POSITION: APPRENTICE BOILERMAKER/WELDER

LOCATION: ALICE SPRINGS

DATE PREPARED 13 FEBRUARY 2018

APPLICATIONS CLOSE: 18 MARCH 2018

This has been advertised as an identified position for Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people as per Section 25—Anti Discrimination Act 1991

People working with technology in remote communities

Centre for Appropriate Technology (CfAT)

Centre for Appropriate Technology (CfAT): CfAT is a non-profit, non-government science and technology organisation governed by an Abo- riginal Board. CfAT’s Head Office is in Alice Springs with regional offices in Cairns QLD and Dar- win NT.

Enterprise Team The CfAT Ltd Enterprise Team was primarily set up to provide on-going employment and skills- development opportunities for local Aboriginal people. The Enterprise team consists of the Enter- prise workshop and the Facilities Maintenance team. The Enterprise Team’s objective is to create employment opportunities from for-profit activities. The Enterprise Workshop is a training and production facility, fabricating infrastructure for CfAT Ltd’s technology products which include:  A range of bush hardy products and furniture;  The mobile hotspots; and  Steel work for remote construction projects.

About the Role

The Boilermaker/Sheet Metal Fabricator assists with the day to day operations of a small/medium fabrication enterprise. He/she will be responsible for undertaking a range of projects as directed by the Workshop Manager.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND JUDGEMENT

The position works under routine supervision/general direction.

Sound judgement is required to assess how to perform tasks and duties assigned.

The work involves some complexity in tasks and diagnostic skills are required to assess the best approach to a given task.

WORKING CONDITIONS This position is based in the CfAT Enterprise workshop facilities at the Desert Peoples Centre, Desert Knowledge Precinct Alice Springs.

Heavy lifting is required in the course of daily work load.

The position will include the use of a range of machinery, hand and power tools including but not limited to, mechanical lifters and forklift.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

 Employment is Fulltime fixed term contract.  Working hours 37.5 hours a week within the hours of 7am to 5pm Monday to Thursday. Annual leave entitlement is 5 weeks per annum.  Employer-funded superannuation is paid in accordance with legislation.  Option to participate in the CfAT Salary Sacrifice Scheme which provides access to remote area exempt benefits and other tax benefits due to CfAT’s status as a Public Benevolent Institution (PBI).

KEY CONTACTS

Responsible to: Workshop Manager Leading Hand

Works with: Trades Assistants Project Officers Clients

Supervises/Manages: Nil

QUALIFICATIONS

 Working towards a trade qualification relevant to metal fabrication  And/or equivalent on the job experience and expertise over several years

SKILLS-ESSENTIAL

 Demonstrated basic skills in in apprentice Boilermaker/Welder.  Demonstrated experience and/or willingness in supporting a wide range of manufacturing, maintenance services.  Awareness of WHS regulations and procedures.  Adaptable to new situations and have a positive attitude towards change.  Commitment to skills development skills development and learning.  Good communication skills.  Good production documentation skills, including computer use.  Reliability and good time management skills.  Forklift licence  C Class Licence SKILLS– DESIRABLE

 LR/HR Driver’s Licence  Forklift Licence  Machine operating Licences  Client Management

KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREAS TASKS

 Undertake all work tasks allocated in an efficient and timely manner in ac- cordance with deadlines set by the leading Hand and Workshop Manager  Operate plant and equipment safely and competently 1. Fabrication - completion and  Complete fabrication work to a high and consistent standard. maintenance of projects  Product information, job sheets and timesheets are completed as required  Give information and advice on products to clients  Collect data and enter into data bases as required and requested  Document work as required

 All work is to be carried out to the best of the apprentice’s ability  All learnings from training and on-the-job skills transfer from qualified fabri- 2. Fabrication – quality of work cators are applied to tasks  All assigned study is to be undertaken in a manner that maximises the chances of successful completion of the apprenticeship

 Ensure that all assigned tasks are undertaken according to instructions, includ- ing WHS requirements;  Punctuality and consistency in work attendance;  Be proactive in ensuring that the workshop is clean, safe and orderly at all 3. Be an effective part of a team times;  Ensure compliance with all workplace procedures and policies as directed by the Leading Hand or the Workshop Manager;  Help fellow workers achieve assigned tasks and be proactive in creating a positive team spirit within the workplace

KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREAS TASKS

 Undertake routine inspections of construction tools and equipment, service and undertake minor repairs as required  Complete Test & Tag procedures as required.  Provide reports on the condition of tools and equipment 4. Provide assistance to monitor  Assist with the sourcing and purchase of materials and technical so- and maintain tools, equipment, lutions and consumables  Maintain observation of OH&S regulations and PPE in the work- shop and on site  Monitor stock & consumables controls and liaise with workshop manager for ordering.

 Eliminate and prevent any situations causing injury or health issues 5. Maintain a clean and safe work- occurring from the work environment. ing environment  Occupational health and safety issues reported appropriately.  Clean, tidy, functional workshop and work site areas.

 Actively contribute to the design and planning of products and projects where required;  Ensure all work complies with standards of quality set by the prod- 6. Working on projects uct specifications  Ensure the products are of high quality and true to given specifica- tions.  Assist the Manager in working to set deadlines and timeframes.

 Participate in and complete accredited training in other profession- 7. Professional development al development activities as identified in the employee professional development plan

OTHER INFORMATION

If you wish to have a confidential chat about the role contact Richard Austin - HR Manager on 08 8959 6131 or Aaron Bolger - Workshop Manager on 08 8959 6223.

If you are interested in the role and would like to work for CfAT, please forward your resume and a cover letter outlining your skills and experience relevant to the position and submit it to: [email protected]