Team Leader Network Operations (Plumber)

Livingstone Shire Council; Yeppoon; Hybrid; AUD 88,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Council Tool of Trade Vehicle

Salary Packaging options

9-day fortnight

Job summary

Livingstone Shire Council is seeking a hands‑on Team Leader Network Operations (Plumber) to oversee maintenance and construction of water and wastewater reticulation systems. The role is based in Yeppoon and involves leading a team to keep essential services running smoothly for residents.

You will carry out preventative and reactive maintenance, participate in capital works, and ensure safety and reliability across the network.

Qualifications

• Plumbing trade qualifications and a current Queensland Plumber and Drainer Licence.
• Construction Industry Induction (White Card) is required.
• Backflow Prevention endorsement, Working at Heights, Confined Space and Traffic Management certifications preferred.
• Current motor vehicle driver licence is required.

Responsibilities

• Carry out preventative and reactive maintenance on water and wastewater reticulation networks.
• Play a key role in capital works projects including installing or refurbishing pipes, mains and infrastructure.
• Undertake hydrant testing, valve servicing and backflow prevention activities.
• Operate plant, tools and equipment essential to maintaining and improving the network.
• Contribute to a positive, safety‑focused team environment.

Skills

Plumbing license

White Card

Backflow endorsement

Traffic Management

Driver’s licence

Education

Queensland Plumber and Drainer Licence

Job description

Team Leader Network Operations (Plumber)

Applications closing on 14 September 2026, 11:59 PM

• Reference number 3714
• Job Type Full Time
• Package Annual salary between $87,815 - $89,874 (QLGIA (Stream C) BT2-BT3 + Site, Tool, Leading Hand and Trade Market allowances)

Are you a qualified plumbing trade professional looking for a hands‑on role that supports essential services across our community? We are seeking an experienced and motivated Team Leader Network Operations to carry out maintenance and construction work on Council’s water and wastewater reticulation systems.

About the Role:

If you love working outdoors, enjoy hands‑on, practical work, and take pride in doing things right the first time, this role offers the perfect blend of meaningful work and technical challenge. You’ll be part of a team that keeps essential water and wastewater services running smoothly for the entire community — work you can genuinely feel proud of. Every day brings something different and your contribution will directly support the safety, health, and wellbeing of the region.

In this position, you will:

• Carry out preventative and reactive maintenance on water and wastewater reticulation networks, helping to keep critical services flowing for local residents.
• Play an important role in capital works projects, including installing or refurbishing pipes, mains, and key infrastructure across the network.
• Undertake hydrant testing, valve servicing, and backflow prevention activities that contribute to public safety and system reliability.
• Operate a variety of plant, tools, and equipment essential to maintaining and improving the network.
• Contribute to a positive, inclusive, and safety‑focused team environment where everyone looks out for each other.

Skills, Experience and Qualifications

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Plumbing Trade qualifications and possess a current Queensland Plumber and Drainer Licence;
• Construction Industry Induction (White Card);
• Currently possess or have the ability to successfully obtain a Backflow Prevention endorsement, Working at Heights Certificate, Confined Space Certification and Traffic Management Implementation certification; and
• Possess and maintain a current motor vehicle driver licence.
• 9‑day fortnight – balance your career and life;
• Access to a Council Tool of Trade Vehicle - reducing travel costs and improving convenience;
• Salary Packaging options – customise your salary, your way;
• Values driven team environment – it’s how we work;
• Positive safety culture – See. Stop. Report.