Garbutt, QLD, Full Time, Trades & Services
Vacancy Listing Dates 8/07/2026 to 5/08/2026
Please Quote Reference Number 17544

- Skilled Plumber wanted
- Full time opportunity available
- Join the Tropic Roofing & Plumbing team

Tropic Roofing Qld Pty Ltd t/a Tropic Roofing & Plumbing is your go-to for high-quality roofing and roof plumbing solutions. As a family owned and operated business, we're dedicated to delivering durable, weather-resistant solutions for our clients.

We are currently seeking an experienced Plumber to join our Garbutt team in a full time role.

Your role will include, but is not limited to:

Maintenance Plumbing:

- Carry out routine and preventative maintenance plumbing for private, real estate, and Body Corporate clients.
- Diagnose and repair faults across taps, toilets, hot water systems, and water supply lines.
- Liaise with property managers, owners, and Body Corporate representatives to schedule and complete works efficiently.

Urgent Callouts & Emergency Response:

- Respond promptly to urgent callouts, including burst pipes, blocked drains, and water leaks.
- Attend after-hours emergencies and assess situations quickly to minimise property damage.
- Prioritise and resolve high-risk plumbing issues to restore safe, functioning systems.

Drainage Works:

- Clear, repair, and maintain drainage systems across residential and commercial properties.
- Operate drain cameras and jetting equipment to locate and clear blockages.
- Conduct excavation, pipe relining, and replacement works as required.

Commercial Property Maintenance:

- Deliver ongoing plumbing maintenance for commercial properties and facilities.
- Inspect, service, and repair commercial water and drainage systems.
- Coordinate with building managers to ensure minimal disruption to business operations.

Commercial Refurbishment:

- Complete rough-in installations for new and refurbished commercial fit-outs.




- Carry out fit-off works, including the installation of fixtures, fittings, and connections.
- Read and interpret plans to ensure works meet project specifications and compliance standards.

Insurance Leak Detection & Make-Safes:

- Perform leak detection investigations for insurance claims using specialised equipment.
- Identify the source of water damage and document findings accurately for reporting.
- Conduct make-safe works to secure properties and prevent further damage.

General Duties:

- Comply with all relevant plumbing codes, standards, and workplace health and safety regulations.
- Maintain accurate job records, reports, and documentation.
- Provide professional, courteous service to clients across all assignments.

Skills & Qualifications

Trade Qualifications & Licensing

- Relevant trade qualification AQF Certificate IV with at least one year of relevant experience. Alternatively, at least three years of full time relevant experience in lieu of a formal qualification.

Technical Skills

- Robust all-round plumbing skills across maintenance, repairs, and installations.
- Experience diagnosing and resolving faults during urgent and after-hours callouts.
- Competent in drainage works, including drain camera operation, jetting, pipe relining, and excavation.
- Skilled in commercial property maintenance across water and drainage systems.
- Hands-on experience with commercial refurbishment rough-ins and fit-off works.
- Ability to read and interpret plans, specifications,



and compliance requirements.
- Knowledge of leak detection methods and equipment for insurance investigations.
- Capable of carrying out make-safe works to secure properties and limit further damage.
- Sound understanding of plumbing codes, standards, and workplace health and safety regulations.

Soft Skills

- Clear communication with clients, property managers, and team members.
- Strong time management and the ability to prioritise across multiple jobs.
- Professional, courteous manner in client-facing situations.
- Reliable, well organised, and able to work independently or as part of a team.
- Problem-solving skills to assess and resolve issues quickly under pressure.

We know good plumbers have options, so we make it worth your while to join our team. Here's what you can look forward to:

- Genuine variety, every week - No two days look the same. You'll move between maintenance plumbing, urgent callouts, drainage works, commercial property maintenance, refurbishment rough-ins and fit-offs, and insurance leak detections. The mix keeps the work interesting and your skills sharp.
- Steady, secure work - We have a strong, established client base across private, real estate, and Body Corporate sectors, which means consistent work and reliable income you can count on.
- A team that has your back - You'll join a supportive crew that shares knowledge, helps each other out, and takes pride in doing quality work. You're never left to figure things out on your own.
- Quality tools and equipment - We invest in well-maintained vehicles, up-to-date gear, and the right equipment for the job, including drain cameras, jetting units, and leak detection technology, so you can get on with the work without the headaches.

A salary of $79,000 - $95,000 will be offered to the successful applicant.

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