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Building Trades Person - Carpenter


Building Engineering and Maintenance Services - Townsville University Hospital

Summary


Exciting opportunities available now with the
Townsville Hospital and Health Service.


Job details

Position status Permanent
Position type Full-time
Occupational group Building Services
Classification HBEA10-HBEA6
Workplace Location Townsville region
Job ad reference QLD/TV684587
Closing date 30-Jun-2026
Job duration Permanent full-time, 2 x positions available
Contact person Jacob Drovandi
Contact details (07) 4433 1952
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About your new employer:

Career Growth and Development

We support career progression with structured pathways, secondment opportunities, and access to education and training programs. Whether specialising in a clinical field, upskilling in Digital Health, or transitioning to leadership roles, employees benefit from mentorship, professional development initiatives, and strong institutional partnerships with James Cook University (JCU).

Supportive Workplace Culture and Regional Advantage

A strong community-driven culture makes our organisation an attractive workplace, fostering collaboration, inclusion, and professional support. We balance metro-level healthcare opportunities with a regional feel, offering short commutes, access to rural and urban facilities, and a close-knit professional network. Employees experience a unique blend of career growth and lifestyle flexibility without the hustle of larger cities.

Work/Life Balance and Lifestyle Benefits

Nestled within beautiful North Queensland, the rural, urban, country and coastal locations found within the Townsville HHS region provides vibrant and unique communities, affordable living with stunning landscapes, outdoor adventures, and a relaxed lifestyle.

Townsville HHS prioritises employee wellbeing, offering flexible work arrangements, stable job security, and a family-friendly environment. Staff benefit from regional opportunities while maintaining modern healthcare advantages.

Competitive salary and benefits:

We offer attractive remuneration packages and generous leave entitlements.

  • Salary range: $73,222 to $90,332 p.a. (HBEA10-HBEA6)
  • 4 weeks annual leave with 14%-17.5% loading
  • 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation
  • Plus Salary Sacrificing options may be available

About your opportunity:

The Townsville Hospital and Health Service (THHS) Building, Engineering and Maintenance Services (BEMS) is looking for an enthusiastic team member to join the BEMS Carpentry Trade to provide and maintain high quality plant and infrastructure facilities supporting patient care and staff accommodation throughout THHS.

This position is required to maintain THHS assets including but not limited to new work, preventative and corrective maintenance. You will be required to undertake minor projects and repair works as required in construction and maintenance of buildings, plant and equipment throughout the Townsville Hospital and Health Service. On occasion  travel to rural facilities may be required.

Requirements:

  • Mandatory qualifications and proof of registration (if applicable).
  • Possession of class C drivers' licence.
  • This is a Vaccine Preventable Disease (VPD) risk role.
  • Probation period may apply.
  • Pre-employment checks will be conducted.

Please refer to the Role Description for further details.

Apply now and be part of something extraordinary!

Enquiries are welcome; for a confidential discussion please contact: Jacob Drovandi on (07) 4433 1952.

Apply ONLINE: https://apply-springboard.health.qld.gov.au/jobs//QLD-TV684587

Applications close: Tuesday, 30 June 2026.

Unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

Please download the Role Description from the `Documents' section below for application/interview preparation and future reference.

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

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Last updated
2 May 2023

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