Plumber Drainer

Council is seeking an experienced Plumber Drainer to provide construction and maintenance services and expertise to the utilities network to assist the Utilities Supervisor in the coordination of Council's water and sewerage services in all communities throughout the area of Chinchilla.Reporting to the Utilities Supervisor, you will have:Accountability for the provision of high level construction and maintenance standards to the utilities network operation following standard operating procedures;Experience in the construction and maintenance of water mains and services;Experience in the installation and maintenance of water meters;Experience in the construction and maintenance of sewer mains, jump ups, manholes and associated fittings.About yourselfThe successful applicant will have:Work Health and Safety Construction Induction White Card;A Certificate III in Water Operations, or the ability to obtain this qualification within two (2) years of commencement.This position will also receive additional allowances including:Utilities Appointed Plumbers Allowance - $67.01 per week;On Call Allowance - applicable on call allowances as per Award;Locality Allowance - Dependent on location and dependants;Tool Allowance - $32.63 per week;Utilities Operations Retention Payment - $1,500.00 (conditions apply).The benefits working for WDRC:Relocation AssistanceRelocation assistance of up to $5,000 will be provided to the preferred candidate if relocating to the Western Downs Region.Work / life balanceEnjoy quality time with a 9 day fortnight.Access to Corporate Health PlanTake care of yourself and join a health plan to improve life.Health & Wellbeing program and Mental Health SupportChange 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 counsellingReach out to someone confidentially if you are experiencing any concerns or problems.Salary Packaging AvailableRestructure 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 positionFeel secure working for an organisation that believes in strong foundations of respect, balance, communication, teamwork, accountability, and leadership.The recruitment process may include candidates completing a pre-employment health declaration, and you may be required to undergo a pre-employment medical including drug and alcohol testing.WDRC reserves the right to close or withdraw vacancies before the advertised closing date or extend the closing date without prior notice.Note: Candidates using mobile devices are strongly advised to use a desktop computer to complete the application forms as they require extensive amounts of typing.#J-18808-Ljbffr