Plumber / Drainer

Fraser Coast Regional Council; Hervey Bay; On-site; AUD 74,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Values based culture

Employee discount shopping program

Professional development

Flexible working arrangements incl. Wf

Study assistance program

Novated leasing

Employee Assistance Program 24/7

Paid maternity/paternity leave

Paid emergency services leave

Uniform subsidy

Years of service rewards

Job summary

Fraser Coast Regional Council in Hervey Bay is seeking a skilled Plumber to install and maintain water and wastewater infrastructure, support service connections and respond to emergencies.

You will be paid under the BT1/BT2 scale and hold a Cert III Plumber/Drainer, MR Licence, and White Card. The role involves asset construction support and mentoring apprentices within a dynamic council team.

Qualifications

• Qualified tradesperson with Cert III Plumber/Drainer.
• MR licence or ability to obtain within 3 months of appointment.
• Construction Induction Training (White Card) and WHS awareness.
• Immunisations for Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B and Tetanus or ability to obtain.
• Open/Occupational Plumber/Drainer Licence.
• Experience in water/wastewater construction and maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Install and maintain water supply and sewerage infrastructure (pipes, meters, service connections).
• Respond to emergency plumbing situations and repair mains, hydrants, valves and sewer systems.
• Ensure compliance with Plumbing and Drainage Act 2018 and standards.
• Assist in constructing water and wastewater assets and trench preparation.
• Provide guidance and training to apprentices and team members.
• Work in line with Council protocols and licensing requirements.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Problem solving

Computer literacy

Education

Certificate III Plumber/Drainer

Job description

Network Operations & Maintenance

Permanent Full Time

Hervey Bay

BT1 / BT2 - Competency Based: $74,161 - $76,488 + superannuation

• + annualised allowance of $12,635 (435)
• + 8-day fortnight
• + commuter vehicle

At Fraser Coast Regional Council our people are our most important asset and central to achieving our purpose of Building Better Communities Together.

What We Are Looking For

Join a team committed to delivering high-quality plumbing services across the Fraser Coast. We are seeking a skilled and motivated Plumber to support the installation and maintenance of essential water and wastewater infrastructure.

What Your Day Will Look Like

• Install and maintain water supply and sewerage infrastructure including pipes, water meters, and house service connections.
• Respond to emergency plumbing situations and carry out repairs to mains, valves, hydrants, and sewer systems.
• Ensure compliance with the Plumbing and Drainage Act 2018 and relevant industry standards.
• Assist in the construction of water and wastewater assets, including trench preparation and service connection installation.
• Provide guidance and on-the-job training to apprentices and team members.
• Perform duties in accordance with Council protocols and licensing requirements.

What You’ll Need For Success

• Qualified Tradesperson Cert III Plumber /Drainer
• MR Licence or ability to obtain within 3 months of appointment
• Construction Induction Training (White Card)
• Current Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B and Tetanus immunisations (or ability to readily acquire)
• Occupational/Open Plumber/Drainer Licence
• Demonstrated plumbing experience in construction and maintenance activities ideally gained within the water/wastewater industry.
• Proficient in the compliance with associated legislation, workplace policy and procedures and understand established standards.
• High level interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to problem solve.
• Demonstrated computer literacy utilising various computerised systems such as Microsoft suite (in particular Outlook, Word and Excel), electronic document management and relevant smart devices

What’s Nice To Have

• Confined Space Certification
• Apply First Aid Certification
• Asbestos awareness training

We understand that not all candidates will meet every selection criterion. If you have the right approach and the ability to contribute effectively, we welcome your application.

Benefits Of Working With Council

Committed to providing quality services to our community, we strongly support an inclusive and values driven culture, recognising your individual skills, knowledge and talent. As part of this we have implemented our Leadership Development Program, Boss to Coach. We also create innovative solutions to labour shortages through our TEMPO program which has been recognised by our HR peers nationally in 2022, as well as winning the LGMA 2023 Excellence in Innovation award.

What We Offer

• Values based culture
• Employee discount shopping program
• Professional development
• Flexible working arrangements including work from home
• Study assistance program
• Novated leasing
• 24/7 access to Employee Assistance Program
• Paid maternity and paternity leave
• Paid emergency services leave
• Uniform subsidy
• Years of service rewards

Applications close 11pm on Tuesday 15 September 2026 - subject to change pending qualified applications received.

For further details please contact Matthew Peacock – Water Network Coordinator – [e-mail] or on mobile [phone] during business hours only.

Fraser Coast Regional Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.