Parks Plumber

Requisition Number: 526
Salary Range: $71,175.05 per annum
Position Type: Full Time Permanent
Location: McCoombe Street Depot
Application Close Date: Sunday, 2 March 2025 at 11.30pm AEST

Are you a skilled plumber looking to make a difference in the Cairns community?

Do you enjoy working outdoors, contributing to the maintenance of public spaces, and being part of a dynamic, supportive team?

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced and passionate Parks Plumber to join our team and play a key role in maintaining and enhancing the plumbing assets of parks and public spaces across the Cairns region. 

What You Will Do:
As a Parks Plumber, you will play a vital role in the installation, maintenance, and repair of all plumbing assets related to our City Venues, including irrigation systems, taps, bubblers, outdoor showers, and more. You will operate under the direction of the Field Leader Parks Plumbing and work in accordance with industry regulations, all while helping to maintain our vibrant public spaces.

What We’re Looking For:

• Current Certificate III in Plumbing / Drainage.
• Current Drivers Licence to 3-tonne capacity.
• Physical wellbeing to carry out all tasks associated with Parks Plumbing.
• Endorsed Backflow certificate.
• Previous experience in Plumbing / Irrigation Water Supply Works.
• The ability and experience to manage on site works with minimal supervision.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.

If you are seeking an opportunity where you can work in diverse outdoor environments and ensure quality plumbing services, we would love to hear from you!

Some benefits we offer:

• Achieve work / life balance with flexible working arrangements
• Fitness Passport - subsidised health and well-being memberships (gym/swimming pool)
• Recharge with up to 5 weeks annual leave
• Up to 3 weeks personal leave
• Secure your future with 12% superannuation contributions
• Salary sacrifice opportunities
• Grow personally and professionally with learning and development opportunities
• Cherish family time with up to 14 weeks paid parental leave

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 YOU!

Applications MUST be submitted online through the 'Apply' button and include a Cover Letter addressing the selection criteria and Resume outlining previous academic and work experience and if requested include attachments of the relevant qualifications and licenses, relating to the role.

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: Employment at Council | Cairns Regional Council