Plumbing Surveyor

- Join a dynamic team committed to community health and safety.
- Play a vital role in ensuring compliance with plumbing regulations.
- Engage with stakeholders to provide expert advisory services.
- Work within a beautiful and culturally rich setting in the West Tamar region.

About West Tamar Council The West Tamar Council municipality includes the western side of the Kanamaluka/Tamar Estuary with some of the most beautiful scenery, world class vineyards and an abundance of historic attractions. Our municipality is an inclusive community where people want to live, work and invest. With our Riverside Office located only 8 minutes’ drive to the Launceston CBD, there is no better place in Tasmania to work than the Tamar Valley! Listed 4th in Lonely Planet’s regions to visit in the world in 2025!

With an employee base of 140 people (118 FTE) you will be joining a diverse and inclusive team.

Position Overview

As our Plumbing Surveyor, you will play a vital role in ensuring that plumbing and drainage systems within our municipality meet all the relevant legislation and standards. Your expertise will help safeguard public health and enhance environmental outcomes.

Reporting to the Senior Plumbing Surveyor, your role involves regulatory compliance, inspections, and providing advisory services to a diverse range of stakeholders, including contractors and local residents. You will be instrumental in maintaining the integrity of our community’s infrastructure.

Ideal Candidate Profile





We are looking for a qualified and customer-focused professional who is committed to delivering exceptional service while navigating the complexities of plumbing compliance and regulations.

At West Tamar Council, you'll enjoy a genuine work-life balance and a supportive team environment, with advantages including:

- 9-day fortnight
- 3.5% additional superannuation
- Generous personal leave provisions
- The opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to the local community

You will:
- Possess a current Plumbing Practitioner licence and have extensive industry experience.
- Hold a Certificate IV in Plumbing and Services and relevant compliance qualifications.
- Demonstrate strong problem-solving skills and the ability to interpret technical standards, legislation and regulations.
- Familiarity with local government processes (desirable, not essential)

Join a progressive Council where your expertise is valued, your work has real community impact, and your wellbeing is supported through flexible and family-friendly employment conditions.

Click Apply to review the position description and discover your potential at West Tamar Council.

Submit a brief cover letter and resume to be eligible for consideration by close of business Friday, 28 August 2026.

Please note that Council reserves the right to close this job advertisement before the stated closing date if a suitable candidate is found. Therefore, we encourage all interested applicants to submit their applications as soon as possible.

📌 Plumbing Surveyor (Launceston)
🏢 West Tamar Council
📍 Launceston