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Richmond QLD | Start your plumbing careerGet Paid to Learn a TradeAbout the role and locationBased in Richmond Queensland, working with local council, this newly created 4-year apprenticeship is available for recent school leavers and juniors to apply. Richmond is a small community of 650 people, 500km west of Townsville.  The town of Richmond is a hive of activity during the tourist season (April to October) and entertains annual community events, rodeos and races, providing a year-round of fun and entertainment. Apprenticeship activities will include:Labouring duties, including digging trenches by hand and loading and unloading trucksMaintenance, repairs and installations of water and sewerage plumbing services including treatment systemsClear house sewerage blockagesAssist the supervisor with maintenance of the Maxwelton water supplyService water metersCheck fire hydrantsLearn the plumbing trade and apply increasing knowledge and perform with less supervision over time, in accordance with the training and assessment requirements of the Certificate III in Plumbing courseThe successful candidate will have a wide range of learning experience across the plumbing trade as the council is the only plumbing service in the town covering all facets of the towns needs such as; residential, commercial and Council properties.About YouThe successful candidate will display:The ability to work as part of a team and independentlyProblem solving skills and aptitude in analysing informationPlanning and prioritising skillsA firm understanding of workplace health and safetyCapability to carry out work safely in accordance to company policy and proceduresSound communication skillsDisplay a genuine interest in the plumbing tradeWork experience in the industry or hands on experience with home projectsWhite Card, Blue Card and First Aid/ CPR certificate highly regarded, or Richmond Shire Council will assist the successful candidate to obtain these before commencement.Who are we?Community Solutions employs trainees and apprentices across Queensland and places them with host employers in real workplaces. From day one, you are supported with training, mentoring and regular check-ins to help you succeed.What can we offer you?Salary Packaging Benefits! Package up to $15,900 of your annual salary tax free. Less tax = more take home pay for you!In addition to your tax-free benefit, you can also use up to $2,650 of your pre-tax income to pay for entertainment expenses (meals, holiday accommodation etc.)Leave entitlements Annual Leave and Personal LeaveMentoring, ongoing support and regular visits from your committed Field OfficerPPE provided and replenishedAbility to obtain a certification and vast range of industry skills and experienceAn Employee Assistance Program- a free and confidential phone-based counselling service available So, what's next...If this is the opportunity for you, the click ‘Apply Now’ below. Please note, you must also be an Australian or New Zealand Citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident.We can't wait to hear from you, recent school leavers are encouraged to apply! 17 AUD Richmond 4822

Junior Apprentice Plumber

  • Richmond QLD | Start your plumbing career
  • Get Paid to Learn a Trade
About the role and location

Based in Richmond Queensland, working with local council, this newly created 4-year apprenticeship is available for recent school leavers and juniors to apply. Richmond is a small community of 650 people, 500km west of Townsville.  The town of Richmond is a hive of activity during the tourist season (April to October) and entertains annual community events, rodeos and races, providing a year-round of fun and entertainment. 

Apprenticeship activities will include:

  • Labouring duties, including digging trenches by hand and loading and unloading trucks
  • Maintenance, repairs and installations of water and sewerage plumbing services including treatment systems
  • Clear house sewerage blockages
  • Assist the supervisor with maintenance of the Maxwelton water supply
  • Service water meters
  • Check fire hydrants
  • Learn the plumbing trade and apply increasing knowledge and perform with less supervision over time, in accordance with the training and assessment requirements of the Certificate III in Plumbing course

The successful candidate will have a wide range of learning experience across the plumbing trade as the council is the only plumbing service in the town covering all facets of the towns needs such as; residential, commercial and Council properties.

About You

The successful candidate will display:

  • The ability to work as part of a team and independently
  • Problem solving skills and aptitude in analysing information
  • Planning and prioritising skills
  • A firm understanding of workplace health and safety
  • Capability to carry out work safely in accordance to company policy and procedures
  • Sound communication skills
  • Display a genuine interest in the plumbing trade
  • Work experience in the industry or hands on experience with home projects
  • White Card, Blue Card and First Aid/ CPR certificate highly regarded, or Richmond Shire Council will assist the successful candidate to obtain these before commencement.

Who are we?

Community Solutions employs trainees and apprentices across Queensland and places them with host employers in real workplaces. From day one, you are supported with training, mentoring and regular check-ins to help you succeed.

What can we offer you?

  • Salary Packaging Benefits! Package up to $15,900 of your annual salary tax free. Less tax = more take home pay for you!
  • In addition to your tax-free benefit, you can also use up to $2,650 of your pre-tax income to pay for entertainment expenses (meals, holiday accommodation etc.)
  • Leave entitlements Annual Leave and Personal Leave
  • Mentoring, ongoing support and regular visits from your committed Field Officer
  • PPE provided and replenished
  • Ability to obtain a certification and vast range of industry skills and experience
  • An Employee Assistance Program- a free and confidential phone-based counselling service available 

So, what's next...

If this is the opportunity for you, the click ‘Apply Now’ below. Please note, you must also be an Australian or New Zealand Citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident.

We can't wait to hear from you, recent school leavers are encouraged to apply!

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