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
At 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 **** 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.
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
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. As part of this we have implemented our Leadership Development Program, Boss to Coach.
We also create innovative solutions to labour shortages through our TEMPO program which has been recognised by our HR peers nationally in ****, as well as winning the LGMA **** 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.
Fraser Coast Regional Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
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