Sign Installer

The role

Fairfield City Council’s Infrastructure Services Division oversees the creation and upkeep of the city’s infrastructure assets so they continue to meet community expectations and the goals set out in the Council’s Management and Operational Plan. The division includes five branches: Civil Operations, Parks and Open Space, Fleet & Stores, Trade Services, and the Mechanical Workshop.

This opportunity sits within the Sign Writing team, which creates signs and other graphic materials for Fairfield City Council. In this role, you will be responsible for fitting signs on roads and other Council properties, helping ensure signage requirements for both Council and the public are delivered effectively.

Essential criteria

• Current WHS General Construction Induction Card (White Card).
• Valid Class C driver licence.
• Hands-on experience installing signs and supporting a signage team.
• Awareness of services such as power and communications.
• Basic computer literacy.
• Physical fitness to handle labouring duties.
• Basic ability to read and interpret construction plans.
• Working knowledge of WHS requirements and site safety practices.
• Experience using hand tools and power tools.

Preferred qualifications

• Forklift licence.
• First Aid Certificate.
• MR and/or HR licence, or a willingness to obtain one.
• HIAB ticket.

Employment conditions

• Permanent full-time role working 76 hours per fortnight, with a rostered day off.
• Base salary range starts at $60,239 per annum, progresses to $63,257 per annum based on demonstrated competency, and may advance to $70,522 per annum through performance progression.
• Superannuation is paid at 11.5%.
• Additional allowances may apply under the Local Government (State) Award 2023.
• Uniform supplied by the Council.
• Mobile phone supplied by the Council.

Benefits

• Support for study, including up to 10 days of study leave.
• Wellbeing programs such as flu vaccinations, discounted gym memberships, and access to an onsite gym.
• Free onsite parking.
• Free laundry facilities.
• Enhanced leave benefits, including 15 days of sick/personal leave and 2 days of health and wellbeing leave each year.
• Eligibility for long service leave after 5 years.

Application process and important notes

Applications must clearly address the knowledge, skills, qualifications, and experience outlined in the position description. The position description can be requested from the contact listed below or accessed through the Council’s website.

For questions about the role, contact Craig Herbert on 02 9725 0307, or email Building Trades Branch at buildingtrades@fairfieldcity.nsw.gov.au.

The closing date for applications is Friday 10 July 2026 at 11:59 pm.

Applicants should be ready to complete a medical examination at Council’s expense. Fairfield City Council is a smoke-free workplace and an equal opportunity employer. The organisation supports reasonable workplace adjustments; applicants who need adjustments during recruitment should note this on the application form.

Applicants must have the legal right to work in Australia and may be asked to complete a national police clearance as part of the hiring process. Recruiters are asked not to contact the Council at this stage.

The recruitment process is being managed through a new system, and the Council asks for patience during this transition. Feedback can be sent to careers@fairfieldcity.nsw.gov.au.

Strong candidates may be added to a talent pool or eligibility list for up to 12 months for future roles that are identical or similar. Documents must be uploaded in PDF format. Please monitor junk mail folders and mark careers@fairfieldcity.nsw.gov.au as a trusted sender.

Mailing address: PO BOX 21, Bradley Cutts, Fairfield NSW 1860. General Manager.