Apprentice Plumber

• Gain a Certificate III in Plumbing


• Government hosted opportunity with the council


• Long term career opportunity


• Salary sacrifice benefits on offer + 2 RDO's per month


• January 2025 commencement

Community Solutions are proud to be partnering with Cassowary Coast Regional Council & are currently seeking talent as part of the council’s annual traineeship & Apprenticeship program. With 8 vacancies across 4 different industries, now is an exciting time to take your ambitions to a new level and start your career with skilled & dedicated industry leaders who will guide & train you; whilst you gain your qualification. 

We are seeking a candidate with a genuine interest to commence their career as a Plumber that will be based in Innisfail.

The successful candidate will have passion to work in this industry and be able to demonstrate a safety-first mindset & approach with a commitment to complete the full term of this 4 year apprenticeship. 

Key Outcomes & Key Accountabilities:

The Apprentice Plumber will work collaboratively under the direction of the Supervisor Water Reticulation and Plumbers in the Water section to primarily assist with a range of plumbing functions associated with safe and efficient delivery of water and services to customers. Carry out repairs and maintenance of all water and sewer infrastructure efficiently, safely and to quality professional standards for work including but not limited to:

• Water services & connections, Water reticulation pipework systems, Sewer mains, connections, sewer blockages, sewer system rehabilitation and repair, General plumbing and roofing associated with Council’s building assets


• Ensure the security of materials supplied for jobs


• Ensure secure, safe and proper operations of assigned tools, equipment and plant


• Maintain records as required under Apprenticeship

• Water and sewerage maintenance and construction activities completed efficiently, safely and to quality standards.


• Water and sewerage services meet our Customer Service standards


• Plumbing activities for building maintenance are completed efficiently, safely and to quality standards.

Requirements:

• Work experience in manual trades or Certificate II in Plumbing is advantageous but not essential


• Physically fit and able to undertake manual labouring tasks in tropical conditions


• Communication skills for receiving technical instructions both written and verbal


• Ability to undertake and complete formal studies associated with Apprenticeship


• General Safety Construction Induction White Card (or willing to obtain)


• Ability to read plans and technical drawing (desirable)


• Ability to use hand and power tools (desirable)


• Drivers licence


• Understand the importance of workplace health and safety


• Ability to comply with drug and alcohol testing requirements, prior to commencement and during employment.

Who We Are?

Community Solutions is a non-for-profit organisation operating as a commercial business, providing apprentices and trainees to a variety of different businesses throughout Queensland. We provide apprentices and trainees important career guidance and opportunity to earn while they learn. Dedicated Field Officers are assigned to apprentices and trainees to provide ongoing support to completing their chosen trade qualification.

What can we offer you?

• Salary Packaging Benefits! Package up to $15,900 of your annual salary tax free. Less tax = more take home pay for you!


• In addition to your tax-free benefit, you can also use up to $2,650 of your pre-tax income to pay for entertainment expenses (meals, holiday accommodation etc.)


• A fortnightly wage paid to you directly by Community Solutions which includes allowances and possible overtime


• Leave entitlements inc. Annual Leave Personal Leave and Rostered day off each month


• Mentoring, ongoing support and regular visits from your committed Field Officer


• Ability to obtain a certification and upskill with a vast range of industry experience, operator tickets, and licences


• An Employee Assistance Program - a free and confidential phone-based counselling service available

So what's next...

If this is the opportunity for you, the click ‘Apply Now’ below. Please note, if you have recently completed a Certificate III in Plumbing or higher, you may not qualify for this traineeship.  You must also be an Australian or New Zealand Citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident.

We can't wait to hear from you. This opportunity is open to all ages, 2024 school leavers are encouraged to apply!

Community Solutions encourages applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities, and cultures. This includes Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, CALD (Culturally and Linguistically Diverse), the LGBTQI+ community, and people with disability. We value inclusivity and are committed to adjusting our recruitment process to ensure accessibility and support of an applicant's needs.