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TAFE Queensland is proud to be the largest and most experienced Vocational Education and Training provider in the State. For more than 140 years, TAFE Queensland has delivered practical and industry-relevant training to provide students with the skills and experience they need to build lifelong careers. We have recently been named the State Winner of the 2023 Large Training Provider of the Year at the prestigious Queensland Training Awards. Our training is delivered to students and apprentices on-site, online, in the workplace, or on-campus to give people the skills they need to enrich their communities, support their industries, and strengthen their local economies.
By working at TAFE Queensland, you can be part of a highly experienced workforce closely connected with their industries and dedicated to delivering best practices and innovative training.
Your Opportunity
As the General Hand you will be responsible for:
- Provide a quality service within the Region by ensuring the effective utilisation of resources within Region policy guidelines.
This position reports to the Maintenance Administrator.
This is a Permanent, Full-Time opportunity.
The position will be based primarily at Cairns however you may be required to perform work at other TAFE Queensland campuses.
Key Responsibilities
- Undertake the preparation and assembly/dismantling of materials for displays/promotions associated with Region activities.
- Assist in the provision, moving, setting up and arrangement of furniture and other items required for the effective delivery of courses, training and administration.
- Assist in the movement, relocation, collection and/or delivery (as required) to locations within the Region, of equipment, goods and other items necessary for its effective operation.
- Assist in the cleaning and maintenance of equipment and facilities associated with tasks undertaken in the performance of daily duties.
- Provide assistance to Region staff in emergent situations by undertaking duties to maintain a safe and hygienic work environment.
- Opportunity to participate in after hours lock up / on call rosters.
- Ensure day to day activities align with business operations.
- Contribute to improvement in business processes and practices.
How you will be assessed
The ideal applicant will be someone who has the following key capabilities:
- Ability to plan and organise the successful completion of tasks within regular workload requirements.
- Knowledge of, or the ability to quickly acquire knowledge of simple tasks involving labouring, minor maintenance, minor workplace upkeep, limited grounds care skills and of stores pick up and delivery practices.
- Ability to build and sustain positive working relationships with colleagues and clients, while working under guidance with minimum supervision.
- Basic understanding of occupational health and safety, quality assurance, equal employment opportunity and anti-discrimination practices and behavior as applied in a working environment.
- Displays the initiative, attitude and ability to thrive within a dynamic, challenging and changing environment.
Mandatory Qualifications/Requirements
- A valid C Class drivers license.
Highly Desirable Requirements
- TLILIC0003 – Licence to operate a forklift truck
How to apply
If you’re interested in this role, click the ‘Apply’ button to submit your application via the TAFE Queensland Recruitment Portal. When submitting your application, please ensure you provide the following:
- A detailed resume;
- A cover letter that outlines your known skills, abilities, knowledge and experience in response to the “How you will be assessed” criteria above (maximum of 2 pages in total); and
- The contact details for two referees (one of whom is your current supervisor)
Closing date: 28 January 2024
Job Reference Number: TQ2023-1678
Steve Rodgers - Senior Advisor Maintenance & Safety
07 4042 2***
