Plumber

2 weeks ago

Cairns, Queensland, Australia Cairns Regional Council Full time
Plumber - Temporary / Permanent Positions Available Requisition Number: 264 Salary: Base rate $64,772.76 per annum + northern district, site and leading hand allowance ($71,175.05 per annum) + other relevant allowances, overtime, and penalties where applicable Position Type: Full-Time Permanent & Temporary Positions up until 30 June 2028 Applicants will be considered for both temporary and permanent roles, unless you specify otherwise in your application Location: Various Locations Application Close Date: Open-ended Advertisement (6-12 months)Turn Your Plumbing Passion into Progress with Cairns Regional CouncilAre you ready to pipe up and plunge into a future of innovation? Enjoy work life balance, work alongside skilled leaders, and thrive in supportive teams as we revolutionise water solutions.

About the role:
• Monday – Friday + overtime (Some weekend work and call out duties required – penalty rates apply)
• Flexible work arrangements - 9-day fortnight (76) hours per fortnight
• Fortnightly pay
• Uniform provided
• Good work hours
• Council vehicles use to undertake daily duties
• Stable local Cairns based work
• Tool allowance
• 3 hours paid time each year for an annual health check
• Fitness Passport - subsidised health and well-being memberships (gym/swimming pool)
• Up 5 weeks annual leave
• Up to 3 weeks personal leave
• Secure your future with up to 12% superannuation contributions
• Salary sacrifice opportunities
• Career progression opportunities in roles such as Technical Officer, Team Leader & Plumbing Inspector
• Safe work practices and a commitment to safety on the job Why Join Us?Cairns Regional Council delivers essential water services to over 160,000 customers.

Our water assets include:
• 1 dam
• 9 river intakes
• 2 treatment plants
• 68 reservoirs
• 49 water pump stations
• 6 wastewater treatment plants
• 180 wastewater pump stations
• 23,611 manholes
• 3,300 km of pipes Please visit our Works in progress page for a list of current exciting water projects.

Find out more about the Cairns Water Security Stage Project.

Your Next Big Opportunity: Lead the way in this exciting field, ensuring efficient water usage and sustainability for generations to come.

Use your expertise to make a significant impact on your community and the environment.

There are multiple Plumbing roles across the organisation in the following positions:
• Water Reticulation Plumber: Work under the direction of our Team Leaders to install and maintain all aspects of our water reticulation network.

(Temporary & Permanent Roles)
• Smart Water Meter Plumber: Be part of an innovative initiative as we replace mechanical water meters with state-of-the-art smart meters across the Cairns region.

Help residents detect hidden leaks early, minimize water wastage, and take control of their water usage.

(Temporary Role)We are committed to:
• Fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment
• Embracing innovation and continuous improvement
• Cultivating a culture of professional growth and support Now we want to hear about YOUApplications MUST be submitted through the ' Apply' button and include a resume outlining previous work experience and relevant qualifications and licenses.

For further information about this role please download the Position Description which includes the Key Duties, Responsibilities and Selection Criteria.

Council's Recruitment Team can be contacted via:
• Phone: (07) 4044 3310
• Email: jobs@cairns.qld.gov.au
• Website: Available Jobs

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