Roofing and Plumbing Supervisor

NSW Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure; Sydney; On-site; AUD 84,000 - 103,000; Full time

Job summary

NSW Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure seeks Expressions of Interest for a Roofing and Plumbing Supervisor with heritage-building experience. The role involves inspections, planning support and autonomous site work at Alexandria, NSW, with travel to remote locations and compliance with WHS regulations.

Essential qualifications include a construction trade certificate with plumbing/roofing inspection experience, a post-trade credential, and a valid NSW driver licence.

Qualifications

• A trade certificate or equivalent in Carpentry/Joinery, Stonemasonry, Scaffolding, Bricklaying, Painting, Plastering, Plumbing or Mechanical with hands-on plumbing/roofing inspection experience.
• A post-trade certificate or equivalent qualification in a construction stream.
• Solid knowledge 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.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Trade certification

Safety compliance

Driver license

Willingness to travel

Education

Post-trade certificate in construction

Construction craft trade certificate

Job description

Shape your world through meaningful work that 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 [e-mail] or 0457 517 401.

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.

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 [e-mail] or [phone] - 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.