Plumber and Gas Fitter

4 days ago

Cairns, Queensland, Australia Hays | Trades & Labour Full time $114,000 per year

Plumber and Gas Fitter required in remote Far North Queensland Great Salary Package + 5 weeks annual leave

Your new company

Hays Recruitment are pleased to partner with a well-established remote Council providing essential services to a remote community in regional Far North Queensland. Due to an increase in work load they are currently seeking an experienced Plumber to join their busy construction and maintenance team. This is a residential role, requiring relocation to the council with accommodation and relocation assistance provided.

Your new role

Providing support to the maintenance and housing services team you will be responsible for responding to range of residential and commercial customers within the community. You will assist in diagnosing & troubleshooting plumbing issues, maintenance, rough in & fit off, roofing work and solar hot water installations. This will be a Monday to Friday opportunity with overtime available.

What you'll need to succeed

You will need to be a trade qualified plumber. You will need to hold a current QLD plumbing licence or be willing to obtain one (if from out of state), a gas licence is desirable, a construction white card and have experience in domestic or commercial plumbing, maintenance, and repairs. You will ideally have prior experience working in a remote Indigenous community and be culturally aware.

What you'll get in return

In return for your skills you will be offered ongoing work in a community where your skills can make a difference. You will also receive:

  • Flights to the area
  • Work opportunity that supports work/lifestyle balance
  • A $114,000 + superannuation salary with possible overtime penalty rates available
  • Isolation Leave
  • Relocation Allowance
  • 5 weeks annual leave
  • Permanent Employment
  • Experience an excellent location for fishing and exploration
  • Subsidised accommodation
  • Access to employee well-being programs

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

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