FIFO Plumber – Remote Communities, Far North Queensland
$50–$70 per hour | Flights, Meals and Accommodation Supplied | Ongoing Projects
ZK Construction Group is seeking a licensed and experienced plumber to join our remote maintenance team working throughout the Northern Peninsula Area, Cape York and Torres Strait.
The position involves a mix of reactive maintenance, planned repairs, upgrades and refurbishment work across community housing, government buildings and local facilities.
This role would suit a tradesperson who can work independently, solve problems on site and maintain a high standard of workmanship in remote conditions.
What Is Included
- Hourly rate of $50–$70, depending on experience and qualifications
- Flights to and from site provided
- Accommodation and meals supplied while on rotation
- Consistent ongoing work
- FIFO options from Cairns, Townsville, Brisbane and other major East Coast locations
- Opportunities to progress into supervisory or leadership roles
- Support from an experienced operations team
Duties
- Carry out general plumbing maintenance and repairs
- Diagnose faults and complete rectification works
- Install and replace plumbing fixtures, fittings and systems
- Complete upgrade and refurbishment projects
- Perform preventative maintenance
- Complete job cards, photographs and site documentation
- Work across residential, commercial and government properties
- Follow company safety procedures and site requirements
Requirements
- Certificate III in Plumbing
- Current plumbing licence or relevant trade qualifications
- White Card
- Experience in maintenance, construction or refurbishment work
- Ability to work safely with limited supervision
- Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills
- Reliable, adaptable and able to work in remote locations
- Previous FIFO or remote-community experience is preferred but not essential
Location and Roster
Work is carried out across remote Indigenous communities throughout Far North Queensland, including Cape York and the Torres Strait region.
Roster arrangements may vary depending on project requirements and the applicant’s location.
Apply
Send your resume and qualifications to:
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 0406 696 575
Immediate commencement is available for the right applicant.
Pay: $50.00 – $70.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Company car
- Free drinks
- Free food
- Housing provided
- Relocation assistance
- Travel reimbursement
Work Location: In person
