Cadet - Plumbing Inspector

The details:

We have 2 Cadet - Plumbing Inspector roles up for grabs! 

These roles are part of a newly introduced Building and Plumbing Services department program that has shown successful outcomes in cadets obtaining permanent roles within council.

Our Plumbing Inspector Cadetship is a two-year program that offers a unique development pathway for a Queensland-licensed plumber and drainer in a local government setting. By the end of the cadetship, you will have gained invaluable knowledge, honed your skills, and acquired substantial on-the-job experience, setting you up for a rewarding career as a Plumbing Inspector.

As a cadet, you will embark on a comprehensive practical, on-the-job training and formal learning journey. This unique blend of experiences will equip you with both technical and professional skills, allowing you to fully understand and support the functions of our team. 

The Plumbing Services department plays a crucial role in our community, regulating the carrying out of plumbing or drainage work to reduce risks to public health and safety and the environment. This is achieved primarily by ensuring all plumbing or drainage work, other than unregulated work, is carried out by qualified persons and ensuring that plumbing or drainage work is carried out and maintained in compliance with the code requirements for the work.

About our opportunity

As our Cadet Plumbing Inspector, you will receive a mix of practical, on-the-job training and formal learning.

You will learn to assess and approve commercial and domestic plumbing and drainage applications, inspections, and compliance matters in accordance with legislative and public health and safety requirements to minimise risk.

You will provide technical advice to customers regarding the operation and maintenance of on-site sewerage treatment facilities.

This role will be diverse, exposing you to all aspects of Plumbing Services and the team's interactions with other Council business areas and external stakeholders. 

About you

We seek someone who can cooperate and work well with others, approach tasks logically, organise, and professionally to ensure the delivery of consistently high-quality work and keep yourself, your teammates, our community, and the environment safe. 

You will be able to listen and engage with a range of internal and external stakeholders. You will thrive learning new skills and being faced with new challenges. 

• Must hold a current and valid Queensland plumber and drainer licence (Not a Provisional Licence)
• Hold or be willing to obtain a General Induction Licence (White Card)
• Hold a current Queensland C class driver's licence

Position program overview

 Plumbing Inspector Cadet Program - Candidate Overview.pdf

Why join the City of Moreton Bay Team?

As the third largest local government area in Australia and the fifth fastest growing region, the Moreton Bay region boasts beautiful beaches and waterways, amazing manufacturing hubs and picturesque hinterland hamlets. Moreton Bay has a strong and connected community that enjoys all the traditional Jinibara, Kabi Kabi and Turrbal country has to offer within our region.

With a diverse workforce of more than 2,000 team members dedicated to servicing the needs and enhancing the lifestyle of nearing 500,000 residents, each team member has an intrinsic ability to impact our community. Whether you’re a manager or working on the frontline, your role will make a difference - bring your expertise and join our driven team today.

Aside from an opportunity to build a rewarding career within a diverse and growing organisation, we offer a range of team member benefits including:

• Discounted Health Insurance.
• Free flu vaccinations every year.
• Fitness Passport program offering discounted membership for you and your family to selected facilities.
• We are proud to offer opportunities to develop your career within a local government organisation and our team members are encouraged to undertake study for career development in their area of employment under our Study, Training And Research Scheme (STARS).
• Generous employer and employee super contribution scheme.
• Salary packaging options on novated leases, superannuation payments, smartphones and devices.
• We want you and your family to feel well supported when you need it most - as a team member you will have access our 24/7 confidential counselling service, leader support hotline, chaplaincy program and our Mates in Construction program.
• Our Strathpine office has local parking on-site and is in close proximity to public transport networks.
• Our Caboolture office is in close proximity to public transport networks.
• Flexibility depends on the type of work you do but could include options such as work from home, part time, 9-day fortnights and flexible days. Talk to us about what flexibility means to you!

How to Apply

Click on the 'Apply' button below to complete your online application. Please upload your current resume that demonstrates how you meet the requirements of this role.

Please note: applicants will be required to undergo a National Police History Check as part of the recruitment process for this role.

To obtain further details please contact our Careers team at *******@moretonbay.qld.gov.au. 

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