Mature-Age First-Year Plumbing Apprentice – Drainage & Pipe Relining

Join the Sewer Surgeon Team

Sewer Surgeon is a well-established plumbing and roofing company based in Strathfield South, NSW. We specialise in drainage, blocked drains, CCTV inspections, high-pressure water jetting, pipe relining and complex sewer repairs. We are expanding and looking for a motivated mature-age first-year plumbing apprentice who wants to build a long-term career in the drainage and pipe rehabilitation industry.

About the Role

This is a full-time apprenticeship offering hands-on training across a wide range of specialised drainage services. You will work alongside experienced plumbers and learn how to:

- Diagnose and clear blocked sewer and stormwater drains
- Operate high-pressure water jetting equipment
- Conduct CCTV drain inspections
- Locate damaged, collapsed and root-affected pipework
- Assist with trenchless pipe relining installations
- Carry out sewer and stormwater repairs
- Assist with excavation, groundwork and drainage installations
- Use specialised robotic cutting and pipe rehabilitation equipment
- Maintain vehicles, tools and drainage machinery
- Complete job documentation and communicate professionally with customers

This position will involve physical work, working outdoors and occasionally working in confined or difficult-access areas.

What’s on Offer

- Competitive mature-age apprentice wages
- Guaranteed weekly pay
- Full-time employment with opportunities for overtime and bonuses
- Structured, hands-on training from experienced drainage and relining specialists
- Exposure to specialised equipment and technology not commonly available in a standard plumbing apprenticeship




- A supportive team workplace with genuine opportunities for career progression
- The opportunity to develop valuable skills in a growing and highly specialised area of the plumbing industry

What We’re Looking For

We are looking for someone who:
- Is eligible to undertake a first-year plumbing apprenticeship
- Is genuinely interested in drainage, sewer repairs and pipe relining
- Is mature, reliable and ready to commit to a long-term career
- Has a strong work ethic and is comfortable performing physical work
- Is willing to learn, follow instructions and take responsibility
- Can work well as part of a team
- Has good communication and customer service skills
- Holds a valid manual NSW driver licence
- Has reliable transport to and from our Strathfield South premises
- Is available for occasional overtime and emergency drainage work

Why Join Sewer Surgeon?

At Sewer Surgeon, we invest in our people and provide training that goes beyond a traditional plumbing apprenticeship. You will learn from experienced professionals while gaining practical knowledge in drainage diagnostics, high-pressure jetting, CCTV inspections, robotic cutting and trenchless pipe relining.

We promote a workplace built around trust, respect, accountability and open communication. Your work will be recognised, and you will have the opportunity to grow with the company as your skills and experience develop.

Ready to Start Your Plumbing Career?

Send your resume and a brief introduction explaining why you are interested in a mature-age plumbing apprenticeship to [email protected]. Successful applicants will be contacted by email or mobile.

We look forward to meeting you.

Alex Quinn

Operations Manager

Sewer Surgeon

📌 Mature-Age First-Year Plumbing Apprentice – Drainage & Pipe Relining (Strathfield South)
🏢 SEWER SURGEON
📍 Strathfield South