Plumber/Drainer

Job No: BDBRC1167
Location: Bundaberg

Plumber/Drainer
$73,614 per annum base rate + super + benefits (9 day fortnight)
Full-Time Permanent
Water Services, Infrastructure Services
Bundaberg Region 

What we have to offer:

  • Location, location, LOCATION! - Permanent and stable employment in one of Queensland's top holiday destinations!
  • An attractive salary with options for salary sacrifice, up to 12% Superannuation contributions, 17.5% leave loading
  • 9 day fortnight - Regular long weekends!
  • Opportunities for professional development, training and study assistance to enhance your career progression
  • Work within a culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance and a friendly and supportive team
  • Access to wellbeing benefits including Fitness Passport. 
  • Think of moving to our region? We offer relocation allowance!

Are you passionate about making a real difference? 

When you work for Council as a Plumber/Drainer, you will play a key part within a multi-disciplined team, applying high precision trade skills to perform new works, maintenance and repair work to Water Services facilities and reticulation infrastructure and Council's buildings. 

This role is pivotal to ensuring the Bundaberg community has access to clean drinking water and efficient waste water management. Every task you undertake directly contributes to the health and wellbeing of our residents.

In this role, you will operate, maintain and construct works associated with Water Services' infrastructure, treatment facilities, sewerage collection, water distribution systems and other Council facilities, including (but not limited to) all network and network related assets, including water property services and sewer connect points, confined space entry and live sewer work, CCTV and condition assessment of pipeline assets. 

Are you ready to join our team and build Australia's best regional community?  

Uniquely positioned north of Brisbane in Queensland, Australia, the Bundaberg Region is one of Australia’s fastest-growing regional cities and the gateway to the Southern Great Barrier Reef. The Bundaberg Region boasts the most equitable climate in Australia and rates fifth in the world alongside Hawaii. Noted for its environmental excellence, pristine waterways, and proximity to the Great Barrier Reef, the Bundaberg Region showcases everything that nature’s palette can create. 

What we are looking for: 

  • Current Queensland Plumbers Licence or Plumbers/Drainers Licence (or equivalent licence with the ability to obtain a Queensland licence) (mandatory)
  • Current class 'MR' driver's licence or willingness to obtain
  • Construction Induction (White/Blue Card)
  • Ability to obtain various tickets (e.g., confined space, working at heights, traffic management Implementation, chemical, electrical, asbestos awareness)
  • Strong oral and written communication skills for liaising with internal and external stakeholders
  • Ability to work effectively both unsupervised and within a team
  • Proficient computer skills, including industry software
  • Relevant Water Industry training is highly regarded
  • Willingness to participate in an on-call roster

The Selection Process

We celebrate our community's rich diversity and are committed to attracting and employing people that represent the community that we serve.  We recognise and appreciate the diversity of our employees and are committed to creating an inclusive and safe working environment where all employees are valued, respected and supported to achieve their potential. We are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and encourage people of all backgrounds to apply.

The preferred candidate will be required to undergo a National Police Check and Pre-employment medicals (which may include drug and alcohol testing), as part of the recruitment process.

How to Apply

Ready to make a difference? Apply now to join our team and help build Australia's best regional community!

To apply or find out more about the Position Description or our  Benefits, Rewards and Recognition and our Diversity & Inclusion Strategy visit our Careers with Council webpage.

Closing Date: Sunday 28 July 2024, 11.30 pm AEST

Applications that do not meet the above requirements may not be shortlisted. The advertisement will be closed either when a successful applicant is identified or on Sunday 28 July 2024, whichever is sooner.

Thank you for your interest in this position.  We look forward to receiving your application.

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