Compass Group / DeltaFM is hiring a Tradesperson – Plumber in Perth, Western Australia, Australia. This is a casual opportunity for qualified WA-based plumbers to join the company’s growing casual pool and work on established remote sites throughout the Pilbara and Goldfields.
The successful candidate will carry out plumbing maintenance, repairs and installations across remote village facilities. The role includes preventative and reactive maintenance, fault finding, drainage and water system repairs, and gas servicing or testing where the candidate is appropriately licensed.
JOB OVERVIEW AT A GLANCE
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Location | Perth, Western Australia, Australia |
| Work Setting | Remote / FIFO |
| Workplace | Remote Village Facilities |
| Wage | Above-award rates |
| Employment Type | Casual / Vacation |
| Start Date | As soon as possible |
| Vacancies | Casual Pool |
| Experience | Qualified Plumber with relevant trade experience |
| Education | Relevant WA trade certification |
| Language | English |
| Benefits | Flights, accommodation, meals, PPE and site facilities |
| Posted | September 2026 |
| Employer | Compass Group / DeltaFM |
Responsibilities
As a Tradesperson – Plumber, your duties may include the following:
- Carry out plumbing maintenance, repairs and installations across remote village facilities.
- Perform preventative maintenance on plumbing, water and drainage systems.
- Perform reactive maintenance and repairs when faults occur.
- Complete fault finding to help ensure uninterrupted village services.
- Repair and maintain plumbing systems and related infrastructure.
- Undertake gas servicing activities where appropriately licensed and authorised.
- Undertake gas testing activities where appropriately qualified and authorised.
- Ensure all plumbing work complies with safety, regulatory and environmental standards.
- Work collaboratively with electricians, refrigeration technicians and other trades.
- Support the reliable operation of essential services at remote facilities.
- Follow workplace safety procedures and site requirements.
- Maintain high standards of workmanship across all assignments.
- Adapt to different operational environments and remote work locations.
- Complete maintenance duties according to instructions and applicable trade standards.
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Qualifications
To qualify for this job, you need the following:
Trade Qualification
- Qualified Plumber with relevant Western Australian trade certification.
- Current Plumbing Licence.
- Knowledge of plumbing, water and drainage systems.
- Strong understanding of plumbing maintenance and repair procedures.
- Gas Testing qualifications are highly regarded.
- Gas Servicing qualifications are highly regarded.
- A current Plumbing Contractor Licence is advantageous.
Experience
- Relevant experience working as a qualified plumber.
- Experience with plumbing maintenance, repairs and installations.
- Experience with preventative and reactive maintenance.
- Experience with fault finding and plumbing system repairs.
- Experience working across different facilities and operational environments is an advantage.
- Experience with gas testing or gas servicing is highly regarded.
Work Requirements
- Must reside in Western Australia.
- Must be able to FIFO from Perth Airport.
- Ability to work across remote locations throughout the Pilbara and Goldfields.
- Ability to work flexibly across different rosters.
- Current C Class Driver’s Licence.
- Current National Police Clearance or ability to obtain one.
- Ability to pass a pre-employment medical.
- Ability to pass Drug and Alcohol screening.
- Ability to work safely in remote operational environments.
- Willingness to work day-shift FIFO rosters.
Personal Suitability
- Reliable
- Responsible
- Safety-conscious
- Team-oriented
- Quality-focused
- Flexible
- Professional
- Strong attention to detail
- Able to work independently
- Able to communicate effectively with other trades and site personnel
What the Employer Offers
Compass Group / DeltaFM offers a range of benefits for successful candidates, including:
- Above-award rates.
- Fortnightly pay.
- 14:14 and 14:7 day-shift rosters.
- Three hours of travel time paid each way.
- PPE and work boots provided.
- Flights from Perth Airport.
- Chef-made meals.
- Resort-style accommodation.
- Opportunity to work across a variety of remote mining village environments.
- Opportunity to gain experience across diverse facilities and operational sites.
- Opportunity to hear about upcoming full-time positions.
- Access to site recreation facilities including pools, tennis courts, squash courts, golf simulators and gyms.
- Access to more than 100 retail discounts through mobile-based benefits.
- Opportunity to further develop Gas Testing and Gas Servicing skills where appropriately qualified.
- Higher rates may be available for candidates with Gas Testing qualifications and/or a current Plumbing Contractor Licence.
How to Apply
If you think you are qualified and eligible for the job, don’t wait and apply as soon as possible. Interested candidates can apply through the Compass Careers website, submit their resume by email to the advertised Compass Group recruitment address, or contact the recruitment team by phone to discuss the position.
