Apprentice Plumber

About the role

Undertake a structured four-year apprenticeship within the Engineering Department at The Prince Charles Hospital, developing practical skills and technical knowledge in plumbing and building services while supporting the maintenance and operation of healthcare facilities.

Working under the guidance of experienced tradespeople, you will assist with a range of repair and maintenance activities across hospital infrastructure, contributing to essential services that support safe and effective healthcare delivery. This role provides hands-on experience across a variety of plumbing systems and building services, ensuring exposure to real-world maintenance, fault finding, and installation tasks within a complex clinical environment.

As an Apprentice Plumber, you will actively build your skills through on-the-job learning combined with formal training, attending required coursework and development sessions to successfully complete the apprenticeship. You will work collaboratively with trade staff across multiple disciplines, gaining a broad understanding of engineering services within a hospital setting while developing safe work practices and professional capability.

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 tradespeople in maintenance, repair, and installation activities while developing practical skills
• Follow workplace health and safety requirements and apply safe work practices at all times
• Communicate effectively with team members, supervisors, and customers
• Participate actively in training, coursework, and development activities to complete the apprenticeship
• Maintain accurate records and contribute to efficient service delivery within the team

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