Fraser Coast Regional Council – Hervey Bay QLD
Apprentice Plumber/Drainer
Network Operations & Maintenance
Temporary Full Time – (4-Year term)
Hervey Bay
65% Building Trades Level 1 $48,205 OR minimum wage if over 21
+ 8-day fortnight
At Fraser Coast Regional Council our people are our most important asset and central to achieving our purpose of Building Better Communities Together.
What we are looking for:
We are seeking an energetic, practical and motivated individual to either commence their career in Plumbing or take on a new challenge.
This opportunity offers a structured four-year apprenticeship combining practical, on-the-job experience with formal study toward a Certificate III in Plumbing. This apprenticeship offers the chance to earn while you learn and gain practical experience working alongside skilled tradespeople.
As an Apprentice Plumber/Drainer, you will undertake a range of field-based activities combined with studies to acquire trade qualifications, with objective of acquiring the skills and knowledge to support the installation, maintenance and repair of Council's water infrastructure. You'll be part of a supportive team that values safety, learning and delivering quality services to the Fraser Coast community.
What your day will look like:
Assist with the installation, maintenance and repair of water infrastructure assets
Learn practical plumbing skills through on-the-job training and formal study
Perform labouring and construction activities in outdoor work environments
Complete job records, timesheets and workplace documentation
Follow safe work practices and contribute to a positive safety culture
Work collaboratively with supervisors,
tradespeople and team members
What you'll need for success:
Current Queensland C Class or CA driver's licence (provisional or open)
General Construction Induction Card (White Card)
Ability to undertake physically demanding outdoor work
Ability to follow instructions and work safely within a team environment
Basic literacy and numeracy skills
Moderate computer skills and ability to use digital systems
Willingness to learn and commit to completing a plumbing apprenticeship
What's nice to have:
Completion of Year 10 or higher
Previous experience in labouring, construction, maintenance or a trade environment
Demonstrated interest in plumbing, infrastructure or hands-on work
We understand that not all candidates will meet every selection criterion. If you have the right approach and the ability to contribute effectively, we welcome your application.
Benefits of Working with Council
Committed to providing quality services to our community, we strongly support an inclusive and values driven culture, recognising your individual skills, knowledge and talent. As part of this we have implemented our Leadership Development Program, Boss to Coach.
What we Offer:
Earn while you learn with paid on-the-job training
Nationally recognised trade qualification
Values based culture
Flexible working arrangements including work from home
Study assistance program
Novated leasing
24/7 access to Employee Assistance Program
Paid maternity and paternity leave
Paid emergency services leave
Uniform subsidy
Years of service rewards
Fraser Coast Regional Council is an Equal Employment Chance employer.
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