CARPENTER / HANDYMAN - PIONEER SETTLEMENT

CARPENTER / HANDYMAN

PIONEER SETTLEMENT

The Pioneer Settlement is seeking an enthusiastic person to be responsible for building  construction, maintenance and repairs within the Pioneer Settlement, and to work with the Curatorial team on the restoration and maintenance of collection objects as required.

The successful applicant will be required to work as an integral part of the Settlement's maintenance team.  While it is anticipated that the core duties will revolve around carpentry related activities, the Carpenter / Handyman would also be expected to attend to other maintenance functions. These include assisting with and providing advice on the Museum building and structural maintenance program, providing advice on the development of a Master Plan for the Settlement's buildings along with the maintenance of tools and equipment associated with the carpenter's workshop.

The successful applicant will have qualifications along with extensive experience in the building/carpentry trade and a sound understanding of building techniques and buildings from the period 1830-1930.  Demonstrated commitment to occupational health and safety and the ability to relate to and provide a high level of customer service to a wide variety of clientele, including school children, are also essential to the position. 

Salary: Attracting approximately $40,000 per annum, this is a full time permanent position within Council.

Applications Close: 12noon Wednesday, 11 November 2009. It is anticipated interviews will be held on Monday^, 16 November 2009.

Contact / Apply

All potential applicants are required to obtain a Position Description through the Reception desk of the Splatt Street Swan Hill office, or by phoning (03) 5036 2333 or on Council's website www.swanhill.vic.gov.au  Further enquires can be directed to Lisa Faraci, Human Resource Manager.

Applications should be addressed to the Chief Executive Officer, Swan Hill Rural City Council, PO Box 488, Swan Hill 3585 or email to council@swanhill.vic.gov.au

Swan Hill Rural City Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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