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Apprentice Engineering Tradesperson (Refrigeration Mechanic) - Cairns
Cairns
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Kick-start your career as an Apprentice Engineering Tradesperson (Refrigeration Mechanic) and earn while you learn. Through hands-on experience and formal TAFE studies, you will work alongside skilled tradespeople to develop the knowledge and practical skills required to become a qualified Refrigeration Mechanic. This is a unique opportunity to build a rewarding trade career while contributing to the delivery of safe and reliable healthcare facilities across Cairns and Hinterland Hospital and Health Service.Job details
| Position status | Fixed Term Temporary |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Trades |
| Classification | HBEAP1-HBEAP4 |
| Workplace Location | Cairns region,Far North Qld |
| Job ad reference | QLD/CAH694014 |
| Closing date | 26-Oct-2026 |
| Job duration | Please see Role Description |
| Contact person | Kurt Hodgman |
| Contact details | 07 4226 6563 Access the National Relay Service |
COMPASSION | ACCOUNTABILITY | INTEGRITY | RESPECT |
About us:
Building, Engineering and Maintenance Services provides the planning, construction, operation and maintenance of facilities, engineering systems, plant and equipment across Cairns and Hinterland Hospital and Health Service.
The service comprises professional, operational, administrative and trade staff, including electricians, fitters, plumbers, carpenters and painters, who deliver a broad range of maintenance, repair and capital works. Services are provided through a combination of in-house expertise and contracted resources, ensuring safe, reliable and high-quality healthcare infrastructure is maintained across the health service.
About you:
In your new role you wll....
- Ensure that safe work practices and safety procedures are adopted at all times and that protective clothing and equipment provided is worn and used as recommended.
- Attend all classes and instructions to satisfactorily complete the indentured apprenticeship course.
- Assist Tradespersons in all aspects of their work so as to maximise learning experiences.
- Maintain confidentiality in respect of hospital information (patients/staff and general information relevant to the hospital).
- Liaise with other staff and if necessary, patients and visitors in a proper manner.
For more information about this role, please refer to the attached Role Description.
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Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) evidence as required for your employment in accordance with legislation/government policy and Directives.
What we offer:
Cairns and Hinterland Hospital and Health service offer a number of workplace benefits. Besides attractive remuneration, generous superannuation, salary packaging and career development opportunities, we value a healthy work/life balance that allows you take advantage of the sunshine, hiking tracks, swimming spots, reef and rainforest.
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Further information
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
Applicants are to apply online. If the information requested in the ‘how to apply’ section is not provided, you may not meet the requirements for further consideration of your application.
Documents
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