Building Trades Person - Plumber Townsville Hospital and Health Service•Townsville, Queensland, Australia

About the work unit / facility

Building, Engineering and Maintenance Services / Facility and Integrated Support Services / Townsville Hospital and Health Service

About your opportunity

Working as a plumber for the health service you will be required to undertake plumbing work in a reactive, corrective and planned means as required in the construction and maintenance of buildings, plant and equipment within the Townsivlle Hospital and Health Service.

About your current employer

Clinical Excellence

The Townsville Hospital and Health Service (HHS) organisation offers a diverse and dynamic healthcare workplace, providing access to cutting-edge medical practices, advanced research, and specialised clinical expertise. As a leading tertiary and referral service, we foster continuous career development, allowing staff to work on complex cases, engage with multidisciplinary teams, and contribute to innovative healthcare solutions.

Career Growth and Development

We support career progression with structured pathways, secondment opportunities, and access to education and training programs. Whether specialising in a clinical field, upskilling in Digital Health, or transitioning to leadership roles, employees benefit from mentorship, professional development initiatives, and strong institutional partnerships with James Cook University (JCU).

Supportive Workplace Culture and Regional Advantage

A strong community-driven culture makes our organisation an attractive workplace, fostering collaboration, inclusion, and professional support. We balance metro-level healthcare opportunities with a regional feel, offering short commutes, access to rural and urban facilities, and a close-knit professional network. Employees experience a unique blend of growth opportunities and lifestyle flexibility without the hustle of larger cities.





Work/Life Balance and Lifestyle Benefits

Nestled within beautiful North Queensland, the rural, urban, country and coastal locations found within the Townsville HHS region provides vibrant and unique communities, affordable living with stunning landscapes, outdoor adventures, and a relaxed lifestyle.

Competitive salary and benefits:

We offer attractive remuneration packages and generous leave entitlements.

- Salary range: $73,222 to $90,332 p.a. (HBEA10-HBEA6)
- 4 to 6 weeks annual leave with 14%-17.5% loading
- 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation
- Plus Salary Sacrificing options may be available

Requirements:

Mandatory qualifications and proof of registration

- Possession of a relevant trade certificate, Registered Training Organisation or an overseas qualification deemed equivalent by the Australian Government and/or relevant registration body.
- Hold current plumbing licence issued by QBCC.
- The following knowledge, skills and experience will be highly regarded:
- Restricted Electrical Licence (QLD)
- TMV and Backflow endorsements
- Gas Fitters Licence
- Water Quality and Testing Training

- Aged Care Pre-Employment Screening: Applicants are advised this position works in an identified Aged Care Facility as per the Aged Care Act 1997 and therefore requires employees and volunteers to have a current National Police Certificate.
- This is a Vaccine Preventable Disease (VPD) risk role.

Please refer to the Role Description for further details.

Apply now and be part of something extraordinary!

Enquiries are welcome; for a confidential discussion please contact: Allan Reilly on ***.

Apply ONLINE:

Applications close: Thursday, 2 July 2026

Unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

Please download the Role Description from the `Documents' section below for application/interview preparation and future reference.

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📌 Building Trades Person - Plumber (Townsville)
🏢 Townsville Hospital and Health Service
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