Careers

What We Look For

• Care about the work. We want people who take pride in doing pool builder properly, not just quickly.
• Straight talk with customers. You will be in someone's home or business explaining what you found. Plain language beats jargon.
• Reliability. Showing up when you said you would matters more here than any single line on a resume.
• Respect for the property. Protecting the space, cleaning up, and leaving it better than you found it.
• Safety, every time. Following safe practice is part of the job, not an extra.

Experience in pool builder or a related trade helps. If you have the attitude and not yet the trade experience, say so, because we do train.

Roles We Hire For

We are a small team, so openings come and go with the work. These are the roles we hire into.

Swimming Pool Construction Tradesperson

This role focuses on practical swimming pool construction tasks, including site preparation, working with materials and helping complete construction stages according to the agreed design and technical requirements. It suits someone who enjoys physical work, understands the importance of safe construction practices and pays attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Relevant experience in swimming pool construction, concreting or a closely related building trade.
• Ability to read and follow construction drawings and site instructions.
• Understanding of workplace safety and appropriate use of tools and equipment.
• Ability to work cooperatively with other trades and site personnel.
• Relevant licences or trade qualifications where required for the work performed.

Benefits

• Opportunity to work on varied residential pool projects.
• Practical experience across different construction stages.
• A team environment that values clear communication and good preparation.
• Opportunities to develop relevant construction skills through project experience.

Pool Design and Project Coordinator

This role helps organise design discussions, project information and communication between homeowners and the construction team. It suits someone who enjoys practical problem-solving, pays attention to details and can explain technical information in clear everyday language.

Qualifications

• Experience in design coordination, residential construction administration or a related field.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to organise project details, schedules and documentation.
• Confidence working with plans, measurements and design information.
• Willingness to learn about swimming pool construction methods and requirements.

Benefits

• Opportunity to contribute to residential pool design discussions.
• Varied work involving clients, planning and project coordination.
• Experience across different pool types and property conditions.
• A collaborative working environment with practical construction input.

Pool Construction Labourer

This role assists with site preparation, materials handling, general construction tasks and keeping work areas organised. It can suit someone beginning a career in construction or a worker looking to gain experience in residential swimming pool projects.

Qualifications

• Willingness to work outdoors and carry out physical tasks safely.
• Ability to follow directions and work as part of a team.
• Reliable attendance and a practical approach to daily work.
• Construction safety induction and other training as required for the work.
• Previous construction experience is helpful but may not be essential for every assignment.

Benefits

• Opportunity to gain experience in swimming pool construction.
• Exposure to excavation preparation, materials and finishing activities.
• Practical learning alongside experienced construction personnel.
• Varied outdoor residential projects across the Townsville area.

Pool Renovation Tradesperson

This role focuses on improvement work for existing swimming pools, including preparation, finishes, coping and other renovation tasks within the agreed scope. It suits someone who enjoys problem-solving and understands that older structures often require careful assessment before work begins.

Qualifications

• Experience in pool renovations, surface preparation, tiling, concreting or related trades.
• Ability to assess visible defects and recognise when specialist advice is needed.
• Careful approach to existing structures and surrounding property.
• Knowledge of appropriate materials and safe work practices.
• Relevant trade qualifications or licences where required.

Benefits

• Opportunity to work on varied pool improvement projects.
• Experience with different existing pool conditions and finishes.
• A practical role requiring attention to detail and problem-solving.
• Teamwork with design and construction personnel.

How to Apply

Email [email protected] with "Careers" and the role in the subject line. Include:

• A short note about the kind of work you have done
• Your resume, or simply a list of previous jobs and dates
• The area you can reliably get to
• A phone number and the best time to reach you

We read every application. If there is a fit, expect a short phone conversation first, then a meeting and a ride-along on a job so you can see the work before you commit to it.

We do not always have an opening posted. Send your information anyway. We keep applications on file and reach out first to people who already introduced themselves when a spot opens.

Pool Builders Townsville considers all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Questions about this page?

Prefer to talk? Call (07) 4401 8078 or email [email protected] and we will get back to you.