Full-Time Plumber - Hot Water, Air Conditioning & Compliance Management
This is a hands-on role combining residential installations with compliance management, quality assurance, and the investigation and resolution of installation issues and customer complaints. You will deliver quality installations, identify and rectify technical issues, and ensure work meets applicable Australian standards and regulatory requirements.
Key responsibilities
Install and replace residential hot water systems, electric heat pump water heaters, and associated plumbing components
Carry out plumbing works associated with replacing existing gas hot water systems with electric heat pump systems
Install residential air conditioning systems, including multi-split systems, where appropriately licensed and qualified
Complete associated plumbing, drainage, pipework, and other installation tasks within your authorised scope
Conduct site inspections and assess installation requirements to ensure work is completed safely and efficiently
Test completed installations and verify that systems are operating correctly
Coordinate with electricians, refrigeration technicians, and other trades to ensure projects are completed on schedule
Ensure plumbing installations comply with applicable Australian plumbing standards, VBA requirements, and relevant regulations
Review completed installations to identify defects, non-compliant work, and potential safety concerns
Prepare, review, and maintain required compliance certificates, job reports, photographs, and installation documentation
About you
A valid and current Victorian plumbing licence appropriate to the plumbing work being performed
Relevant qualifications and authorisations for water supply and gas-fitting work, where required
Proven experience in residential hot water and heat pump installations
Strong knowledge of applicable Australian plumbing standards, VBA requirements, and compliance documentation
Experience diagnosing technical faults, investigating customer complaints, and managing rectification works
Excellent problem-solving, organisational, and time-management skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work independently and coordinate effectively with other trades
About us
OPT Energy is a growing company operating under the Victorian Energy Upgrades (VEU) program. We specialise in replacing traditional gas hot water systems with energy-efficient electric heat pump systems, helping households reduce energy costs and carbon emissions.
Competitive salary of $150,000 per annum
Full-time, ongoing employment
A varied role covering hot water, heat pump, and air conditioning installations
Opportunities to take ownership of installation quality, compliance, and technical rectification
A supportive team environment with operational coordination
Career development opportunities in the growing hot water, HVAC, and renewable energy sectors
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Full-Time Plumber – Hot Water, Air Conditioning & Compliance Management in Melbourne employer: Opt Energy
OPT Energy is an exceptional employer that values high-quality workmanship and compliance, offering a senior position as a Compliance Manager for licensed plumbers in the vibrant energy sector. With a supportive work culture that encourages professional growth, employees benefit from competitive remuneration, hands-on leadership opportunities, and the chance to build and manage a reliable installation team in a growing business. Located in Victoria, this role provides a unique blend of office, supervisory, and onsite responsibilities, making it ideal for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment.
