Looking for a sea change without stepping away from your trade expertise?
Join Glamorgan Spring Bay Council and enjoy a unique opportunity to combine your plumbing knowledge with a flexible, community-focused role — all while living and working on Tasmania’s stunning East Coast.
About The Role
Reporting to the Acting Director Planning and Development, you’ll play a key role in protecting public health and ensuring compliance with plumbing legislation and standards.
Your work will include:
• Assessing plumbing applications and plans
• Conducting inspections and compliance audits
• Investigating complaints and undertaking enforcement
• Providing practical advice to contractors and the community
• Maintaining accurate records and statutory registers
This is a varied and autonomous role where no two days are the same.
What We're Looking For
You’re a qualified plumber with strong technical knowledge and a practical, solutions-focused mindset. You’re confident working independently and comfortable making decisions in a regulatory environment.
Essential:
• Advanced Registered Sanitary Plumber
• Minimum 5 years’ trade experience
• Knowledge of relevant legislation (Building Act, NCC, AS/NZS 3500)
• Current driver’s licence
• Certificate IV in Government (Statutory Compliance) or willingness to obtain
Why Join Us?
• Work-life balance – part-time, 3 days per week
• Council vehicle provided – full private use
• 18.5% superannuation (option to take additional 6.5% as salary)
• Stunning coastal lifestyle – beaches, nature, and community
• Supportive, close-knit team where your work makes a real impact
Want to Know More?
For a confidential discussion, contact Tasha Tyler-Moore, Acting Director Planning and Development, on (03) 6256 4*** between 9.00am and 4.30pm, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday.
How to Apply
To apply, please visit the Glamorgan Spring Bay Council website employment page and follow the instructions: https://gsbc.tas.gov.au/council/employment/
Applications submitted via SEEK will not be accepted.
Applications will be assessed as they are received, and the position will remain open until filled. Council reserves the right to close this advertisement at any time once a suitable candidate is identified.
Pre-employment checks, including referee checks and a medical assessment (including drug and alcohol testing), will be required.