Plumber

POSITION DESCRIPTION

ROLE TITLE:Plumber

DEPARTMENT:Engineering**

REPORTS TO:Town & Water Manager**

LOCATION:Mary Street Depot, Georgetown

DATE PREPARED:2024**

PREPARED BY:Director of Engineering Services**

This Statement represents an accurate description of the role of the Plumber.

Signed Position Incumbent:

Dated:

PRIMARY ROLE PURPOSE:

The purpose of this role is to undertake and oversee general operation and maintenance of
Council’s facilities comprising of all water infrastructure, swimming pool, minor building repairs
and maintenance, of Council’s water treatment plants and reticulation network.

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ENVIRONMENT

Etheridge Shire Council, ‘The Golden Heart of the Gulf’ is classified as a small sized rural
Council which borders Tablelands Regional Council, Mareeba Shire Council, Charters Towers
Regional Council, Flinders Shire Council, Richmond Shire Council, Croydon Shire Council and
Carpentaria Shire Council.

The Shire covers an area of 39,039km2 the Etheridge Shire is bursting with development
opportunities with a current population of approximately 900. It is expected to rapidly expand
to over 2,500 if the development that is earmarked for the region is approved.

Our new vision for the Shire is one for a “balanced community with robust economic and
environmental assets which supports our youth and the wellbeing of our citizens”.**

Mining, Tourism, Beef Cattle and Agriculture are the predominant industries driving our
economy, but as industry grows and our population steadily growing so will the need for
additional services to keep pace with this growth.

The shire has residential, rural/residential and industrial land available. The shire has good
community infrastructure in place and we are committed to providing additional infrastructure
for future generations to enjoy. The shire is a great place to live, work and play and to bring
up children and we are blessed with a caring and committed community.

The key challenges for the Plumber over the next three to five years include:

➢ Team Work: The ability to effectively communicate the directives of Council.

➢ Communication & Interpersonal Skills: The ability to effectively transfer ideas,
concepts and information. The ability to create, maintain and enhance relationships
with clients and staff in order to achieve work goals.

➢ Leadership: The ability to create a shared understanding of requirements in the work
environment and through influence, enable team members to fully contribute to team
and corporate goals.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES & ACCOUNTABILITIES

Plumber

The incumbent will be responsible for, but not limited to:
1. Undertake all Plumbing Operations of Councils including but not limited to installation

and removal of water meters, valves & hydrants, maintenance and installation of water
mains and pipes, general plumbing maintenance of council facilities including septics.
2. Undertake all Plumbing Inspections & relevant administration.
3. Be responsible for the equipment at Council’s water treatment plants that could be

subject to extreme weather events.
4. Consult with Management on the continual technology/efficiency upgrades and

modifications to ensure Council’s water production facilities and operations are of a
good standard and cost effective.

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5. Provide guidance and assistance on water production facilities at regional communities.
6. Prepare annual maintenance programs for Council’s water utilities infrastructure and

ensure that these maintenance requirements are met.**
7. Undertake maintenance tasks associated with the Water Treatment Plant, River Pump
Station, Rising Main and Reservoir and other elements of Council’s water utilities
infrastructure so as to maintain appropriate levels of service.
8. Where required, monitor performance of external contractors involved in major works on

Council’s water utilities infrastructure.
9. Provide Senior Management with information on the condition of Council’s assets and

equipment and report identified defects which are outside of the normal scope of the
maintenance program.
10. Participate in regular planning meetings.
11. Ensure good interaction and communication between sections.
12. Adhere to relevant workplace health and safety and environmental policies and practices

and carry out responsibilities outlined in Council’s Safety Management Plan.
13. Assist in the preparation of annual budgets for water supply infrastructure and operations
14. Undertake other duties as directed from time to time by the Manager or Director
Engineering Services.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Experience

Mandatory Wide ranging plumbing experience and trade certificate essential (Certificate III in

Plumbing)

Desirable

• Certified Gas Fitter/Plumber

• Backhoe and forklift operators tickets

• HR truck licence

• Basic knowledge of administration (record keeping