About Us At Bundaberg Regional Council, we are dedicated to building a vibrant and sustainable future for our community. We pride ourselves on fostering a supportive and inclusive workplace where individuals from diverse backgrounds and skill sets can thrive. Whether delivering essential services or driving innovative projects, our team is united by a shared commitment to making a meaningful impact. By joining us, you’ll become part of an organisation that values your contributions, supports your growth, and empowers you to help shape a better future for everyone. Uniquely positioned north of Brisbane in Queensland, Australia, the Bundaberg Region is one of Australia’s fastest-growing regional cities and the gateway to the Southern Great Barrier Reef. The Bundaberg Region boasts the most equitable climate in Australia and rates fifth in the world alongside Hawaii. Noted for its environmental excellence, pristine waterways, and proximity to the Great Barrier Reef, the Bundaberg Region showcases everything that nature’s palette can create. What We Offer An attractive remuneration package with options for salary sacrifice and 17.5% leave loading 9-day fortnight roster Access to Fitness Passport PPE supplied Wellbeing and mental health support programs, including access to our Employee Assistance Program Opportunities for professional development training and study assistance to support your career growth Thrive in a workplace that prioritises a healthy work-life balance within a supportive and friendly team Be part of an inclusive and diverse culture where every team member is valued Discover more about working at Bundaberg Regional Council and the benefits we offer our employees by clicking here . About The Opportunity This position is for a qualified Fitter within the Water Services – Electrical & Mechanical Branch. In this role, you’ll be responsible for the installation, commissioning, and maintenance of mechanical equipment, plant, and apparatus across Council facilities. You’ll play a key part in ensuring that all mechanical assets within water and wastewater operations are maintained to the required standards, supporting the reliable delivery of essential services to the community. Key responsibilities include: Carry out installation, commissioning and maintenance of equipment, plant and apparatus at Council facilities. Operate and maintain equipment, plant and machinery in accordance with Council requirements and manufacturer instructions. Design, manufacture, procure and install mechanical/fabrication projects at various sites. Undertake safety inspections, condition assessments and record asset data in Water Services WMS. Attend after-hours call-outs and participate in an on-call roster. Maintain Council’s water and wastewater pumping and treatment facilities where contact with waste materials and live sewer is likely. Assist in the training of apprentices and contribute to staff development. Participate in toolbox meetings, work-related discussions and the development of procedures and work instructions. About You To be successful in this role, you will need to demonstrate the following: Engineering Tradesperson (Mechanical – Fitting and Turning) Trade Certificate. Post-trade qualifications, competencies and experience to the level of the position. Current Queensland “LR” Class Driver Licence. Current Confined Space Certification (including SCBA & Gas Detector). Working at Heights Certification. Current First Aid/CPR Certification. Construction Induction (White/Blue) Card. Knowledge of pumping equipment, pipeline fittings, fluid hydraulics and related systems. Ability to implement quality control techniques and carry out inspections to operational standards. Demonstrated time management, communication and computer literacy skills (including WMS and Microsoft Office). Desirable: Elevated Work Platform Operations Certificate. “Working with Chemicals” training (chlorine). To view the Position Description for this role, please click here. The Selection Process We encourage candidates to advise us of any accommodations they may need to ensure a smooth and inclusive experience throughout our recruitment process and work environment. We are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and encourage people of all backgrounds to apply. We celebrate our community's rich diversity and are committed to attracting and employing people that represent the community that we serve. We recognise and appreciate the diversity of our employees and are committed to creating an inclusive and safe working environment where all employees are valued, respected and supported to achieve their potential. The preferred candidate will be required to undergo a National Police Check and Pre-Employment Medicals (which may include drug and alcohol testing), as part of the recruitment process. How to Apply To apply, submit your application online by clicking the “Apply” button. Please include: A current resume A cover letter addressing the “About You” section (max. 2 pages). For enquiries, please contact careers@bundaberg.qld.gov.au or 1300 883 699. Please quote job reference BDBRC1437. Applications close on Monday 24 November 2025 at 11:59 pm AEST. Applications that do not meet the above requirements may not be shortlisted. The advertisement will be closed either when a successful applicant is identified or on the application close date, whichever is sooner.
