About the Ngaanyatjarra Council Group The Ngaanyatjarra Lands are represented by the Ngaanyatjarra Council Group (NCG), a wholly community-led organisation dedicated to representing and advancing the interests of Traditional Owners (Yarnangu) across 11 communities in the Central Desert region of Western Australia.

Established in 1981, NCG employs more than 450 people and delivers a diverse range of essential services, including health, utilities, construction, employment, community development, retail, roadhouses, art centres and land services. As one of Australia's largest and most successful Indigenous organisations, NCG plays a vital role in supporting strong, sustainable and self-determined communities across the Ngaanyatjarra Lands.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a suitably qualified and experienced Plumber with a strong background in water mains, pipeline infrastructure and pumped water systems to join our Essential Services team, based in Warburton and servicing surrounding remote communities across Western Australia.

Working on a 15/13 roster, you will play a key role in maintaining, renewing and upgrading critical water infrastructure to ensure the safe, reliable and sustainable delivery of potable water from bore fields through to property meters.

Reporting to the Water Manager, you will undertake a diverse range of technical and operational activities, including pipeline installation, water network maintenance, pump system servicing and emergency repairs. You will work with the support of a Trades Assistant and have access to a fully equipped work vehicle, enabling you to operate with a high degree of autonomy across the region.

This is a hands-on opportunity for a technically capable plumber who takes pride in delivering quality workmanship, resolving complex infrastructure issues and maintaining essential water services in challenging remote environments.

Key Responsibilities

- Install, maintain, repair and upgrade water mains and pipeline infrastructure across remote communities.

- Respond promptly to water leaks, burst mains, network faults and other infrastructure emergencies.

- Undertake pipe laying, jointing and repairs across a range of materials, including PVC, HDPE and copper.

- Install, service, replace and troubleshoot water meters and associated components.

- Maintain,



diagnose faults in and replace pumps and associated pumped water systems.

- Contribute to water infrastructure renewal, rehabilitation and capital improvement projects.

- Investigate and respond to pump outages, equipment failures and water supply interruptions.

- Operate relevant plant, machinery and equipment to support excavation, pipeline installation and repairs.

- Accurately document completed works, materials consumed, asset condition and maintenance requirements.

- Maintain compliance with applicable safety standards, organisational procedures and SHQE requirements.

About You

You are a trade-qualified plumber with demonstrated technical expertise in water mains, pipeline construction and pumped water systems. You bring a practical, solutions-oriented approach to your work and are confident managing maintenance activities, diagnosing faults and delivering infrastructure repairs with minimal supervision.

Comfortable working in remote locations, you understand the importance of reliability, sound judgement and effective planning when maintaining essential services across geographically dispersed communities.

You are committed to protected work practices, quality workmanship and collaborative problem-solving, with a genuine appreciation for the importance of reliable water infrastructure to the health, wellbeing and sustainability of remote communities.

This role will particularly appeal to someone seeking to apply their trade expertise to substantial water infrastructure and essential services operations while making a tangible contribution to community outcomes.

Essential Skills and Experience

- Australian-recognised plumbing trade qualification.

- Demonstrated experience in pipeline installation, water mains maintenance or civil water infrastructure.

- Practical experience with pumped water systems, including pump maintenance, fault diagnosis and replacement.

- Experience installing, servicing and troubleshooting water meters.

- Sound technical knowledge of water supply networks,



pipework systems and associated infrastructure.

- Ability to interpret plans and technical information and undertake infrastructure upgrades and repairs.

- Current driver's licence, with an HR licence highly regarded.

- Proven ability to work safely, independently and effectively in remote environments for extended periods.

Desirable Qualifications and Experience The following additional skills and tickets will be highly regarded:

- Excavator, skid steer or other relevant plant operator qualifications.

- Backflow prevention testing.

- Copper pipe welding experience, particularly across DN20–DN100 pipe sizes.

- Current forklift licence.

- HR licence and other relevant high-risk work licences.

- Crane or Hiab operator certification.

- Confined Space Entry certification.

- Experience operating high-pressure jetting equipment, including Jetter or K1500 systems.

What We Offer

Purposeful Work with Lasting Impact

Contribute directly to the delivery and sustainability of essential water services for remote Indigenous communities across the Ngaanyatjarra Lands.

Competitive Remuneration and Salary Packaging

Access a competitive remuneration package, with not-for-profit salary sacrificing options available, subject to eligibility.

Autonomy and Practical Support

Work with a fully equipped vehicle and the assistance of a Trades Assistant, supported by an experienced Essential Services team.

Professional Growth and Development

Broaden your technical expertise across diverse water infrastructure assets and projects within a large, multifaceted Indigenous organisation.

A Collaborative and Committed Team

Join a team of dedicated professionals working together to deliver reliable essential services and positive outcomes for Yarnangu communities.

How to Apply

If you have the technical expertise, practical capability and commitment to deliver reliable water infrastructure services in remote environments, we encourage you to apply.

Please submit your current resume and a cover letter outlining your relevant qualifications, experience in water mains and pipeline infrastructure, and suitability for the role.

Join the Ngaanyatjarra Council Group and help sustain the essential infrastructure that supports strong, healthy and resilient communities across the Ngaanyatjarra Lands.

📌 Plumber, Water Infrastructure & Pipeline Works (Perth)
🏢 Ngaanyatjarra Council
📍 Perth