Plumber

South32; Townsville City; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Parental leave

Superannuation 14%

Share plans

Education assistance

Job summary

South32 is seeking a Plumber for permanent full-time work on a 7:7 roster with FIFO from Brisbane, Townsville or Cairns, or DIDO from Mount Isa, Cloncurry and McKinlay shires. You will deliver plumbing and hydraulic services supporting remediation, refurbishment and construction while ensuring safety, environmental and quality standards.

Responsibilities include fault finding, inspections, testing and commissioning, interpreting drawings, and aiding project planning to minimise disruption.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Plumbing is required.
• Current Plumbing and Gas Fitting Licence is required.
• Working at Heights and Confined Space Entry certifications are required.
• A valid Driver’s Licence is required.

Responsibilities

• Complete fault finding, repairs and system upgrades.
• Conduct inspections, testing and commissioning activities.
• Interpret technical drawings and project specifications.
• Support project planning to minimise operational disruption.

Skills

Plumbing execution

Fault diagnosis

Interpreting drawings

Stakeholder relations

Education

Certificate III in Plumbing

Current Plumbing and Gas Fitting Licence

Working at Heights

Confined Space Entry

Current Drivers Licence

Job description

At South32, we're meeting the challenge of enabling a sustainable future through our focus on responsibly producing commodities critical for a low-carbon world.

As a collaborative, caring and inclusive company, there's no better place to make a genuine difference. Together we're making a positive, global impact that has the potential to change lives.

Whatever career path you choose, we'll support you every step of the way to learn, grow and succeed. So join us, step towards a brighter future and leave your legacy.

WHAT SOUTH32 OFFERS

• 26 weeks full-paid, or 52 weeks half-paid parental leave for primary carers
• 14% superannuation contributions
• The opportunity to become a shareholder of South32 through our share plans
• Education assistance up to $8000 per year

ABOUT THE ROLE

This role is a Permanent full-time position on a 7:7 roster, rotating day and night shift. FIFO from Brisbane, Townsville or Cairns, or DIDO from Mount Isa, Cloncurry and McKinlay shires.

As the Plumber, you will be responsible for delivering plumbing and hydraulic services that support structural remediation, refurbishment and construction projects while ensuring compliance with safety, environmental and quality standards.

Other key responsibilities include, but aren't limited to:

• Complete fault finding, repairs and system upgrades
• Conduct inspections, testing and commissioning activities
• Interpret technical drawings and project specifications
• Support project planning to minimise operational disruption

ABOUT YOU

You will have experience and demonstrate capability in the following:

• Delivering plumbing works within industrial, mining, and heavy construction environments
• Diagnosing faults and completing repairs and upgrades to plumbing infrastructure
• Interpreting technical drawings and specifications to achieve quality outcomes
• Building strong working relationships with trades, contractors and project teams

Qualifications for this position are:

• Certificate III in Plumbing
• Current Plumbing and Gas Fitting Licence
• Working at Heights and Confined Space Entry
• Current Drivers Licence

South32 is committed to building and maintaining an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects the communities in which we operate. We provide a recruitment process that is fair, equitable and accessible for all and we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

This job advert will close on Wednesday 30th September 2026.