Casual Excavation Operator / Plumbing Labourer
Briody Plumbing Pty Ltd – Cairns, Far North Queensland
Briody Plumbing is a locally owned and operated plumbing contractor servicing residential, commercial, industrial, and remote projects throughout Far North Queensland.
With a strong reputation for quality workmanship, safety, and reliability, we deliver a wide range of hydraulic, civil, and infrastructure projects across the region.
We are seeking an experiencedCasual Excavation Operator / Plumbing Labourerto join our team based in Cairns.
The Role
This position will suit someone with hands-on experience working alongside plumbers and civil crews, particularly in excavation and underground service installation.
The successful applicant will assist with a variety of plumbing and civil projects, including trenching, pipe installation, drainage works, site preparation, and general labouring duties.
Key Responsibilities
Operating excavators and assisting with underground plumbing works
Excavation for sewer, water, stormwater, and hydraulic services
Working closely with licensed plumbers and project teams
Pipe handling, trench preparation, backfilling, and site clean-up
Supporting commercial, industrial, and civil plumbing projects
Maintaining a strong focus on workplace safety and quality workmanship
About You
To be successful in this role,



you will have:
Proven experience operating excavators in a plumbing or civil environment
Experience excavating around underground services
Previous experience working alongside plumbers highly regarded
Understanding of trenching, drainage, and pipe installation processes
Strong safety awareness and reliable work ethic
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Current driver's licence (required)
Current excavation and skid steer licence
Desirable
Relevant plant operating experience
Relevant truck licence
Experience with commercial or industrial plumbing projects
Experience working in remote or regional environment
About Briody Plumbing
Briody Plumbing operates across Far North Queensland, delivering commercial, industrial, residential, and remote plumbing solutions.
Our capability includes large-scale pipework installations, underground services, sewer infrastructure, stormwater systems, and civil plumbing works.
Our team operates contemporary plant and equipment, including multiple excavators, a Bobcat Posi-Track loader, hydrovac equipment, and specialised plumbing equipment.
To apply, please send your resume and a brief outline of your experience to:
Briody Plumbing Pty Ltd
Email: ******

📌 Casual Excavation Operator / Plumbing Labourer (Queensland)
🏢 Briody Plumbing
📍 Queensland