Plumber

Precruitment; Cairns Regional; Presencial; AUD 100.000 - 115.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Accommodation provided

Work vehicle provided

Tools provided

Relocation assistance

6 weeks annual leave

15 days personal leave

2 return flights per year

Additional 2 negotiated flights per年

Descripción de la vacante

Remote Queensland Council is seeking an experienced Plumber to join the Engineering and Infrastructure team. The role covers plumbing repairs, installations and maintenance across Council infrastructure, public housing and residential properties, with a focus on monitoring water supply via SCADA systems.

You will work across water and wastewater infrastructure, pump stations and related systems, ensuring safe and reliable operation and supporting emergency repairs as needed.

Formación

• Must have trade qualification in Plumbing and Drainage with current licence.
• Experience operating SCADA for water systems is essential.
• Strong emphasis on safety, quality workmanship and problem solving.

Responsabilidades

• Perform plumbing installation, maintenance and repairs across water and wastewater infrastructure.
• Monitor water supply and system performance using SCADA; respond to alerts.
• Maintain public housing, residential properties and Council infrastructure.
• Coordinate with other trades and teams to complete tasks on time.
• Prepare job quotes and order materials; schedule works as required.
• Supervise and support apprentices where applicable.

Conocimientos

Plumbing & drainage expertise

SCADA familiarity

Safety-focused

Troubleshooting

Educación

Trade qualification in Plumbing and Drainage or equivalent

Current Plumbing and Drainage Trade Licence

Herramientas

SCADA systems

Asset management software

Descripción del empleo

A Remote Queensland Council is seeking an experienced Plumber to join its Engineering and Infrastructure team.

This is a varied, hands-on trade role responsible for plumbing repairs, installations and maintenance across Council infrastructure, public housing and residential properties. A key part of the position is monitoring and supporting Council's water supply using SCADA systems, making previous SCADA water monitoring experience particularly important.

You will work across water and wastewater infrastructure, plumbing systems, pump stations and general maintenance while supporting the reliable delivery of essential services to the community.

What's On Offer

• $100K – $115K base salary + superannuation
• Accommodation provided
• Work vehicle provided
• Tools provided
• Relocation assistance
• 6 weeks annual leave
• 15 days personal leave
• 2 return flights per year
• Additional 2 negotiated flights per year
• Full-time Local Government position
• Strong long-term opportunity within essential water and infrastructure services

About the Role

You will undertake plumbing installation, maintenance and repair works while supporting the safe and reliable operation of Council's water infrastructure.

Key responsibilities include:

• Monitoring water supply and system performance using SCADA systems
• Responding to SCADA alerts and identifying water system issues
• Undertaking plumbing repairs, maintenance and installation works
• Maintaining public housing, residential properties and Council infrastructure
• Working across water and wastewater reticulation systems
• Maintaining plumbing, drainage, irrigation and associated infrastructure
• Undertaking maintenance and repairs to pump stations
• Completing emergency plumbing repairs when required
• Preparing job quotes and identifying labour and material requirements
• Scheduling works and ordering materials
• Inspecting plumbing and water infrastructure to identify faults and maintenance requirements
• Recording completed works within Council's asset management system
• Assisting with the supervision and development of apprentices
• Working collaboratively with other trades and operational teams

About You

You are a qualified Plumber with strong practical experience and an understanding of water supply systems. Importantly, you have experience using SCADA systems for water monitoring and management.

You will bring:

• Trade qualification in Plumbing and Drainage or equivalent
• Current Plumbing and Drainage Trade Licence
• Demonstrated experience using SCADA systems to monitor water supply, storage, pumping or related infrastructure
• Sound understanding of water monitoring, flow, pressure and system performance
• Current provisional or open Driver Licence
• Construction White Card
• Demonstrated plumbing maintenance and repair experience
• Experience working with water and wastewater infrastructure
• Ability to troubleshoot faults and respond to operational issues
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong commitment to workplace health and safety
• Sound communication and customer service skills
• Ability to manage competing priorities and respond to operational requirements

Highly regarded:

• Certificate III in Gas Fitting or equivalent
• Confined Space Entry ticket
• Working at Heights ticket
• MR or HR Driver Licence
• Plant and equipment licences or tickets
• Experience supervising apprentices or trainees
• Previous Local Government or remote community experience