Plumber

About us

Heron Island is a true coral cay, located right on the Great Barrier Reef. surrounded by sugar white sands, crystal clear waters and acres of brilliant coral. The reef experience on Heron is a unique encounter few other resorts in the world can offer. A near-perfect climate, ours is an extraordinary place to live and work all year round.

An established resort , Heron accommodates up to nearly 300 guests with the primary draw card being located right on the Great Barrier Reef. There is a marine centre, activities centre, boutique, award-winning day spa, spacious lounge and bar overlooking the pool plus the expansive Shearwater Restaurant. Marine activities for guests and staff include world-class diving, snorkelling, kayaking and cruises.

Our Shearwater Restaurant is open every day for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Breakfast is an expansive hot and cold buffet style of a very high and generous standard. Lunch is a la carte focusing on light to medium meals. Dinner is a variety of multi-selection buffet and a la carte.

We are now looking for a Plumber to join our Heron Island team. The successful candidate will genuinely enjoy becoming part of an exceptional maintenance team, with an engaging personality that thrives on adventure and new experiences.

Qualifications & Experience

• Certificate III in Plumbing (Trade qualified Plumber/Drainer) with a minimum of 3 year' proven experience working as a licensed tradesperson producing a high standard of work in domestic and commercial work environments.
• Type A Queensland Gas Licence.
• Knowledge of the Work Health and Safety Act 2011 and Water Act.
• Sound communication (verbal and written), time management and organizational skills.
• Ability to effectively to take responsibility of issues identified and to provide solutions.
• Experience in water and sewerage treatment (highly regarded).
• Current unrestricted manual driver's licence.
• Team player that encourages collaboration and good communication skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Repair, installation, and maintenance of domestic and commercial plumbing equipment
• Reliable, hardworking, punctual & well presented.
• Attention to detail
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Work / Life balance
• Positive workplace culture.
• Full time position - 20 days paid annual leave per year, 10 days paid sick/personal leave per year and Superannuation in addition to your annual wage.

This is a full-time live on island position. Working in a remote location is not for everyone, particularly if you are used to the fast pace of city life, so please think carefully about the reality of living remotely for an extended period time. In return we offer a truly unique working environment in one of the world’s most remarkable environments.

Package Inclusion: Subsidised accommodation, staff meals and unlimited boat transfers. Staff discounts available across all guest areas!

Note: WHV holders are encouraged to apply if they possess required qualifications (a translation from the original language will be asked). After a trial period, sponsorship is a possible option for a qualified applicant already in Australia.