Shipyard Plumber: Major Vessel Project & Growth

Austal; Cockburn; Hybrid; AUD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Austal, Australia’s global shipbuilder, invites a Plumber to join our Henderson team on a major shipbuilding project. You will perform plumbing and general related tasks, ensure safety, quality, and timely delivery of work, and contribute to continuous improvement on site.

The role requires a Plumbing trade qualification, a Construction White Card, and demonstrable experience in shipbuilding, repair, or heavy industrial settings.

Qualifications

• Trade Qualification, Certificate in Plumbing is required.
• Construction White Card is required (or equivalent).
• Experience in new shipbuilding, repair or refit, or heavy industrial environments preferred.
• Ability to work safely and to high quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Conduct plumbing tasks and general plumbing duties as directed.
• Inspect and record measurements and data during works.
• Manage tools and equipment responsibly.
• Complete tasks on time and to the required quality.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement.
• Carry out pressure testing of installed pipe work.

Skills

Shipbuilding experience

Safe work practices

Time management

Education

Trade Qualification, Certificate Plumbing

Construction White Card

Tools

Standard plumbing tools

Job description

About the Opportunity

Based in Henderson the Plumbers are responsible for completing all facets of plumbing works (including general tasks) on time, in full and to standard, while striving for continuous improvement.

About Austal

Austal is Australia’s global shipbuilder, Defence prime contractor; and maritime technology partner of choice. We design, construct, and support defence and commercial vessels for the world’s leading operators with operations spanning Australia, the USA, Philippines, and Vietnam.

Under the Strategic Shipbuilding Agreement, Austal is leading a new era of continuous naval shipbuilding in Western Australia. We’re driving innovation, supporting sovereign capability, and creating long-term opportunities for Australian industry and workers.

This is your opportunity to contribute to projects of national significance. The maritime is now.

What’s Involved

• Conducting plumbing (or general) tasks as directed IAW supplied tasking sheet, work pack / job tickets.
• Inspection, analysis and recording of critical measurements, data or information during the process of undertaking works
• Ownership and respect for tools and equipment
• Completing the task in full, on time to quality standards
• Identify and implement opportunities for improvement in the workplace and the task.
• Carry out pressure testing of installed pipe work

You’ll Need

• Trade Qualification, Certificate ||| Plumbing
• Construction White Card
• Demonstrated experience in new shipbuilding, repair and refit or heavy industrial
• Capable of performing work in a safe and acceptable manner
• Demonstrate adequate theoretical knowledge
• Ability to use standard tools and equipment related to the trade
• Possess good time management skills an ability to set targets

Why Join Us

• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• A supportive and dynamic work environment.
• Opportunities for career advancement within our growing organisation.

At Austal we are committed to providing a safe and inclusive work environment for all. We believe that achieving greater diversity will enhance our operations and as such we actively encourage Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islanders, people of all backgrounds, ages, sexual orientation, and those with Disability to apply.