* Fixed-Term Full Time
* $2, $2,855.21 per fortnight excluding allowances
* Position Brief - Carpenter Joiner
About the team
Community Facilities Maintenance is a service provider for the City's Asset managers providing all carpentry maintenance and minor installations when requested. The goal of the Carpentry Team is to add value to the City, maintain its plumbing assets at a high level, and provide a detailed level of service that is professional and efficient.
About the role
This position is responsible for carrying out minor maintenance within Open Space in parks, waterways, and beaches, also all council owned building such as libraries, community centres, pools, tourist parks, rec centres and councillor offices.
* Carpentry, joinery, cabinetwork, general maintenance, plastering and minor tiling activities associated with the repair and maintenance of Council buildings, facilities and assets.
* Work is performed to meet safety, environmental and legislative requirements, and responsibilities of the Council, together with the adherence of all Council WH&S guidelines and procedures.
* Complete work in accordance with the relevant codes and standards.
* Conduct all business transactions in an ethical, friendly, and professional manner.
* Attend training to maintain and enhance existing qualifications or gain further skills.
We're looking for people who have:
* Certificate III Carpentry (Mandatory)
* C Class Drivers Licence (Mandatory)
* General Construction Induction Card (White) (Mandatory)
* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, allowing you to influence a wide range of stakeholders
* Self-motivation and the ability to work independently to 'get the job done right'
Be part of shaping the Gold Coast's future
The Gold Coast is inspired by lifestyle and driven by opportunity. We are the second largest Council in Australia.
We care about being the most flexible government organisation in Australia. We have a range of benefits to help you create the right balance:
* 9-day fortnight – enjoy a long weekend every fortnight
* Access to 350+ fitness facilities through Fitness Passport for you and your family
* 4 free confidential counselling sessions a year for you or your immediate family
* A stable working environment with job security
* A professional, and inclusive work environment working with modern equipment
* Uniform, tools and PPE provided
* A work environment committed to safety as our number 1 priority
* Opportunities to work overtime to increase your take home pay
* Clear paths for career progression and advancement - whether you are interested in moving into a leadership position or upskilling with specialised training, we have plenty of opportunities for you to reach your personal and professional goals
We pride ourselves on our shared mission of being a high-performing, customer-focused organisation which delivers value-for-money services to the community.
How to apply
To submit your application, please respond to the questions below. You will be required to upload your resume and a cover letter (no more than two pages) outlining how your skills, experience and personal attributes will enable you to be successful in this role. Please note that you may also be asked to provide relevant qualifications, where applicable.
Contact Person Alexandra McNulty
Contact Email
Closing Date Sunday, 25 January 2026 @ 11:59pm
Our selection process may include a one-way video interview via Criteria, a face-to-face or virtual interview via Microsoft Teams, reference checks via Xref and additional checks including police checks, employment history checks, qualification checks, pre-employment medical reviews and drug and alcohol testing.
We're committed to creating a diverse workplace and inclusive culture. We take pride in people who align with our high-performance principles. We believe that the diverse makeup of our workforce reflects the community we serve. We consider all qualified candidates for employment, irrespective of race, age, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, or other protected characteristics by law.