Description:
Make a meaningful impact and work with QLD Government’s builder, QBuild! Benefit from working in a commercialised business unit within the public sector and enjoy access to a range of government exclusive benefits, as well as exciting career opportunities across the state. Don't miss this chance to build your career —apply now!QBuild is growing, and we're looking for enthusiastic individuals to join our team! Kickstart your career with us as a Labourer and play a key role in supporting our projects with hands-on expertise.
QBuild is a commercialised business unit of the Queensland Government. It has been Queensland Government's builder for over 160 years, playing an important role in communities across the state by building and maintaining government-owned assets such as schools, social housing, police stations and correctional and health facilities.
About The Role
You will play a crucial role in helping QBuild strengthen Queensland's building and construction industry by providing essential labour support on key projects.
Duties And Skills Involved
- Perform general manual labour.
- Support trades with basic building and engineering tasks (e.g., installing frames, running cables, minor repairs).
- Carry out minor maintenance, including light bulb changes, refrigeration equipment cleaning and general repairs.
- Assist with digging, trenching, concreting and foundation work in various soil types.
- Erect and dismantle temporary fencing, signage and assist with scaffold and ladder setup.
- Operate machinery (e.g., forklifts, if licensed) and drive vehicles for deliveries and site duties.
- Use hand tools and small equipment (e.g., hammers, power tools, compactors, jackhammers, soldering, welding) for a range of tasks.
- Carry out site clean-up, maintenance and hazard control following safety procedures.
- Help with depot and client premises maintenance (e.g., mowing, weeding, equipment upkeep).
- Load and unload deliveries, manage inventory and assist in store control.
- Assist with furniture shifts - building to building or floor to floor.
- Work safely at heights, including on roofs when assisting tradespersons.
- Read and interpret basic work instructions and plans under supervision.
- Maintain proactive attitude, take initiative and follow directions as part of a team.
- Current Workplace Health & Safety General Safety Induction Card (White Card)
- Current Australian Driver's License
All applicants must be eligible to work in Australia.
Description
Interested candidates are encouraged to review the below attached applicant guide and role description. Once reviewed please submit the following documents to apply:
- Resume
- Cover letter (2 pages maximum) telling us why you are interested in and capable of performing the role.
Applications to remain current for 12 months.
Job Ad Reference: QLD/627879/25
C losing Date: Monday, 07 April 2025
Occupational group Construction & Architecture
24 Mar 2025;
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