About the role
Use your attention to detail and creativity as Signwriter to design, plan and manufacture road, park and special signs displayed on streets, parks and buildings across Ipswich.
Some of your key responsibilities will include:
- Liaise with customers to provide advice on sign design, material component and manufacture
- Design and create signs and graphics using computer software and sign making equipment
- Completion of financial documents and purchase orders
View the position description for more details about the role.
About you
To be successful in this role you will have:
- Trade Certificate for Signwriter
- Experience in printing and laminating
- Experience using Sign Lab and Corel Draw
- Construction white card
- Current C Class Driver’s Licence
About the benefits
This is a full time, permanent position with a salary commencing at $82,287 plus 12.5% superannuation.
- 9 day fortnight: Every second weekend is a long weekend
- Positive workplace culture: Be part of a team that values positivity, inclusivity and a supportive environment where everyone can thrive
- Diversity and inclusion: Work with a diverse workforce where different ideas and perspectives lead to innovation and better decision making
- Learning and development: Experience ongoing learning, development and career opportunities to enhance your skills, expertise and knowledge of industry trends
- Health and well-being: Access to discounted gym memberships, employee assistance program and special events supporting your physical and mental health
- Leave options: Annual leave with 17.5% leave loading, cultural leave and other leave options
- Salary packaging: Tailor a variety of salary packaging options to your needs such as financial advice, income protection insurance, professional memberships, novated leases and more
About us
Ipswich is a dynamic blend of rich heritage, proud communities, diverse landscapes, and a lively energy all contributing to a region full of liveability and chance. It is the state’s fastest growing city and one of the oldest provincial cities.
Ipswich City Council contributes to our vibrant and growing region with teams operating across various industries delivering services to the community and creating our vision:
‘Ipswich, a city of opportunity for all. Join us.'
We have a workplace culture built on our values of safety and wellbeing, communication, collaboration, integrity, efficiency, and leadership. Come and join us in shaping the future of the city and its people.
Join us
If you share our values and are passionate about enhancing the quality of life for the Ipswich community, then this could be the role for you.
Please apply online and submit:
- A cover letter of no more than 2 pages describing how your skills and experience will assist in meeting the requirements of this role
- A resume of no more than 4 pages including current licences/tickets/qualifications/certificates/visa that you hold
Closing date: 3 December 2025
Please direct any related questions to careers@ipswich.qld.gov.au.
Pre Employment Screening: Successful applicants must agree to provide information for pre-employment screening including referee checks, validation of eligibility to work in Australia, criminal history check and may include health assessments, validation of qualifications and licences and other screening checks.
Ipswich City Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer: We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace by supporting equal opportunities regardless of gender, culture, generation, sexual orientation, or disability. We promote a respectful workplace culture that is free from all forms of harassment, workplace bullying, discrimination, and violence.