Are you looking for a rewarding career where you can grow and develop while having the benefit of living in an idyllic North Coast location? Here at Clarence Valley Council, we strive to be a progressive employer that offers a rewarding and flexible work environment. Our vision is to create a community full of opportunity and our workforce is where we start to achieve our community aspirations.
Located in the Northern Rivers of NSW, we cover 10,441 square kilometres with the three major community hubs of Grafton, Yamba and Maclean. We are one of the biggest employers in the Valley and can offer you a rewarding career and a new lifestyle. Our goal is to be the employer of choice in the Valley, creating opportunities for those who live here already and for those who want to move here.
We are in an exciting period of transformation with a focus on employee engagement, satisfaction and delivering exceptional services and facilities for the community.
So come and join the team while enjoying all that Clarence Valley has to offer you and your family.
Learn more about living in the Clarence Valley
What you need to know...
• fixed term full time - 76 hours per fortnight
• the package: $601.70 to $ per week plus superannuation
• location: Townsend, NSW
• 9 day fortnight
About the role
Clarence Valley Council is offering an exciting opportunity for a motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our Water Cycle team as an Apprentice Plumber.
Based in one of the most picturesque regions of NSW, this is your chance to earn while you learn and gain nationally recognised qualifications—all while contributing to essential community infrastructure.
As an Apprentice Plumber, you'll work under the guidance of experienced plumbers and tradespeople, assisting in the installation, maintenance and repair of water and sewer infrastructure.
You'll gain hands-on experience in a supportive team environment and undertake formal training to complete a Certificate III in Plumbing.
Contact
Josh Gorman, Senior Field Operator (Plumber) on
Closing date
Tuesday 16 September 2025 at 11.30 pm (NSW time).
Other important information
This position is located at Council's Townsend Depot, however, this may change should business needs identify other work locations to be more appropriate to deliver our services in the future.
A probation period applies to this position.
How to apply
All applications must be lodged online via Council's website
For this application you will be required to:
• address essential selection criteria from the position description
• address desirable selection criteria from the position description
• attach a resume
• attach a cover letter
• attach relevant certificates and licences, including driver's licence if applicable
For further information about the selection process including tips on how to address the selection criteria please refer to the Careers page on
Council is an EEO employer and First Nations people are encouraged to apply.
Council also recognises the skills and attributes of veterans and welcomes applications from ex-service personnel.