Apprentice Plumber

BGIS, Healthcare Client; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Spot recognition vouchers

Referral bonus

Flare access for discounts

Job summary

BGIS on the Gold Coast is seeking an Apprentice Plumber (1st–3rd Year) to support planned and reactive maintenance within a major healthcare precinct. You will learn from experienced tradespeople, gain hands-on experience, and complete structured learning through BGIS Apprentice Training.

Based on-site in Southport, you will work with client and BGIS teams, develop trade skills, and contribute to a safe, collaborative workplace as you progress toward a full plumbing trade qualification.

Qualifications

• Demonstrates willingness to learn plumbing skills and safety practices.
• Enrolled in an approved plumbing apprenticeship program.
• Basic numeracy and measurement skills required.
• Able to follow instructions and work safely in a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist with plumbing repairs, maintenance, and installation works.
• Inspect and replace damaged components under supervision.
• Learn to interpret technical drawings, plans and site documentation.
• Safely operate tools and equipment and use ladders/elevated work platforms as required.
• Support planned and reactive maintenance across the site.
• Collaborate with tradespeople, subcontractors and client representatives.
• Participate in BGIS Apprentice Training Program and complete learning modules.
• Maintain safety, quality standards and company policies.

Skills

Willingness to learn

Teamwork

Safe workplace conduct

Good communication

Follow instructions

Hand tools familiarity

Education

Enrolled in plumbing apprenticeship program

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

We acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we work, and pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging.

About BGIS

BGIS is a global leader in integrated facilities management, delivering innovative and sustainable solutions to clients across various industries. We pride ourselves on maintaining high standards of safety, efficiency, and operational excellence.

Purpose of the Role

BGIS is seeking an Apprentice Plumber (1st, 2nd or 3rd Year) to support the delivery of planned and reactive maintenance services within one of the Gold Coast's largest and most significant healthcare and education environments. Reporting directly to the site leadership team, you will work collaboratively with both client and BGIS teams while developing your trade skills through hands‑on experience, structured learning, and ongoing mentoring.

The ideal candidate will be reliable, eager to learn, and motivated to build a long‑term career in the plumbing industry. You will enjoy working as part of a supportive team, learning from experienced tradespeople, and contributing to a safe and positive workplace culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with plumbing repairs, maintenance activities, and installation works.
• Inspect and replace damaged components and materials under supervision.
• Learn to interpret technical drawings, plans, and site documentation.
• Safely operate tools, equipment, ladders, and elevated work platforms as required.
• Support planned and reactive maintenance activities across the site.
• Work collaboratively with tradespeople, subcontractors, suppliers, and client representatives.
• Participate in the BGIS Apprentice Training Program and complete all required learning modules.
• Maintain compliance with safety procedures, quality standards, and company policies.
• Develop practical trade skills while supporting the ongoing operation of a large healthcare precinct.

Education, Experience & Skills

• Current Driver's Licence.
• White Card (General Construction Induction Card).
• Strong willingness to learn and develop plumbing trade skills.
• Basic numeracy and measurement skills.
• Ability to follow instructions and work safely.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Positive attitude and commitment to professional development.
• Previous exposure to construction, maintenance, facilities management, or trade environments.
• Familiarity with hand tools and power tools.
• Current participation in a plumbing apprenticeship program.
• Interest in building maintenance and healthcare facilities environments.

Workplace Flexibility

To support your development, this position will be based on-site in Southport within a major healthcare environment. You will gain valuable hands‑on experience working alongside experienced tradespeople while completing your apprenticeship and building your practical trade skills.

Why Join BGIS?

Key Benefits Include:

• Spot recognition vouchers and $2,000 employee referral bonus.
• Access to Flare for discounts across retailers, energy, utilities & much more!
• Fitness Passport (access for you and your family to gyms and aquatic centres nationwide), employee discounts, and optional yearly paid flu vaccination vouchers.
• AFR Best Places to Work 2024 & 2025.
• Winner of Inspiring Workplaces Award 2025.
• Career progression through secondments & internal mobility.
• Health perks including EAP, wellness programs & flu vaccinations.
• FMA Industry Award for Excellence 2025 Finalist.
• RICS 2025 Property/Facilities Management Team of the Year Nominee.

BGIS is a global leader in facility management, energy and sustainability, project delivery, asset management, and technical services. We employ over 12,000 people worldwide and manage over 50,000 diverse facilities, including critical environments such as data centres. Our clients span sectors including Healthcare, Government, Higher Education, and Utilities.

BGIS is an equal opportunity employer and we strongly encourage applications from women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTQ+ individuals, and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.

To be successful in the role, applicants must have full working rights in Australia.

Explore more opportunities at https://apac.bgis.com