Join our Team as a Plumber in beautiful Cook Shire!
Cooktown provides a lifestyle that blends with the beauty of Far North Queensland’s natural surroundings. Its pristine beaches, lush rainforests and national parks offer endless opportunities for outdoor activities, from fishing and boating to hiking and exploring cultural sites.
Cooktown features great schools, healthcare facilities and a close-knit community atmosphere, making it a fantastic place to raise a family. With abundant natural beauty and a relaxed pace of life, Cooktown is ideal for those looking for a balance between their professional and personal lives.
Why choose Cook Shire Council?
Cook Shire Council offers more than just a job; it provides a stable work environment with fantastic working hours and a friendly, supportive team. The role comes with a competitive salary package of $85,025 per annum, which includes:
- 9-day fortnight – every 2nd Friday off!
- 5 weeks of annual leave, allowing you plenty of time to relax and enjoy the local surroundings
- 3 weeks of personal leave to support a healthier work/life balance
- Salary sacrificing options
- Ongoing upskilling and professional development opportunities
- The chance to work on exciting projects that directly impact the well-being of the local community
- A supportive and friendly work environment that encourages personal and professional growth
What you'll be doing
- Conducting routine and unscheduled plumbing and drainage tasks within Council-managed facilities
- Performing installation, construction, and maintenance work on infrastructure across residential and commercial properties
- Working on valves, pipework, sewer systems, water property services and pump stations
- Performing roof repairs, confined space tasks and general plumbing and drainage repairs as needed
- Ensuring all work complies with plumbing standards, codes and WHS regulations
- Assisting in the planning and forecasting of major maintenance tasks and capital projects
- Monitoring and documenting work quality, timelines and costs
- Responding to public enquiries and maintenance requests in a prompt and courteous manner
- Supervising and mentoring junior staff and apprentices as needed
- Contributing to a collaborative team culture and supporting the Council’s goals for community well-being
What we're looking for
- Queensland Occupational Open Plumbers/Drainers Licence (endorsements a plus!)
- Experience in water and sewer reticulation systems
- Current Construction White Card and Class C Driver’s Licence
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Strong knowledge of workplace health and safety regulations
How to apply
To apply, please review the Candidate Information Pack for this position. To be considered for selection you will need to submit:
- a Cover Letter outlining why you are interested in this role; and
- a detailed and up to date Resume/CV.
Applications should be submitted online. Click on the "Apply Now" tab below to apply.
Applications will close 11pm Sunday 6 April 2025.
Don't miss your chance to apply!
SUMMARY & CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
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Job reference
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CSC097
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Position:
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Plumber
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Location:
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Based at Main Administration Office, 10 Furneaux Street, Cooktown
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Tenure:
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Full time
76 hours per fortnight
9-day fortnight (every 2nd Friday off)
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Remuneration:
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Queensland Local Government Industry (Stream B: Division 2, Section 1) Award – State 2017 – Level BT2 + Over Award Payment
$85,025 per annum + applicable allowances
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Leave Entitlements
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5 weeks annual leave
15 days personal leave
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Superannuation
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11.5% Superannuation contributions
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