Plumber - Woomera

Service Stream; Woomera; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development

Discounts for hundreds of businesses

Paid leave (various types)

Diversity & inclusion culture

Job summary

Service Stream is expanding its Defence division, recruiting multiple plumbers for permanent full-time roles across South Australia, including at Edinburgh, Keswick and Woomera. You will be responsible for repairs, maintenance, and installations of plumbing systems in Defence buildings, ensuring compliance and safety.

Ideal candidates have at least 5 years of plumbing experience, a Certificate III in Plumbing, and licences for backflow, heat pumps, and other systems.

Qualifications

• Minimum of Certificate III in Plumbing or equivalent qualification.
• Licence endorsements for backflow prevention, heat pump water systems, on-site sewerage facility maintenance, solar water systems, and thermostatic mixing valves.
• Australian Citizenship and ability to obtain Defence Security Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, diagnose and repair plumbing issues across Defence buildings and infrastructure.
• Install, maintain and repair plumbing fixtures and pipework.
• Ensure all work complies with current legislation and regulatory standards.
• Conduct routine maintenance checks on plumbing systems.
• Collaborate with maintenance staff and contractors to complete repairs and installations.
• Maintain accurate records of work performed, including materials and time spent.
• Respond to emergency plumbing situations promptly and efficiently.
• Provide guidance to junior staff and apprentices and participate in ongoing training.

Skills

Plumbing maintenance

Reading blueprints

Regulatory compliance

Safety awareness

Education

Certificate III in Plumbing

Job description

Primary Location

SA - RAAF Woomera

Job Description Summary

We are growing - join our Defence division at Service Stream supporting the PAS contract.

About the Role

We are proud to become a new Australian Department of Defence partner, offering career opportunities to support the delivery of Property and Asset Services across South Australia and the Northern Territory.

We are hiring multiple Plumbers to support us in this contract. These are permanent full-time positions based at key sites across South Australia including Edinburgh, Keswick and Woomera.

About us

Service Stream is an equal opportunity ASX-listed business that develops and operates Australia’s essential services networks across telecommunications, utilities, transport, defence, and social infrastructure industries - we keep communities connected.

Your next role comes with these perks:

• Career development– we offer growth opportunities and support internal mobility. You will have access to skill enhancement through our online learning system and onsite training.
• Access - discounts for hundreds of businesses such as Woolworths, Air BNB, The Iconic, JB HI-FI, Dan Murphys, Bupa Health Care, and Specsavers. We also offer access to novated leasing and a share matching program.
• Paid leave - parental, cultural, community service, defence, study, corporate volunteering and purchased leave available.
• Culture – we are dedicated to fostering a workplace environment that values diversity and inclusion, and meaningful recognition. You will play a key role in building the culture of our new team.

About the role

You will ensure the effective and efficient repair and maintenance of plumbing fixtures, fittings, pipework systems, and plumbing-related infrastructure across all Defence buildings, structures, and infrastructure.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Inspecting, diagnosing, and repairing plumbing issues in Defence buildings and infrastructure.
• Installing, maintaining, and repairing plumbing fixtures such as sinks, toilets, and water heaters.
• Ensuring all plumbing work complies with current legislation and regulatory standards.
• Conducting routine maintenance checks on plumbing systems and pipework.
• Collaborating with other maintenance staff and contractors to complete repairs and installations.
• Maintaining accurate records of work performed, including materials used and time spent.
• Responding to emergency plumbing situations promptly and efficiently.
• Advising on the selection of materials and equipment for plumbing repairs and installations.
• Providing technical support and guidance to junior staff and apprentices.
• Participating in ongoing training and development to stay current with industry best practices.
• Identifying areas for process improvement and work collaboratively with teams to implement best practices.

About you

Our ideal candidate will have:

• Ideally 5 years’ experience in plumbing maintenance and repair work.
• Experience working in large infrastructure environments, preferably within Defence or similar sectors.
• Proven ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings.
• Minimum of Certificate III in Plumbing or equivalent qualification, and valid Plumbing & Drainage Occupational Licence.
• Licence endorsements for backflow prevention, heat pump water systems, on-site sewerage facility maintenance, solar water systems, and thermostatic mixing valves.

You must be an Australian Citizen and able to obtain and maintain a Defence Security Clearance.

We celebrate diversity at Service Stream and welcome applications from people who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander, people with a disability or neurodivergence, and those from LGBTIQA+, Veteran or other diverse groups. Applications are unable to be accepted via email. If you require any reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process, please email [e-mail].

Department

Field Services