About the role
About the work unit / facility
The Building, Engineering and Maintenance Services (BEMS) Department supports the delivery of safe, effective and sustainable healthcare services across Townsville Hospital and Health Service. The department is responsible for asset and critical infrastructure management, asset maintenance services, and the planning and delivery of minor works and projects.
BEMS plays a vital role in ensuring healthcare facilities and infrastructure are maintained to a high standard, supporting the safe and efficient operation of hospital and health services across the region.
About your new employer
Townsville Hospital and Health Service (HHS) offers a diverse and rewarding healthcare environment, combining advanced clinical practice, innovation, and professional development. As a leading tertiary and referral service, we provide opportunities to work alongside multidisciplinary teams, contribute to complex healthcare delivery, and access ongoing education, training, and career advancement pathways.
Our supportive and community-focused culture fosters collaboration, inclusion, and wellbeing. Located across the vibrant rural, urban, and coastal communities of North Queensland, Townsville HHS offers an enviable lifestyle, affordable living, flexible work options, and the opportunity to enjoy a rewarding career while achieving work-life balance.
Competitive salary and benefits
We offer attractive remuneration packages and generous leave entitlements.
- Base salary range: $76,530 to $90,332 p.a.
- 4 to 6 weeks annual leave with 14%-17.5% loading
- 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation
- Plus a range of salary options to increase take-home pay
- Flexible working arrangements may be available
About your opportunity
As a Plumber with Townsville Hospital and Health Service, you will play an important role in maintaining the essential infrastructure that supports the delivery of healthcare services across our facilities. You will undertake plumbing work through reactive, corrective and planned maintenance activities, as well as support construction and maintenance works across buildings, plant and equipment. Your work will help ensure healthcare facilities remain safe, reliable and operational for patients, staff and visitors.
Requirements
- Plumbing trade qualification from a recognised Registered Training Organisation (RTO), or an overseas qualification recognised as equivalent by the Australian Government and/or relevant registration authority.
- Queensland Building and Construction Commission (QBCC) Plumbing Licence.
The following knowledge, skills and experience will be highly regarded:
- Restricted Electrical Licence (QLD)
- TMV and Backflow endorsements
- Gas Fitters Licence
- Water Quality and Testing Training
Please refer to the Role Description for further details.
Bring your skills to a role that supports your community. Apply now.
Enquiries are welcome; please contact: Cameron Fletchett on (07) 4433 1952.
Apply ONLINE: https://apply-springboard.health.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-TV696562
Applications close: Monday, 4 January 2027
Unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.