Apprentice Plumber

Quilpie Shire Council; Rockhampton Regional; On-site; AUD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging options

Wellbeing Week program

Ongoing training and professional dev.

9 day fortnights

5 weeks annual leave

Job summary

Quilpie Shire Council is offering an Apprentice Plumber role where you’ll earn while you learn, gaining hands-on experience across water, sewerage and plumbing infrastructure under supervision. You’ll undertake a Certificate III in Plumbing while contributing to essential community services, with opportunities to grow in a supportive team environment.

This hands-on apprenticeship emphasizes safety, teamwork, and practical training, including maintenance, testing, and after-hours callouts as part

Qualifications

• Must have completed Year 10 schooling and show reliability and punctuality.
• Enthusiasm to learn plumbing trades and pursue formal qualification.
• Ability to work effectively in a team and follow directions.

Responsibilities

• Assist Water & Sewerage crew with maintenance, repairs and construction of plumbing, water and sewerage infrastructure.
• Support testing, monitoring, and inspections of water and sewerage systems.
• Participate in after-hours call outs as required and learn from a qualified tradesperson.
• Begin and progress toward Certificate III in Plumbing through study and hands-on practice.

Skills

Reliability

Punctuality

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Education

Year 10 schooling

Willingness to undertake Certificate III in Plumbing

Job description

Job Description

Your opportunity

As an Apprentice Plumber at Quilpie Shire Council, you will have the opportunity to earn while you learn, developing valuable trade skills while working alongside experienced and qualified professionals.

Reporting to the Water & Sewerage Supervisor, you'll gain hands-on experience across water, sewerage and plumbing infrastructure, learning from experienced tradespeople in a supportive team environment while completing your Certificate III in Plumbing.

With integrity and pride, you will:

• Assist the Water & Sewerage crew with maintenance, repairs and construction of plumbing, water and sewerage infrastructure.
• Conduct water and sewerage testing, monitoring and inspections
• Support emergency response and after-hours call outs
• Assist and learn from a qualified tradesperson
• Gain a Certificate III in Plumbing qualification

What you'll bring

You are a reliable and motivated individual who enjoys practical, hands‑on work and takes pride in contributing to essential services that support the community. You have a strong commitment to safety, a willingness to learn, and enjoy working as part of a team to achieve positive outcomes. You will demonstrate our values of Respect, Communication, Fun and Humour, Pride, Trust and Teamwork to your everyday work.

To thrive in this role, you will have:

• Completed Year 10 Schooling
• Demonstrated reliability, honesty and punctuality with an enthusiasm to learn new knowledge and skills
• Willingness to undertake studies and practice requirements to complete a Certificate III in Plumbing
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively within a team and take directions

Although it’s not essential, it would be great if you had:

• Current 'C' or 'MR' class Drivers Licence
• Previous local government experience
• Understanding or experience demonstrating workplace, health and safety practices

Why Quilpie Shire Council?

We’re a Council with big ideas and bold energy. As an Apprentice Plumber, you’ll develop practical skills and be supported every step of the way as you build a rewarding career.

For those looking to kick‑start your trade journey, this hands‑on apprenticeship is an opportunity to gain a qualification, and contribute to the delivery of essential water, sewerage and plumbing services that support our community everyday.

Plus, living in Quilpie Shire means shaping the life you want to live. This is a welcoming, family‑friendly community where people look out for each other, where you’ll build real relationships and celebrate alongside everyone who turns out for the big events we host. You’ll also soak in spectacular Outback landscapes, enjoy an abundance of outdoor and sporting activities, access excellent medical care, and so much more.

You’ll also be rewarded for your commitment with a range of benefits, including:

• Salary packaging options
• Our annual Wellbeing Week, with everything from hearing and skin checks to healthy cooking workshops and advice on super retirement fund options
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
• 9 day fortnights
• 5 weeks annual leave.