Capricorn Metals Ltd, a rapidly growing ASX-listed gold company, offers an exciting opportunity to join a thriving organisation that values its people. Capricorn operates across two distinct project regions in Western Australia: the Karlawinda Gold Project in the Pilbara region and the Mt Gibson Gold Project, currently under development in the Mid West.

About the role:

We are seeking an experienced Maintenance Plumber to join our team at the Mt Gibson Gold Project. This permanent full-time position will provide preventative and reactive plumbing maintenance across the site and village while working an even-time 2:2 roster.

The successful applicant will be responsible for fault finding, repairs, installations and routine maintenance to ensure plumbing and associated water systems remain safe, reliable and compliant.

This position requires a strong commitment to safety, quality workmanship and teamwork. It is well suited to a self-motivated trades person who can work effectively in a remote, fast-paced mining setting.

Roles and Responsibilities
Key responsibilities include:

- Plumbing maintenance and repairs across the Mt Gibson site.

- Remote Village plumbing and general maintenance, including wastewater, sewerage systems, pumps and associated infrastructure.

- Plumbing-related maintenance of the reverse osmosis water treatment plant and associated infrastructure.

- Waste water treatment plant and associated infrastructure.

- Monitoring and maintaining plumbing consumables and critical spare parts.

- Conducting routine inspections and testing to ensure compliance with Australian Standards, legislative requirements and site procedures.

- Supporting asset inspections, lifecycle planning and capital replacement recommendations.

- Completing maintenance records, work orders and compliance documentation.

- Maintaining clean, organised and compliant work areas at all times.

Qualifications & Experience

- Minimum three years’ plumbing maintenance experience.





- Current unrestricted C Class Driver’s Licence with manual driving capability.

- Current WA Plumbing Tradesperson Licence.

- Current WA Gasfitting Permit or Licence.

- Construction White Card.

- Working at Heights, Confined Space Entry and First Aid qualifications are desirable.

- Previous remote mine site, village or facilities maintenance experience is desirable.

- Poly welding, Butt or Electrofusion Certification (Desirable)

- Prior VOC or skills operating excavators/ telehandlers or skidsteers (Desirable)

- Experience maintaining water treatment, wastewater or reverse osmosis systems (required).

- Effective knowledge of applicable legislation, Australian Standards and plumbing codes.

- Demonstrated fault-finding and problem-solving capability.

- Strong maintenance reporting and compliance documentation skills.

- Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Discover the perks of working at Capricorn

- Competitive remuneration + Short-term incentive bonus program

- Exciting long-life project with a great working environment.

- Permanent 2:2 Roster, with DIDO available for locally based employees or FIFO ex-Perth directly to site.

- Fully equipped gymnasium, multi-sport court and other recreational spaces.

- Employee Assistance Program (EAP), including free and confidential counselling and wellbeing services.

- Opportunity to contribute to the development of a growing Western Australian gold operation.

Capricorn Metals Ltd promotes an inclusive and diverse culture. As part of the recruitment process, the successful candidate must complete our pre-employment requirements, which include a medical, drug and alcohol screen, reference checks, and right-to-work checks.

We invite qualified and driven Maintenance Plumbers to apply for this position. We look forward to receiving your application and exploring the potential for you to join our team.

If you are interested in being a part of this exciting venture! or just want to know more, apply now! Please note, previous applicants need not apply.

📌 Maintenance Plumber (Newman)
🏢 Capricorn Metals
📍 Newman