Express Wastewater is seeking a motivated 1st–2nd year apprentice plumber to join our install team based on the south side of Brisbane.
This role is ideal for someone who wants to learn properly, work hard, and take pride in doing quality work. If you're looking for an easy apprenticeship or a place to coast, this role won't be the right fit. If you want to build real skills in a specialised area of plumbing with a supportive team, you'll get a lot out of working with us.
This position involves moderate physical activity as part of the hands-on plumbing work.
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About the Role
Our core work focuses on wastewater systems, covering everything from design through to full installation. This is a specialised area of plumbing and provides hands-on experience that many apprentices don't get exposure to.
You'll work closely alongside experienced tradespeople who:
* Care about doing the job right the first time
* Value safety, preparation, and quality workmanship
* Take apprentice training seriously
From time to time, you'll also be exposed to other areas of plumbing, giving you a well-rounded apprenticeship while building depth in a niche skillset.
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How We Work
At Express Wastewater, how we work matters just as much as what we do.
We value people who:
* Take ownership of their work and outcomes
* Show up on time and prepared
* Communicate clearly and back their teammates
* Take pride in quality workmanship
* Are open to learning, feedback, and growth
We work as a team, hold high standards, and treat each other with respect. You'll be supported, but you'll also be expected to take responsibility for your development and effort.
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What We're Looking For
* 1st or 2nd year plumbing apprentice
* Strong work ethic and willingness to learn
* Punctual, reliable, and respectful on site
* Positive attitude toward on-the-job training and TAFE
* Ability to work well as part of a team
* Based on Brisbane's south side or able to travel
* Own vehicle to get to job sites initially
* Manual driver's licence (most work vehicles are manual)
* Provisional driver's licence is acceptable for this role
* Candidates should be available to commence within one month
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What We Offer
* Supportive, non-toxic workplace culture
* Strong on-the-job training and mentoring
* Support and encouragement with TAFE studies
* Opportunities to learn excavator and Positrack operation
* Pay: $16–$22 per hour + super, depending on apprenticeship year, experience, and attitude
* Long-term career and skill development opportunities
Effort, reliability, and ownership are noticed and rewarded here.
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Application Questions (Required)
To apply for this role, please include short written answers to the following questions in your cover letter.
Applications that do not address these questions will not be considered.
Please answer honestly and in your own words. There are no right or wrong answers — we're interested in how you think.
1. Why are you interested in wastewater plumbing, and why Express Wastewater specifically?
2. Tell us about a time something went wrong at work, school, or on site. What was your role in it, and what did you do afterward?
3. What does "doing a good job" actually mean to you on a work site?
4. What do you want to learn or be capable of by the end of your apprenticeship?
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How to Apply
To apply, please submit:
* Your resume
* Cover Letter including short written answers to the application questions listed in this ad
Applications without written answers will not be considered.