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Make a meaningful impact and work with QLD Government's builder, QBuild Benefit from working in a commercialised business unit within the public sector and enjoy access to a range of government exclusive benefits, as well as exciting career opportunities across the state. Don't miss this chance to build your career — apply now
QBuild is seeking qualified Plumbers to join our Maintenance Response Centre (MRC) Teams in Cannon Hill, covering our Brisbane Metro Region. Become part of a department committed to helping people all over Queensland. Help us build and maintain government-owned assets, including schools, social housing, and healthcare facilities. Support in the government's response to disaster events and take a lead role in training the next generation of tradespeople.
QBuild is a commercialised business unit of the Queensland Government. It has been Queensland Government's builder for over 160 years, playing a vital role in communities across the state by building and maintaining government-owned assets such as schools, social housing, police stations, correctional and health facilities.
Why Join Us?
* Flexibility – You'll have an option to work a 9‑day fortnight & access to generous leave entitlements & paid parental leave.
* A safe, inclusive & diverse workplace – Our approach to safety is shown in our commitment to Think safe. Work safe. Home safe.
* Security – You'll enjoy superannuation and salary sacrificing options, additional allowances (when eligible), and provision of uniforms and tools. You will have access to career advancement and development opportunities.
Mandatory Requirements
* Eligibility to work in Australia.
* Current trade certificate/qualification (min of CertIII in Plumbing).
* Current QLD Plumbing License.
* Current Construction Industry White Card.
* Current, valid Queensland "C" class driver's licence or equivalent.
* Working knowledge and compliance with current work health, safety and environmental legislation & codes of practice including knowledge and understanding of AS/NZ 3500 Plumbing and Drainage.
About The Role
You will support QBuild's ambition to strengthen Queensland's building and construction industry by providing services to government-owned assets, within our Maintenance Response Centre (MRC) team. Support the government's response to disaster events and train the next generation of tradespeople.
Duties and Skills Involved
* Understand and carry out plumbing and drainage works, for maintenance services.
* Demonstrate proficiency in office and email applications.
* Understand safe working methods in terms of asbestos and lead based products, and any other relevant high risk construction work.
* Comply with WHS legislation and site rules including daily risk assessments, identify hazards and risk, and comply with health and safety policies or procedures.
* Demonstrate responsibility for the health safety and wellbeing of yourself and ensure that your conduct, acts or omissions do not adversely affect the safety of other persons or property.
* Demonstrate behaviour that supports a diverse, equitable and safe workplace, with a customer focus.
* Train, mentor and provide professional support to apprentices.
Additional Information
* You may be required to undertake duties within your trade at worksites throughout both your appointed region and the State.
* When undertaking distant work, there may also be a requirement for overnight stays of up to a 3‑week period.
* Safety clothing and personal protective equipment (PPE) will be provided and must be worn.
* You may be asked to undertake team leader and/or foreperson roles as and when required to suit the needs of the business.
* Power tools will be provided where required.
* The use of a private motor vehicle and/or potential provision of a QBuild vehicle will be in accordance with relevant motor vehicle policies. Please note there is no guarantee that a home garaged QBuild vehicle will be included if successful in gaining this role.
How do I apply?
Applicants must be eligible to work in Australia.
Candidates Require Following Documents To Apply
* Resume.
* Current Trade certificate (min of CertIII in Plumbing).
* Current QLD Plumbing License.
If you have any questions about the position please contact us on
Applications to remain current for 12 months.
Job Ad Reference: QLD/ /25
Closing Date: Monday, 12th January 2026
Occupational Group: Trades
Seniority Level
Not Applicable
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function
Management and Manufacturing
Industries
Government Administration
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