Qualified Plumbers Wanted

RKG Plumbing & Civil; Wollongong City Council; On-site; AUD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

RKG Plumbing & Civil is seeking qualified plumbers for multiple positions across new construction projects on the South Coast. You will work on multi-residential and commercial sites, completing tasks independently while integrating with a skilled team.

Machinery operation experience is highly regarded and career progression opportunities exist. We value quality workmanship, strong client relationships, and reliability.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years post-trade experience.
• Experience in new construction plumbing (multi-residential or commercial) preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret plans at an intermediate level.

Responsibilities

• Work across new construction plumbing projects (multi-residential and/or commercial).
• Complete work independently while collaborating with a skilled team.
• Operate machinery on live construction sites, including trenching and service installation.

Skills

Excavator operator

Independent worker

Plan reading & interpretation

Client relations

Problem solving

Education

Certificate III in Plumbing

Tools

Machinery operation

Deck set outs

Long sections reading

Job description

Qualified Plumbers Wanted - Multiple Positions Available

RKG is a well established plumbing business delivering high-quality workmanship across a range of new construction projects. Due to continued growth and a strong pipeline of work, we are seeking qualified plumbers to join our professional and supportive team.

This is an excellent opportunity for motivated tradespeople who take pride in their work, communicate well, and are looking to further develop their skills within a business that values quality, efficiency, and its people.

Whether you are an experienced plumber seeking your next challenge, or looking for a positive team environment or a lifestyle change to the beautiful South Coast, we encourage you to apply.

About the Role

You will be working across a variety of new construction plumbing projects (multi-residential and/or commercial), completing work independently while collaborating with a skilled team. This role offers consistent hours, variety of work, and genuine opportunities for career progression and leadership development. Ability to operate machinery is highly regarded.

Experience on Class 2 Building sites and experience leading teams highly regarded.

Plumbers who are highly skilled excavator operators are strongly encouraged to apply. Experience operating machinery on live construction sites - particularly for trenching, service installation, and detailed excavation around existing services - will be highly regarded, with opportunities to utilise these skills regularly on our projects.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay rates based on experience
• Supportive, professional, and rewarding team environment
• Strong and consistent pipeline of work
• Opportunities for learning, development, and leadership progression
• Work vehicle provided to the right candidate
• Fortnightly team events and training
• Monthly recognition awards
• Formal training and upskilling opportunities

What We're Looking For

• Certificate III in Plumbing
• Highly skilled Excavator Operator, with ability to dig at grade, set up laser & calculate grades
• Minimum 2 years post-trade experience
• Experience in new construction plumbing (multi-residential or commercial preferred)
• Ability to read and interpret plans at an intermediate level, including Long sections
• Strong workmanship with attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and problem-solve confidently
• Driver's licence and reliable transport
• Complete tool kit or willingness to obtain
• Comfortable using technology (uploading photos and job notes to online systems)
• Professional presentation and ability to maintain positive client relationships
• Commitment to maintaining vehicles, tools, and equipment
• Ability to complete Deck Set Outs or in ground setouts

WE WANT THE BEST OF THE BEST!

Why Join RKG?

At RKG, we value quality tradespeople and provide an environment where you are respected for your skills, supported to grow, and rewarded for great work. If you're looking for long-term stability, career progression, and a team that takes pride in what they do, this role is for you.