Plumber

Tablelands Regional Council; Tolga; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Working Conditions

76 hour / 9-day fortnight

Five weeks annual leave

Leave loading

Pro-rata long service leave after 7+

Uniforms & PPE supplied

Discounted health insurance

Job summary

Tablelands Regional Council in Tolga, Queensland, is seeking a logical and dependable Plumber to join the Reticulation Operations team on a full-time permanent basis. The role covers water and wastewater reticulation work in a professional, safe and efficient manner to ensure a continuous supply of water and sewer systems for the community.

We offer flexible working conditions, a 76-hour/9-day fortnight, five weeks annual leave with leave loading, and opportunities for training and career

Responsibilities

• This position undertakes a range of operational, maintenance and construction tasks relative to water, and wastewater reticulation matters in a professional, safe and efficient manner to ensure a continuous and effective supply of water and sewer systems for the community.

Job description

Plumber Tablelands Regional Council Tolga, QLD, AU

Our Tolga team is looking for a logical & dependable individual to join our Reticulation Operations department as a full-time permanent Plumber.

This position undertakes a range of operational, maintenance and construction tasks relative to water, and wastewater reticulation matters in a professional, safe and efficient manner to ensure a continuous and effective supply of water and sewer systems for the community.

About Tablelands Regional Council (TRC)

TRC is a forward-thinking, progressive, and inclusive organisation, delivering a range of services and programs for our community. We have a highly skilled workforce who provide innovative solutions to problems. We seek and recruit people who are passionate about the region, work well in a team environment, and have the skills and abilities to produce quality outcomes.

The Atherton Tablelands is one of the most exciting places in North Queensland to live and work. Located within a 90-minute drive from Cairns, our enviable lifestyle, vibrant landscapes, untouched rainforests, dramatic mountains, and stunning lakes & waterfalls make the Tablelands region extremely attractive for your new career

Tablelands Regional Council offers:

• Flexible Working Conditions - we encourage a healthy work-life balance.
• Employment Security - we offer long-term employment opportunities.
• Diverse Training Opportunities - we support staff in their roles.
• Career Progression – we provide opportunities to continually grow and build a career in local government.
• Equal Remuneration – we offer equal employment opportunities.

Applications Close 5pm, Wednesday 16 September 2026

• Base salary package from $72,774.94 per annum ($2,799.04 per fortnight)
• A range of allowances included in base salary
• Attractive work/life balance - 76 hour / 9-day fortnight (fortnightly RDO)
• Flexible working arrangements with RDO incentive
• 5 weeks annual leave with 17.5% leave loading
• Access to pro-rata long service leave after 7 years' of service
• Uniforms & personal protective equipment supplied
• Hearing checks, flu shots & skin checks (subject to availability)
• Discounted health insurance available

We encourage applicants from all backgrounds including First Nations People, people from different cultural backgrounds and people with disabilities.