Apprentice Plumber

A temporary full-time opportunity to gain hands-on experience across one of Queensland's largest healthcare networks while completing a nationally recognised Certificate III in Plumbing.
About this role
About the role
As an Apprentice Plumber, you will play an important role in helping maintain and improve the plumbing infrastructure that supports Metro North Health's hospitals and healthcare facilities. Working under the guidance of qualified tradespeople, you will gain practical, hands-on experience across a broad range of maintenance, repair and installation activities.
About you
Our ideal candidate will be someone who can carry out the following key accountabilities in accordance with the Metro North Health's values:
- Assist qualified plumbing tradespersons in the delivery of maintenance, repair and installation works across Metro North Health facilities.
- Undertake apprenticeship training activities and satisfactorily complete all vocational education and assessment requirements within the apprenticeship timeframe.
- Perform allocated work safely and in accordance with workplace health and safety requirements, policies and procedures.
- Respond to work requests as directed and communicate effectively with customers, patients, contractors and other stakeholders.
- Work collaboratively with trade staff and multidisciplinary teams to support service delivery outcomes.
Benefits when working for us
- Rewarding career and development opportunities across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical areas
- Value driven organisation which provides a work environment that is safe, satisfying, flexible, and promotes a healthy work-life balance
- Flexible working arrangements and competitive salary rates with annual incremental increases
- Benefit from a higher than standard employer contribution to Superannuation of up to 12.75% and access to salary packaging
Metro North Health offers a dynamic and progressive environment at the forefront of healthcare, research, and education. With a strong commitment to inclusion, flexibility, and professional development, we provide meaningful opportunities in a workplace that puts people first. You can find out more about why it's so great to work at Metro North here: https://metronorth.health.qld.gov.au/careers
Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged and welcomed.
Find out about the role in more detail and how to apply in the attached Role Description.
APPLICATIONS RECEIVED VIA THIRD PARTIES (RECRUITMENT AGENCIES ETC.) WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED
Further information
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
Job details
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Position status Fixed Term Temporary |
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Position type Full-time |
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Occupational group Building Services |
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Classification HBEAP1-HBEAP4 |
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Workplace Location Brisbane - North |
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Job ad reference QLD/RBH690200 |
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Closing date 03-Sep-2026 |
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Yearly salary |
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Fortnightly salary |
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Total remuneration |
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Salary other |
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Job duration
For a 4-year period |
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Contact person
Scott Harmer |
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Contact details
(07) 3646 8374
Access the National Relay Service |
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Attachments
RBH690200 - Role Description (PDF, 520KB)
Role Description Application Support (PDF, 860KB) Application Kit Benefits for working with MN (PDF, 1.00MB) Application Kit |
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