W&S Network Operations Worker (Licenced Plumber)

Whitsunday Regional Council; Bowen; On-site; AUD 76,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

Whitsunday Regional Council is seeking a skilled Water and Wastewater Network Operations Worker (Licensed Plumber) to join our Network Operations team in Bowen, Queensland. The role involves construction, maintenance, and repair of water and sewerage assets to ensure reliable service delivery, with on-call duties as part of a rostered arrangement.

The ideal candidate will hold a current plumber license and relevant certifications, and contribute to safe, professional work in a dynamic regional

Qualifications

• Must hold a current Qualified Plumber license.
• Certifications in Drainer, Confined Space, Working at Heights, and Trenching & Shoring are required or desirable.
• Poly Welding certification is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Assist with construction, maintenance and repair of water and sewerage infrastructure.
• Undertake installation, maintenance and fault repairs on water, wastewater and sewerage assets.
• Inspect mains and service connections for safe, reliable delivery of services.
• Assist with installation of new water and sewerage infrastructure projects.
• Maintain plumbing infrastructure across the region.
• Respond to emergency callouts and participate in on-call roster.

Skills

Licensed plumber

Drainer

Confined Space

Working at Heights

Trenching & shoring

Poly Welding

Job description

W&S Network Operations Worker (Licenced Plumber)

$76,014 - $83,588 per annum (qualified wage)

The Whitsunday Regional Council is situated at the heart of the Great Barrier Reef. The region encompasses the 74 tropical Whitsunday Islands, the coastal towns of Cannonvale, Airlie Beach, Jubilee Pocket, Shute Harbour and Bowen along with the rural towns of Proserpine and Collinsville. The Whitsunday region offers a dynamic environment and is perfectly placed to live, work, play and invest.

The Role

Whitsunday Regional Council is seeking a skilled and motivated Water and Wastewater Network Operations Worker (Licensed Plumber) to join our Network Operations team. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the delivery of capital projects while helping maintain the critical water and sewerage infrastructure that supports our growing region.

Working as part of a dedicated team, you will assist with the construction, maintenance, repair and installation of water and wastewater assets, ensuring the reliable and safe operation of Council's network and services.

Key responsibilities include:

• Assisting with the construction, maintenance and repair of water and sewerage infrastructure.
• Undertaking installation, maintenance and fault repairs on water, wastewater and sewerage assets.
• Inspecting mains and service connections to ensure the safe, reliable and economical delivery of services.
• Assisting with the installation of new water and sewerage infrastructure projects.
• Maintaining amenities and associated plumbing infrastructure across the region.
• Responding to emergency callouts and participating in a rostered on‑call arrangement.
• Delivering high-quality customer service to internal and external stakeholders.
• Ensuring all work is completed safely, professionally and in accordance with Council standards and procedures.
• Licenced Plumber & Drainer
• Confined Space certification
• Working at Heights certification
• Trenching and shoring certification
• Poly Welding Certification

Applications are encouraged early, as this vacancy will remain open until filled.

Council is committed to providing a healthy work environment for individuals working, visiting or conducting business at Council workplaces and is transitioning to a Smoke Free Workplace.

Council practices Equal Employment Opportunities and Workplace Health and Safety Principles.