Plumbing & Infrastructure Inspector

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Benefits offered by this job

Leaseback vehicle

Job summary

MidCoast Council is seeking a knowledgeable Plumbing and Infrastructure Inspector to join the Water Planning and Assets team in MidCoast NSW. The role involves inspecting private plumbing and drainage and developer-provided water infrastructure to ensure compliance with Council requirements and the Plumbing Code of Australia.

You will collaborate with contractors, consultants and internal teams to deliver compliant infrastructure and provide technical guidance on hydraulic designs.

Qualifications

• Minimum certificate-level qualification in Plumbing and Services, Water Operations or related field.
• Current Plumbing and Drainage licence or equivalent.
• Experience inspecting domestic/commercial plumbing and drainage works.
• Knowledge of plumbing industry standards and regulatory requirements.
• Understanding water and wastewater regulatory environment and trade waste policies.

Responsibilities

• Undertake delegated regulatory functions under NSW Plumbing and Drainage Act 2011.
• Inspect plumbing and drainage works for compliance with legislation, codes and standards.
• Inspect developer-provided water/sewerage infrastructure for Council compliance.
• Provide technical guidance to contractors and consultants on plumbing infrastructure.
• Advise Development Services and internal teams on hydraulic designs.
• Prepare documentation and reports on plumbing, drainage and sewerage matters.
• Monitor industry standards and maintain professional networks.
• Contribute to improving development-related standards and procedures.
• Build relationships with stakeholders to support outcomes.
• Apply sound judgement with strong customer focus.

Skills

Regulatory knowledge

Communication skills

Problem solving

Organisational skills

Education

Certificate-level qualification in Plumbing and Services, Water Operations

Job description

Plumbing and Infrastructure Inspector

Location: MidCoast NSW

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Join a team that's helping shape the future of the MidCoast while enjoying the perfect balance of meaningful work and an exceptional lifestyle on the Barrington Coast. Here, your contribution matters - to your community, your team, and your own future.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a knowledgeable and customer-focused Plumbing and Infrastructure Inspector to join our Water Planning and Assets team.

This role is responsible for inspecting private plumbing and drainage, and developer-provided water supply and sewerage infrastructure, to ensure work complies with Council requirements, legislation, industry standards and the Plumbing Code of Australia.

You will work closely with contractors, consultants and internal teams to support the delivery of compliant, high-quality infrastructure across the MidCoast region.

In this role, you will:

• Undertake delegated regulatory functions under the NSW Plumbing and Drainage Act 2011.
• Inspect domestic and commercial plumbing and drainage works to ensure compliance with relevant legislation, codes and standards.
• Inspect developer-provided water supply and sewerage infrastructure to ensure it meets Council requirements.
• Provide technical guidance and support to contractors and consultants on plumbing, drainage, water and sewerage infrastructure.
• Provide advice to Development Services and other internal teams on hydraulic and infrastructure designs.
• Prepare documentation, correspondence and reports relating to plumbing, drainage, water and sewerage matters.
• Monitor changes to industry standards, codes and regulations and maintain effective professional networks.
• Contribute to the ongoing improvement of Council's development-related standards, procedures and processes.
• Build constructive relationships with internal and external stakeholders to support positive outcomes.
• Apply sound professional judgement, integrity and a strong customer focus in your work.

What you'll bring

• A minimum Certificate-level qualification in Plumbing and Services, Water Operations or a related field.
• A current Plumbing and Drainage licence or equivalent qualifications.
• Relevant experience installing and/or inspecting domestic and commercial plumbing and drainage work.
• Comprehensive knowledge of plumbing industry standards and regulatory requirements.
• Working knowledge of the water and wastewater regulatory environment, including trade waste policies, procedures and systems.
• Knowledge of water and sewerage infrastructure, construction techniques, materials, codes and standards.
• Working knowledge of hydraulic design and water and sewerage system design.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain constructive relationships with contractors, consultants, customers and internal stakeholders.
• Strong communication, problem-solving and organisational skills.
• A commitment to Council's values, policies, procedures and work health and safety requirements.
• A current Class C Driver Licence.

What we offer?

We are committed to the growth of our employees and have a range of benefits available to support wellbeing and career development.

Looking to relocate? From housing and transport to community connections and personalised support - discover a range of local services designed to make your move to the MidCoast region easier.

Salary: Commencing salary circa $77,740 - $93,200p.a. plus superannuation (dependent on skills and experience).

A vehicle arrangement will be made with the successful candidate for this role. Council will provide you with a leaseback vehicle for an annual fee calculated as 20% of the gross purchase price. This is a fully maintained vehicle for both business and full private use with no additional expenses in normal use.

Location: This position will be based at our Administration Centre in Yalawanyi Ganya at 2 Biripi Way, Taree. You may also be required to be based from other Council sites across the MidCoast Council region.

Tenure: Permanent, Full Time.

Closing date: Sunday, 11 October 2026 at 11:00 pm.

For questions relating to the position requirements please contact Lorenzo Sposito - Coordinator Water Development and Assessment who is the hiring coordinator for this role. Lorenzo can be reached on [phone] or at [e-mail].

For enquiries regarding the application process contact Candice Plevey, Human Resources Business Partner who is the HR representative for this role. Candice can be reached on [phone] or at [e-mail].

Our organisation

At MidCoast Council our people are our most important resource and we believe that we can only reach our full potential when you reach yours. This is the place for those who seek to play a role in the community and have an enthusiasm to learn and grow. Here you can make a real difference.

Our community is our customer and is at the centre of everything we do. We value, support and empower our people to deliver positive results for our community.

Right now, we are investing heavily in our organisation, and our people. Our Administration Centre is a state-of-the-art facility designed to inspire innovation, creativity and collaboration. The building has been named 'Yalawanyi Ganya' which means "sitting/meeting place" in the Gathang language of the indigenous people across the MidCoast Region.

About the MidCoast Region

From lakes and estuaries to white sandy beaches to world heritage mountain wilderness, the MidCoast region offers an attractive lifestyle for everyone. Our community is characterised by its welcoming attitude, growing economy and natural beauty. These are the pillars of the quality of life we value.

Our commitment

At MidCoast Council we are committed to providing equal employment opportunities. Our aim is to provide all of our staff with an inclusive, safe and healthy working environment. We never discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age or marital, veteran or disability status. If you have a disability and need to request any adjustments to assist with the application process, or to discuss workplace adjustments you may require, please contact the HR representative.

Council also recognises the skills and attributes of veterans and welcomes applications from ex-service personnel.

We respectfully ask that recruitment agencies do not contact us at this stage.