Plumber & Drainer

ARE YOU AN ENTHUSIASTIC AND MOTIVATED 4TH YEAR OR QUALIFIED PLUMBER/DRAINER LOOKING FOR YOUR NEXT CHALLENGE?

About the position:

The Plumber & Drainer position will undertake a range of plumbing and labouring works of a municipal nature.

The Apprentice Plumber position will assist in a range of plumbing and labouring works of a municipal nature including a broad range of civil construction and maintenance tasks.

Completion of an apprentice training program leading to a qualification as a Plumber.

• This is a permanent full-time position based at the Greenmount Depot.
• The base salary for this position is; Qualified - $1,225.91 gross per week, plus 17.5% annual leave loading and up to 12.65% superannuation. 4th year apprentice - $1,050.81 gross per week, plus 17.5% annual leave loading and up to 12.65% superannuation. 
• Professional development and learning opportunities.
• Active social club – TRC Employee’s Association. 
• Employee Assistance Program – free 24 hour nationwide confidential personal or work-related counselling services for employees and their families.
• A range of progressive health and wellbeing services.
• Work in a safety-conscious organisation - home safe every day!

About the Water Operations Team:

Water Operations forms part of the Water and Waste Services Group (WWSG), which also includes Water Infrastructure Services, Water Project Services and Waste Services. Water Operations is responsible for the operation of Council’s water and wastewater pumping, treatment, and distribution systems to ensure customer service standards and legislative compliance obligations are met.

The team encompasses personnel from various areas of engineering, operations and compliance. Our team believes in fostering a positive work culture based around quality outcomes, effective communication, transparency, professionalism and respect.

How to be successful in this position:

Qualification(s), training and/or experience, specific to the role:

Mandatory:

• Current Queensland Plumber/Drainer Licence or Current 4th year Plumber & Drainer (as per award).
• Current unrestricted ‘C’ Class Driver’s Licence.
• Certificate in Backflow Prevention, or willingness to obtain within 3 months of commencement.
• Current Certificate in Confined Space, or willingness to obtain within 3 months of commencement. The ability to revalidate this certificate is also required.
• WHS Competency (White Card) for CPCCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry, or equivalent, or a willingness to obtain prior to commencement.
• Current First Aid Certificate – Provide first aid (HLTAID011), or willingness to obtain within 3 months of commencement.

Desirable:

• Current ‘MR’ Driver’s Licence.
• Relevant machinery tickets highly regarded.
• Certificate III in Water/Wastewater Treatment Plant Operation.
• Certificates of Competency, or a willingness to obtain and complete the relevant certificates within 3 months of commencement in:
  • Traffic Control.
  • Authorised Person.
  • Workplace Spills.
  • Environmental Awareness.
  • Operate Quick Cut Saw and Concrete Saw.
  • Asbestos Awareness.

How to apply:

For full details of this position, please ensure you download the Position Description, which provides the Success Criteria. 

Qualified Position Description

Apprentice

To apply, please submit your current resume and ensure you have answered all the application questions.

The preferred candidate will be required to undertake a Criminal History Check and a pre-employment medical assessment to assess their ability to perform the genuine occupational requirements of the position.

Please note to have your application considered, ensure that you have followed the instructions outlined above.

For further information:

Please contact Rob Colyer on (07) 4697 0*** within business hours.

Closing date:

The closing date for applications is at 11:45pm Tuesday 30 April 2024.

About Council:

The Toowoomba region is about rich traditions and bold ambitions.  Our long and proud agricultural history has evolved Toowoomba into Australia’s second largest inland city with a population of 180,000 and employs approximately 1,600 staff, dedicated and enthusiastic, about delivering excellent customer service to the community, residents, and visitors throughout the region.  We recognise that our success depends upon attracting and retaining skilled and talented staff and offer a wide variety of interesting challenges and opportunities to gain experience your career.

Visit our website www.tr.qld.gov.au/jobs for information on how to apply for jobs at Toowoomba Regional Council.  Applicants are encouraged to apply online.

Attachments:
- Position Description - Apprentice Plumber - (3839).pdf
- Position Description - Plumber & Drainer (3839).pdf
- TRC Values and Behaviours.pdf