Plumber / Drainer
Network Operations & Maintenance | Permanent Full Time | Maryborough
BT1 / BT2 - Competency Based: $71,041 - $73,368 + superannuation
- + annualised allowance of $12,149 (W417)
- + $3,000 relocation assistance for suitable candidates
- + 9-day fortnight
Fraser Coast Regional Council our people are our most important asset and central to achieving our purpose of Building Better Communities Together.
What we are looking for:
Join a team committed to delivering high-quality plumbing services across the Fraser Coast. We are seeking a skilled and motivated Plumber to support the installation and maintenance of essential water and wastewater infrastructure.
Key Responsibilities:
- Install and maintain water supply and sewerage infrastructure including pipes, water meters, and house service connections.
- Respond to emergency plumbing situations and carry out repairs to mains, valves, hydrants, and sewer systems.
- Ensure compliance with the Plumbing and Drainage Act 2018 and relevant industry standards.
- Assist in the construction of water and wastewater assets, including trench preparation and service connection installation.
- Provide guidance and on-the-job training to apprentices and team members.
- Perform duties in accordance with Council protocols and licensing requirements.
Please click here to view a full position description.
What you’ll need for success:
- Demonstrated plumbing experience in construction and maintenance activities ideally gained within the water/wastewater industry.
- Proficient in the compliance with associated legislation, workplace policy and procedures and understand established standards.
- High level interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to problem solve.
- Demonstrated computer literacy utilising various computerised systems such as Microsoft suite (in particular Outlook, Word and Excel), electronic document management and relevant smart devices
Plus:
- Current Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B and Tetanus immunisations (or ability to readily acquire)
- Occupational/Open Plumber/Drainer Licence
- MR Licence or ability to obtain within 3 months of appointment
- Construction Induction Training (White Card)
What’s nice to have:
- Confined Space Certification
- Apply First Aid Certification
We understand that not all candidates will meet every selection criterion. If you have the right approach and the ability to contribute effectively, we welcome your application.
Benefits of Working with Council
Committed to providing quality services to our community, we strongly support an inclusive and values driven culture, recognising your individual skills, knowledge and talent. We have implemented our Leadership Development Program, Boss to Coach.
We create innovative solutions to labour shortages through our TEMPO program which has been recognised by our HR peers nationally in 2022, as well as winning the LGMA 2023 Excellence in Innovation award. Click here to review our Employee Value Proposition.
What we Offer:
- Values based culture
- Flexible working arrangements including work from home
- Study assistance program
- Novated leasing
- 24/7 access to Employee Assistance Program
- Paid maternity and paternity leave
- Paid emergency services leave
- Uniform subsidy
- Years of service rewards
Apply now:
Applications close 11pm on Monday 17 November - subject to change pending qualified applications received.
A cover letter outlining your suitability for the role, and a current resume is required.
For further details please contact Scott Scruton - Acting Network Operations Manager - [emailprotected].
Fraser Coast Regional Council is an Equal Employment Chance employer.
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