastructure supporting facilities for patient care and staff accommodation throughout THHS. The successful applicant will be eligible to qualify as a Building Tradesperson (Carpenter) after gaining a thorough working knowledge of the Building Trade through structured on the job training and work experience as well as formal TAFE studies in Building Tradesperson (Cert III Carpenter) course.
The ideal applicant will be someone who has proven ability and can demonstrate the following:
- Ability to undertake manual work and understand technical information.
- Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team, prioritise allocated work, meet deadlines.
- Possession of both written and oral communication skills and an ability to interact with all levels of staff.
- Minimum Year 10 – sound pass in Maths and English or completion of a Pre-Vocation Training course (Desirable).
- Ability to actively participate in a working environment supporting quality human resource management practices including employment equity, anti-discrimination, occupational health and safety, and ethical behaviour.
About your new employer:
Career Growth and Development
We support career progression with structured pathways, secondment opportunities, and access to education and training programs. Whether specialising in a clinical field, upskilling in Digital Health, or transitioning to leadership roles, employees benefit from mentorship, professional development initiatives, and strong institutional partnerships with James Cook University (JCU).
Supportive Workplace Culture and Regional Advantage
A strong community-driven culture makes our organisation an attractive workplace, fostering collaboration, inclusion, and professional support. We balance metro-level healthcare opportunities with a regional feel, offering short commutes, access to rural and urban facilities, and a close-knit professional network. Employees experience a unique blend of career growth and lifestyle flexibility without the hustle of larger cities.
Work/Life Balance and Lifestyle Benefits
Nestled within beautiful North Queensland, the rural, urban, country and coastal locations found within the Townsville HHS region provides vibrant and unique communities, affordable living with stunning landscapes, outdoor adventures, and a relaxed lifestyle. Townsville HHS prioritises employee wellbeing, offering flexible work arrangements, stable job security, and a family-friendly environment. Staff benefit from regional opportunities while maintaining modern healthcare advantages.
Competitive salary and benefits:
We offer attractive remuneration packages and generous leave entitlements. Salary range: $40,882 to $66,037 p.a. (HBEAP1 - HBEAP4) 4 to 6 weeks annual leave with 14%-17.5% loading 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation Plus Salary Sacrificing options may be available.
Requirements:
- Possession of class C drivers' licence.
- This is a Vaccine Preventable Disease (VPD) risk role.
- Probation period may apply.
- Pre-employment checks will be conducted including Aged Care Pre-Employment screening.
Please refer to the Role Description for further details. Applications close: Wednesday, 11 November 2026. Unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.
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