Roofing and Plumbing Supervisor

Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure NSW; Sydney; On-site; AUD 79,000 - 107,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure NSW – Alexandria NSW invites Expressions of Interest for Roofing and Plumbing Supervisor roles. We seek qualified tradespeople with heritage roofing and plumbing inspection experience, especially on heritage buildings.

Typical duties include site inspections for quality and safety, assisting estimating and planning, and working on scaffolds and roof spaces.

Qualifications

• Trade certificate or equivalent in a construction craft with hands-on plumbing/roofing inspection experience.
• Post-trade certificate or equivalent qualification in a construction stream.
• Knowledge of Work Health and Safety legislation and regulations.
• Valid NSW Driver Licence and willingness to travel to remote locations.

Responsibilities

• Conduct quality and safety inspections across active project sites.
• Assist with estimating and planning future works.
• Work autonomously on scaffolds and in roof spaces and other demanding environments.
• Demonstrate understanding of current WHS legislation and regulations.

Skills

Heritage roofing

Plumbing inspections

Quality inspections

Autonomous work

Site travel

Education

Trade certificate in construction trades (plumbing/roofing)

Tools

Scaffolding

Job description

Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure NSW – Alexandria NSW

Shape your world through meaningful workthat leaves a lasting impact

• Expressions of Interest for Roofing and Plumbing Supervisor
• Alexandria Sydney office location
• Salary Wages Award 38hr $93,203 + super + allowances, travel and fares

Passionate about preserving NSW's heritage assets?

NSW Heritage Stoneworks delivers specialist heritage conservation and restoration projects that protect and extend the life of some of NSW's most significant government buildings and assets.

We are seeking Expressions of Interest from qualified and experienced plumbing professionals and particularly interested in hearing from people with specialist experience working on heritage buildings, including:

• Slate roofing
• Heritage gutters and rainwater goods
• Lead work and flashings
• Copper roofing and associated heritage detailing
• Water supply connections to site sheds and temporary site infrastructure
• Heritage plumbing and roofing inspections

Heritage roofing and plumbing expertise is highly valued and increasingly difficult to find. We are looking for skilled tradespeople who take pride in preserving historic buildings and applying traditional techniques to support the conservation of NSW's iconic heritage assets.

You will be able to:

• Conduct quality and safety inspections across active project sites.
• Assist with estimating and planning future works.
• Work autonomously and comfortably undertake inspections on scaffolds, within roof spaces and in other physically demanding environments.
• Demonstrate a sound understanding of current Work Health and Safety legislation and regulations.

The essential requirements of this role include:

• A trade certificate or equivalent in a construction craft stream of Carpentry and Joinery, Stonemasonry, Scaffolding, Bricklaying, Painting, Plastering, Plumbing, Electrical or Mechanical with relevant hands-on experience in plumbing and roofing inspection and certification.
• A post trade certificate, or equivalent qualification and/or expertise in a construction stream.
• Well-developed knowledge and understanding of current Work Health and Safety legislation and regulations.
• A valid NSW Driver Licence
• Willingness to drive to remote locations which may include overnight stays

Read the role description for more detail: Roofing and Plumbing Supervisor

About us

At the Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure(DPHI), you could shape your world while helping us shape the future of NSW. Together, we create vibrant communities, places and precincts, and manage land, assets and property.

Join our team and shape your world in a workplace that empowers you to do your best work and build a meaningful career. In this role, you’ll help shape lives and communities across NSW while growing your own career, supported by flexible work options, impactful projects and a collaborative, diverse team. As a high-performing and inclusive organisation that reflects the communities we serve, we value your lived experience and cultural knowledge, and we are committed to helping you thrive through flexible arrangements, workplace adjustments and a culture where everyone feels supported, connected and belongs.

Applications close 11.55pm on Monday 5 October 2026.

For more information contact Owen Parry via ************@dphi.nsw.gov.au or 0457 517 ***.

A talent pool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that may become available over the next 18 months.

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We encourage and support applications from people with disability. Please reach out to us to discuss any accommodations or adjustments that may be needed during the recruitment process, ensuring that you have every opportunity to showcase your talent, skills, and potential. Contact the Talent Team via ***************@dpie.nsw.gov.au or (02) 63637*** - HR Support, option 2, DPHI People Advisory, option 1 and reference 'Request an Adjustment - Job Title and Reference Number'.

Please note to be eligible to apply for this position you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or permanent resident or hold a valid Australian working Visa for the duration of the appointment.This role is subject to standard pre-employment checks, including a criminal record check.