Facilities Technician - Plumber

About the Role

Your duties will include general maintenance and repairs, dealing with unexpected events, providing direction to teams, seeking continuous-improvement opportunities, and undertaking scheduled, first-response and reactive maintenance to minimise disruption. You will work hands-on, safely, and meet client and contract requirements. Downer plans, creates and sustains essential public services across Australia and New Zealand, managing critical infrastructure such as hospitals, data centres and defence partnerships that keep communities thriving. • Identify continuous-improvement opportunities and implement solutions. • Perform scheduled, first-response and reactive maintenance to reduce disruption. • Complete hands-on work safely, meeting client and contract requirements. • Maintain physical fitness for regular bending and lifting tasks. • Access training and development programmes to diversify your career. • Utilize the Employee Assistance Program for personal and family support. • Join an inclusive workplace that celebrates diversity and supports under-represented groups.

Key Responsibilities

• ▸continuous improvement
• ▸scheduled maintenance
• ▸reactive maintenance
• ▸hands‑on work
• ▸client delivery
• ▸team direction

What You Bring

Prison environments can be challenging, so you must be confident, professional and prepared for the 24/7 nature of the site, including occasional after-hours work. We are looking for a team player who goes the extra mile, focuses on quality delivery, has an eye for detail, and can coordinate other trades to complete jobs. Problem-solving skills and keeping plumbing services in good working order are essential. The role requires experience as an NZ Certified Plumber or Tradesman Plumber, the ability to work unsupervised while delivering safe, quality work, a full class-one manual driver’s licence, and physical fitness for regular bending and lifting. A strong work ethic, positive attitude and commitment to high-quality outcomes are also vital. To apply, click “APPLY” and include your CV and relevant licences/qualifications, referencing number 727332. Successful candidates will undergo a pre-employment drug test, medical and Ministry of Justice check, with support available for any required adjustments. • Respond to unexpected events and direct work teams. • Hold NZ Certified Plumber or Tradesman Plumber qualification. • Work unsupervised while delivering safe, quality plumbing work. • Possess a full class-one manual driver’s licence. • Demonstrate strong work ethic, positive attitude and commitment to high-quality outcomes.

Requirements

• ▸nz plumber
• ▸class‑1 licence
• ▸problem solving
• ▸team player
• ▸physical fitness
• ▸quality focus

Benefits

We are seeking a Certified Plumber to join our high-performing building-maintenance team at Mt Eden Corrections Facility. The role offers opportunities to expand your knowledge in the facilities sector and grow within the team, exposing you to varied plumbing responsibilities. We offer a high-performance culture and a commitment to diversity, providing training and development, internal promotion opportunities (30 % filled internally), and perks such as healthcare discounts, retail and car‑purchase savings. An Employee Assistance Program supports you and your family, and we actively celebrate inclusion of all ages, genders, cultures and abilities. • Benefit from internal promotion opportunities (30 % of vacancies filled internally). • Receive perks such as healthcare discounts and savings on retail and car purchases.

Work Environment

Onsite