- Potential earnings up to $125,000 per annum, including on-call participation and overtime opportunities (actual earnings will vary based on availability and hours worked).
- LGIA Stream C BT Level 2/3 (Licenced Plumber/Drainer) + Site + Tool + Leading Hand Allowance 3 - $94,988 - $97,522
- LGIA Stream B (Construction Experience) Level 6 + Site + Leading Hand Allowance 2 - $88,203
- Permanent / Full Time
- Monday to Friday, 76 hours per fortnight, 9 day fortnight

Your new role

Fitzroy River Water is looking for a practical, hands-on Team Leader to help deliver essential water and wastewater projects across the Rockhampton region.

If you have experience in plumbing, drainage, pipelaying or civil construction and enjoy leading a crew to get the job done safely and well - we’d like to hear from you. A trade qualification is desirable, but not essential.

This position requires the completion of a satisfactory Criminal History Check - Police Certificate (Australia Wide Name Only Police Check).

What we are looking for

- Experience working with water and wastewater systems, including plumbing, drainage, pipelaying or civil construction
- Ability to lead a crew on site and get quality work done
- Valuable organisation and time management




- Commitment to a strong safety focused mindset

What you'll get in return

As an employee of Rockhampton Regional Council, you will join a diverse and innovative team of more than 1000 employees supported by good leadership, who proudly deliver services and make a difference to the lives of people living and working within the region.Supportive Work/Life Balance

- A large employer with a strong values driven culture
- 12% employer superannuation contribution, with the option to salary sacrifice up to an additional 6%
- Ongoing training and development opportunities
- Corporate membership discounts
- Payroll deductions and salary sacrifice options
- 17.5 % annual leave loading
- Wages paid fortnightly
- Employee Assistance Program
- Fitness Passport and active social clubs

What to do next To apply for this opportunity, please submit two documents:

- An Update Cover Letter

- Your Current Resume

Please use Council's cover letter template and ensure you clearly label each Application Criteria in your cover letter

Application Close: Monday 26 October 2026 at Midnight (AEST)

📌 Construction / Plumber / Drainer - Team Leader (Rockhampton)
🏢 Rockhampton Regional Council
📍 Rockhampton