Ready to start your career as a Plumber?
Fairfield City Council is looking for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to join our team as a Plumber Apprentice! This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is keen to learn the plumbing trade, gain hands-on experience, and contribute to the installation, maintenance, and repair of essential plumbing systems throughout the city.
Role Overview
As a Plumber Apprentice, you will work closely with experienced plumbers to install, repair, and maintain plumbing systems in council buildings, public spaces, and facilities. This apprenticeship will provide you with valuable skills and practical experience that will lay the foundation for a successful career in the plumbing industry.
What You’ll Do
- Participate actively in their course as scheduled, make satisfactory progress through the course and successfully complete all assessment tasks and other course requirements within allocated timeframes.
- Assist in the implementation of planned maintenance plumbing work and respond to emergency plumbing repairs to ensure that all plumbing related jobs are completed to required standards and specifications and Sydney Water and AGL regulations.
- Complete accountable documents (e.g. stores issues, equipment purchases, invoices, work orders, day sheets, daily diary) to ensure that accurate records are kept and delivered to appropriate staff within agreed time constraints.
- Establish the work site with consideration for site safety and traffic circumstances to ensure the site provides a safe working environment (e.g. Main Earth Neutral System) for employees and passing pedestrian and road traffic.
- Implement work method statements and risk assessments to ensure that work is carried out in the safest manner possible.
- Perform plumbing, drainage and gas fitting work to the highest standard to ensure compliance with Sydney Water requirements and relevant Australian standards.
- Required to participate in emergency situations such as floods or natural disasters.
What We’re Looking For
- You must be at least 15 years or older and ready to begin your career in plumbing.
- A strong interest in plumbing, with a desire to learn and gain practical skills.
- Good problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot and resolve plumbing issues.
- Ability to work safely and efficiently, following plumbing codes and safety regulations.
- Good physical fitness and stamina, as the job may require heavy lifting and working in confined spaces.
- Strong attention to detail and the ability to work carefully and precisely.
- Good communication skills, with the ability to work as part of a team and interact with clients and colleagues.
- A positive attitude, reliability, and a willingness to take on new challenges.
About the Apprenticeship
This apprenticeship is part of the Certificate III in Plumbing, delivered through a combination of on-the-job training and formal study over a 48-month period. The course will equip you with the skills and knowledge needed to become a licensed plumber and succeed in the plumbing industry.
What’s in it for you?
- Earn a wage while you learn, gaining valuable hands-on experience while completing your plumbing qualification.
- Receive on-the-job training and mentoring from experienced plumbers, providing you with the skills and knowledge to succeed in the plumbing trade.
- Gain real-world experience in plumbing installations, repairs, and maintenance, setting you up for a rewarding career in the industry.
- Enjoy flexible work arrangements, helping you balance your work, study, and personal commitments.
- Convenient location close to home, with free on-site parking available.
- Confidential support through our Employee Assistance Program for personal or professional challenges.
- Generous fifteen (15) days of paid sick leave per year to support you when you're unwell.
- Prioritize your health with access to two (2) additional days of paid sick leave per year as Wellbeing Days.
- Free access to library resources to support your studies and personal development.
- Discounted gym and leisure centre memberships, helping you stay fit and healthy.
- Ongoing personal and professional development programs to help you grow and advance in your career.
- A supportive, friendly team environment, where your ideas and contributions are valued.
Your Contact Person
For any enquiries regarding the position, please contact Adam Tickle, Manager Infrastructure Services Acting, on 9725 0769 during business hours (9:00AM - 4:00PM) or via email at buildingtrades@fairfieldcity.nsw.gov.au. A position description is attached and available on our Careers Page for your reference.
Closing Date
The closing date for applications is Friday, 10 January 2025 at 11.59pm. Please note that candidates may be shortlisted and interviewed prior to the closing date, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
Ready to Join Us?
To apply online, visit Council’s website at www.fairfieldcity.nsw.gov.au/fccjobs.
Suitable candidates are subject to pre-employment screening, which includes reference checks, work rights verification, medical examination, and may also include criminal history, working with children check, and qualification verification. Offers of employment are subject to satisfactory completion of these.
Fairfield City Council is a smoke-free workplace and is an EEO employer. As an inclusive workplace, we support reasonable workplace adjustments. If you require an adjustment during the recruitment process, please notify us on your application form.
We kindly ask for no recruiters at this stage.