3 x Plumber/Drainer/Gasfitter (Dalby)

About the Role

Based in Dalby, you will be part of the Utilities Team responsible for providing construction and maintenance services and expertise to contribute to the provision of safe water and wastewater for our community. 

Reporting to the Utilities Network Supervisor East, you will:

• Perform a variety of construction and maintenance tasks on water mains, water and gas meters, sewer mains, jump ups, manholes and associated fittings;
• Be accountable for recording all paperwork for the completion of works and required log sheets; and
• Ensure that all scheduled testing is completed on time and done in accordance with testing procedures.

About you

The successful applicant will:

• Hold a Plumber Drainer Gasfitter Licence and a Construction Safety White card (essential);
• Have certificates in backflow prevention endorsement, confined space entry, a backhoe ticket, and an MR driver's licence (desirable);
• Have good time management skills and the capability to complete allocated tasks while working within a team; and
• Enjoy manual labour and applying technical knowledge.

The benefits working for WDRC:

Relocation Assistance

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

Work / life balance

Enjoy quality time with a 9 day fortnight

Allowances

• Utilities Appointed Plumbers Allowance - $59.99 per week (figure correct as at 22 August 2023)
• On Call Allowance - $29.88 per week (figure correct as at 22 August 2023)
• Locality Allowance 

Access to Corporate Health Plan

Take care of yourself and join a health plan to improve life.

Health & Wellbeing program and Mental Health Support

Change your lifestyle and live better with healthy ideas. Be your best possible self with provided support and information.

Access to free Employee Assistance Program & confidential counselling

Reach out to someone confidentially if you are experiencing any concerns or problems.

Salary Packaging Available

Restructure your salary to work for you to pay for everyday living expenses such as Motor Vehicles, Superannuation, Remote Area Housing (Rent), Fuel, Gas and Electricity.

Job security in a local government position

Feel secure working for an organisation who believes in strong foundations of respect, balance, communication, teamwork, accountability and leadership. 

Living & Working in the Western Downs:

Experience Western Downs

If you love working in the outdoors and have a passion for maintaining our community's utilities infrastructure, this role is for you.  TOGETHER WE MAKE A REAL DIFFERENCE.

WDRC require each candidate for this position to complete a Pre-Employment Questionnaire (see below). Please upload your completed questionnaire in the qualifications section at the time of submitting your application to be considered for this position. 

Applications close Thursday 2 May 2024 at 5.00pm AEST.  

Additional Information

The recruitment process may include candidates completing a pre-employment health declaration and you may be required to undergo a National Criminal History Check and/or a pre-employment medical including drug and alcohol testing.

Western Downs Regional Council reserves the right to close or withdraw vacancies before the advertised closing date without prior notice.