On-Call Plumber – Student Housing & Facilities

Scape; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Scape Australia is seeking a hands-on Plumber to join our Facilities team across our central Sydney portfolio. You’ll perform preventative maintenance, diagnose plumbing issues, and repair hydraulic systems to keep residents safe and comfortable.

You will work with Facilities Managers, participate in after-hours on-call rotations, and ensure work meets AS/NZS 3500 standards. The role requires a current licence, White Card, and ability to read drawings.

Qualifications

• Current government-issued Plumbing, Drainage and Gas Fitting Licence.
• Current Construction Induction Card (White Card).
• Experience providing plumbing services and using power tools.
• Strong knowledge of hydraulic systems and water distribution.
• Ability to read hydraulic schematics and manuals.
• Attention to detail; able to work unsupervised.
• Good communication across teams.
• Additional high-risk work or confined spaces certs are advantageous.
• Current First Aid Certificate and driver's licence.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine inspections and preventative maintenance and diagnose plumbing problems.
• Service and maintain hot water systems and water/waste lines issues.
• Carry out CCTV drain inspections and respond to emergencies.
• Install, maintain and repair hydraulic systems and upgrade equipment.
• Ensure work complies with AS/NZS 3500 and state regs.
• Maintain maintenance records and hydraulic drawings.
• Coordinate with Facilities Managers to schedule work.
• Participate in a 7-day on-call roster.
• Identify water efficiency improvements and recommend upgrades.

Skills

Plumbing Licence

Gas Fitting Licence

White Card

Power Tools

Hydraulic Theory

Schematics Reading

Communication Skills

First Aid Certificate

Driver's Licence

Tools

Power tools

CCTV drain equipment

Job description

Scape Australia is seeking a hands-on Plumber to join our Facilities team across our central Sydney portfolio. You’ll perform preventative maintenance, diagnose plumbing issues, and repair hydraulic systems to keep residents safe and comfortable.

You will work with Facilities Managers, participate in after-hours on-call rotations, and ensure work meets AS/NZS 3500 standards. The role requires a current licence, White Card, and ability to read drawings.