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Plumber

Alice Springs, AUS; Alice Springs; Alice Springs,; Australia
Full Time On-site

Summary

Job Description

Are you a qualified plumber looking for a rewarding opportunity in a dynamic, mission-critical environment? Join the Amentum team in Alice Springs and play a key role in maintaining essential infrastructure across a unique and technically challenging program.

About the Role

As a Tradesman Plumber, you’ll be responsible for the installation, maintenance, and repair of piping systems, fixtures, and equipment related to water, gas, sewage, air, and industrial waste. You’ll work both independently and as part of a skilled maintenance team, ensuring systems are operating safely and efficiently in line with relevant codes and standards.

Key Responsibilities

  • Construct, install, maintain, and repair plumbing systems (including fire and lawn sprinklers)
  • Diagnose and resolve routine and complex plumbing faults
  • Assist in maintaining underground sewer and water systems
  • Perform welding, cutting, and soldering as needed for repairs
  • Ensure compliance with health and safety procedures
  • Maintain records and certifications in line with site and legislative requirements

About You

You’re a hands-on professional with great problem-solving skills, a strong safety mindset, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively. You’re committed to maintaining high standards and enjoy working in a role that keeps critical operations running smoothly.

Qualifications & Experience

Essential:

  • Qualified Plumber (Trade Certificate or Licence)
  • 1–2 years' plumbing experience post-qualification
  • White Card (Construction Induction)
  • Valid Driver’s Licence
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills
  • Basic computer literacy (Microsoft Office)

Desirable (not essential):

  • CPR / First Aid Certification
  • Confined Space Entry & Working at Heights
  • Forklift and Elevated Work Platform Licence

Security & Medical Requirements

It is a condition of employment that employees obtain and retain the appropriate level of security and medical clearance applicable to the role. This position requires the ability to hold and maintain one of the following:

  • Top Secret Positive Vetting (TSPV) Security Clearance (Australian Department of Defence), or
  • TS/SCI with Polygraph (U.S. Clearance) - Applicants must also meet medical clearance requirements specific to the site.

What We Offer

  • Full-time permanent role with long-term career opportunities
  • Supportive team environment and structured safety culture
  • Competitive salary with additional site-based allowances
  • All tools, uniforms, and safety gear provided

About Amentum

Amentum is a global leader in mission-critical support and facilities management. In Australia, we support the OASIS and Vesta programs by providing operations, maintenance, and project services to a highly secure and unique site.

Apply now to be part of something important

Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed, marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low-income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal laws and supplemental language at Labor Laws Posters (https://postings.govdocs.com/#/vxSkbztPuAwwxfs) .

About Amentum

Amentum

Amentum is one of the largest government services and engineering companies supporting the U.S. military, intelligence community, and federal agencies. Headquartered in Virginia with more than 50,000 employees worldwide, Amentum delivers mission-critical support across defense, cybersecurity, engineering, logistics, intelligence, aviation, nuclear, and space operations. The company plays a major role in helping government agencies solve complex national security and infrastructure challenges.

For job seekers, Amentum offers a wide variety of career opportunities across engineering, cybersecurity, intelligence, logistics, IT, aviation maintenance, program management, and cleared government support roles. The company is especially attractive to veterans, transitioning military personnel, and security-cleared professionals looking to continue supporting national security missions while building long-term career stability. Amentum also has a strong reputation for career mobility, education support, and mission-focused work across hundreds of federal programs.

Unlike many companies focused on a single niche, Amentum supports a broad range of high-impact missions—from military readiness and intelligence operations to NASA programs, cyber modernization, and critical infrastructure support. Employees often work on programs that directly support the Department of Defense, intelligence agencies, and federal civilian missions, creating opportunities to build diverse experience while contributing to meaningful national security outcomes.

As government investment continues to grow in cyber, space, engineering, and mission modernization, Amentum remains one of the strongest employers in the government contracting sector. For professionals seeking a stable, mission-driven career with opportunities for advancement, technical growth, and meaningful impact, Amentum continues to stand out as a top employer in defense and federal services.

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