Western Downs Regional Council – Jandowae QLD

Operating from within the Utilities Department, this role will assist the Utilities Senior Network Operator to provide a range of services that support the provision of safe water and wastewater services across the Western Downs. This includes meeting statutory requirements for performance, safety and environmental management and ensuring customer service standards are achieved to a high standard. This role requires skills and knowledge necessary to monitor, operate and maintain water and wastewater network operations specialising as a plumber, drainer.

Key responsibilities

Monitor, operate and maintain water and wastewater network operations

Support the provision of safe water and wastewater services across the Western Downs

Meet statutory requirements for performance, safety and environmental management

Ensure customer service standards are achieved to a high standard

About you

Certificate III in Plumbing & Drainage

WH&S; Construction Safety Induction White Card

Open C Class Driver's Licence

Ability to read, interpret, and implement traffic management plans and install/remove signs and devices in accordance with procedures

Other relevant competencies such as confined space, working at heights, trench shoring, MUTCH level 2, pipe welding or ability and willingness to learn

Medium Rigid Class Driver's Licence or ability to attain within 12 months





Ability to be 'fit tested' for tight fitting respirators within the first three (3) months of employment and maintain compliance with 'fit-testing' standards

Work / life balance with flexible work arrangements and wellness programs

Superannuation contribution of twelve (12) per cent in addition to annual salary

Growth opportunities including skill development, mentorship, and career advancement

Access to Corporate Health Plan

Health & Wellbeing program and Mental Health Support

Access to free Employee Assistance Program & confidential counselling

Salary Packaging Available

Leave Loading of 17.5% on top of base rate of pay while on Annual Leave

Additional allowances including Utilities Appointed Plumbers Allowance, On Call Allowance, Locality Allowance, and Tool Allowance

Uniforms and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) provided

Job security in a local government position

Relocation assistance of up to $5,000 may be provided if relocating to the Western Downs Region

About us Western Downs Regional Council has been awarded the Queensland Large Employer of the Year for the Darling Downs South West Region for 2019, 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024. We are an cutting-edge and dynamic company that provides staff with work life balance and opportunities for growth with state of the art mentoring from professionals within our team. Be part of the community you serve.

📌 Plumber Drainer (Jandowae)
🏢 Western Downs Regional Council
📍 Jandowae