Plumbing Apprentice and Employment Consultant

LiveHire Limited; Perth; Hybrid; AUD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Mobile phone

Laptop provided

Flexible work environment

Competitive remuneration package

Positive team culture

Job summary

Skill Hire is seeking a motivated Plumbing Apprentice & Employment Consultant to mentor apprentices, recruit talent, manage accounts, and develop business in the plumbing sector. The role involves working with host employers, identifying opportunities, and promoting Australian Apprenticeships across the region.

The ideal candidate may have a trade background in Plumbing or Construction, plus experience in sales, recruitment, or account management.

Qualifications

• Strong relationship-building and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and presentation abilities.
• Self-motivated and autonomous with strong organizational skills.
• Experience in sales, business development, recruitment, or related customer-focused roles.
• Trade background in Plumbing or Construction is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Mentor, support, and manage Plumbing Apprentices and Trainees from commencement through to completion.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with apprentices, host employers, and key stakeholders.
• Develop and implement business development strategies to generate new opportunities.
• Promote Australian Apprenticeships and Skill Hire services within your region.
• Source, screen, interview, and assess candidates to meet client workforce requirements.
• Identify market trends and growth opportunities within the plumbing industry.
• Conduct regular workplace visits to support apprentices and ensure positive employment outcomes.
• Collaborate with internal teams to deliver recruitment and training services.

Skills

People skills

Relationship-building

Communication

Negotiation

Autonomy

Organisation

Sales/Business development

Recruitment/candidate screening

Job description

Plumbing Apprentice & Employment Consultant

At Skill Hire, we support more than 270 school leavers and adult apprentices in completing their qualifications across a diverse range of industries, including building and construction, manufacturing, mechanical, administration, and more. Working alongside 100+ host employers, from small businesses through to leading national organisations, we are passionate about connecting apprentices with opportunities that align with their skills, career goals, and aspirations.

We are currently seeking a motivated and people-focused Plumbing Apprentice & Employment Consultant to join our growing team.

This is a rewarding and dynamic role that combines apprentice mentoring, recruitment, account management, and business development. You will support apprentices throughout their training journey while building strong relationships with host employers and identifying new business opportunities across the plumbing sector.

A trade background is highly desirable, but not essential.

What’s on Offer

• Fully maintained company vehicle
• Mobile phone and laptop provided
• Flexible work environment with a mix of office-based and on-the-road activities
• Competitive remuneration package
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the apprenticeship and training sector
• Supportive and collaborative team culture

Key Responsibilities

• Mentor, support, and manage Plumbing Apprentices and Trainees from commencement through to completion
• Build and maintain strong relationships with apprentices, host employers, and key stakeholders
• Develop and implement business development strategies to generate new opportunities
• Promote Australian Apprenticeships and Skill Hire services within your region
• Source, screen, interview, and assess candidates to meet client workforce requirements
• Identify market trends and emerging growth opportunities within the plumbing industry
• Conduct regular workplace visits to support apprentices and ensure positive employment outcomes
• Collaborate with internal teams to deliver exceptional recruitment and training services

About You

• Trade background within Plumbing or Construction (highly desirable)
• Experience in sales, business development, recruitment, account management, or a similar customer-focused role
• Strong relationship-building and stakeholder engagement skills
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation abilities
• Understanding of apprenticeships, vocational training, or workforce development programs is highly regarded
• Self-motivated and results-driven, with the ability to work autonomously
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills

Requirements

• Current WA Driver's Licence
• Valid Working with Children Check (or willingness to obtain)
• Current National Police Clearance (within the last 12 months)
• Full Australian working rights

If you're passionate about helping people build successful careers while partnering with businesses to develop skilled workforces, we'd love to hear from you.

We are committed to supporting National Reconciliation efforts through the implementation of our Reconciliation Action Plan, fostering respectful relationships and creating meaningful opportunities with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.