Plumber

About the role – Purpose that counts

Our SEQ Facilities has an exciting opportunity for a Plumber to join the team in our Corinda depot on Brisbane’s southside on a fulltime permanent basis.

As a plumber you will be responsible for the maintenance and repairs to our Facilities and Heritage assets (houses, depots, stations, equipment rooms).

Day-to-day responsibilities of this role will include

•    Undertake work activities and create notifications using EAMS applications for the continual maintenance of the Facilities asset to meet requirements

•    Ensure that work carried out is in accordance with the National Plumbing and Drainage Code of Australia and all other statutory regulations

•    Supervise our supporting work contractors, support other areas such as facilities trades in the delivery of multi trade works 

•    Proactively develop skills and knowledge required for the rail environment and associated with trade qualifications through on-the-job training courses

•    Travel to different work locations working alone or as part of a team

For further details please click here to view the Position Description

Hours and Salary – Benefits that count

This opportunity works across a 9-day fortnight and will have overtime weekend work. Working the current roster, a Plumber earns between $95,000 - $110,000 + superannuation.

We also offer a range of attractive benefits designed to help you bring your best, to view some of our amazing benefits, please click on this link

 Where Connection Counts 

Learn more about Queensland Rail’s purpose, people, and progress – watch our short video here.

About you

•    Trade Certified Plumber

•    Current Driver’s licence

•    Substantial knowledge of plumbing work in accordance with the National Construction Code and Queensland Plumbing Codes, regulations and acts

•    Able to work semi-autonomously and within a team environment

Progress that Counts

Joining Queensland means being part of an exciting future where you'll welcome millions of international passengers for the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games. Our Cross River Rail project will transform travel across the South East Queensland network, doubling passenger journeys to 80 million over the next decade.

To support this growth and enhance customer experiences, we're committed to key initiatives, including building three new Gold Coastline stations, implementing the $2.6 billion Gold Coast Faster Rail Project, introducing 65 new Next Generation Rolling Stock trains, improving station accessibility at eight main stations, boosting North Coast Line capacity and upgrading Central Station.

 Sounds great, what’s next? 

If this position interests you and you feel you have the knowledge and experience, please submit a resume via our website by clicking onto the "Apply" button by 11:59pm (GMT+10:00 Brisbane) Monday the 15th of December 2025. 

Supporting a Diverse Workforce 

At Queensland Rail we are 1TEAM and our diverse workforce enables us to connect communities every day.  We are committed to building inclusive and respectful workplaces for all our people, strengthened by our diversity and encourage applications from First Nations Peoples, all genders, those from culturally diverse backgrounds, LGBTIQ+ community and people with disability, of all ages and backgrounds. 

We strive to provide a barrier free and equitable recruitment experience. 

If you do require an adjustment during the recruitment process, please contact Liam McKeown via the email below. 

To learn more about this Queensland Rail career opportunity please contact Liam McKeown with your specific enquiry via liam.mckeown@qr.com.au   Please do not email your application.