Apprentice Plumber/Drainer

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

Please click here to view a full position description.

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.

We alsocreate innovative solutions to labour shortages through our TEMPO program which has been recognised by our HR peers nationally in 2022, as well as winning the LGMA 2023 Excellence in Innovation award. Click here to review our Employee Value Proposition.

What we Offer:

• Earn while you learn with paid on-the-job training
• Nationally recognised trade qualification
• Values based culture
• Employee discount shopping program
• Professional development
• 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

Apply now:

Applications close 11pm on Monday 2 November 2026 – subject to change pending qualified applications received.

To apply, please submit:

• A cover letter outlining your interest and suitability for the role
• A current resume
• A short video (maximum 3 minutes and 32MB) in the following format:

1. Please introduce yourself and tell us a little about your background.
2. Why this apprenticeship? What interests you about becoming an Apprentice Plumber/Drainer with Fraser Coast Regional Council?
3. Why should we select you? What skills, experience, personal qualities or interests do you believe will help you succeed in this apprenticeship.
4. Commitment - what appeals to you about this type of work and study commitment?

For hints on how to reduce the size of your video recording please click here.

Please ensure all attached screening questions are answered to be considered for this position.

For further details please contact Matthew Peacock (Water Network Coordinator) on [0448 889 852](tel:0448 889 852) during business hours only.

Fraser Coast Regional Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.