Trainee Network Operator - Tuncurry
Closes: Feb 24, 2025
Start Your Career in the Water Industry – Traineeship Opportunity Available!
The role & you
Have you ever considered a career in the water industry? It’s a rewarding and essential field with a steady demand both locally and across Australia.
In this traineeship, you’ll join a dedicated team responsible for delivering high-quality water and sewer services to homes and businesses, while ensuring wastewater is properly treated to protect the environment. You’ll gain hands-on experience in vital tasks such as water main repairs, valve replacements, sewer pump station maintenance, responding to emergency situations, and working with IT systems to manage data and system readings related to water and sewer operations.
What’s in it for you?
- Nationally recognised qualification: Upon successful completion of your traineeship, you’ll earn a Certificate II in Water Industry Operations.
- Career growth: You’ll gain valuable experience and a career pathway in a highly specialised and essential field.
We’re looking for candidates who:
- Have a genuine interest in working in the water and sewer industry.
- Are motivated and eager to develop a career in this field.
- Demonstrate diligence in their past studies and/or work history.
- Hold a minimum P1 driver’s licence.
If you’re ready to start a fulfilling career with ongoing job security, we want to hear from you. Apply now and take the first step toward a career that matters!
Your application should clearly demonstrate the attributes listed above.
Remuneration: You will be paid in accordance with the Traineeship pay scale as outlined in the Local Government (State) Award 2023 plus superannuation. A water allowance of $95.34 will also apply.
Location: Upon commencement your normal place of work will be the MidCoast Council Tuncurry Depot, Grey Gum Road Tuncurry. You will also be required to be based from other Council sites across the MidCoast Council region.
Tenure: Full-time 38 hours per week for a 12 month fixed term. For the right person there will be an opportunity to progress to a Certificate III in Water Industry Operations for a further 18 month fixed term.
So... who are we looking for?
You'll impress us because you're genuinely focused on your chosen field. Your application will highlight your passions, interests and dedication. It will also showcase your commitment to the achievements you've had so far and demonstrate that you are someone who can be counted on. Most importantly, we are convinced that when you take this journey with us, you'll know you've made the right decision.
Why work with us?
We are committed to the growth of our employees and have a range of benefits available to support wellbeing and career development. Click here to find out more.
Please note that to be a successful candidate for this role you’ll be required to complete a pre-employment medical check (this will include a drug and alcohol test, sight and hearing, functional and medical component)
Want to know more?
Please review the position description in PDF or Word formats
Wanting to know more about the day-to-day functions of the role?
For enquiries related to the Tuncurry position please contact Damian Pink who is the hiring manager for this role. Damian can be reached on (02) 7955 7971 I 0417 401 154 I [email protected].
For enquiries regarding the application process contact Helen Hamilton who is the HR representative for this role. Helen can be reached on (02) 7955 7388 I [email protected].
Closing date: Sunday 23 February 2025 at 11.30 pm.
How to apply:
- When responding to the questions below, please include detailed and relevant examples of your skills and experience. Using the STAR method can help you prepare clear and concise responses using real-life examples. For more information regarding the STAR method, please click on this link.
- Please avoid using AI to generate responses to answer the questions in your application.
- You have the option to save your application prior to submitting, however please ensure you don't forget to submit your application before the closing date.
- Click the "NEXT" button at the bottom of the application form to attach your resume. We recommend using Pdf formatting where possible.
- Attaching a Cover Letter is not a requirement of the application process. However, there is an 'optional field' to attach a Cover Letter, if you wish to do so.
- We will be in touch via email.
About the MidCoast Region
From lakes and estuaries to white sandy beaches to world heritage mountain wilderness, the MidCoast region offers an attractive lifestyle for everyone. Our community is characterised by its welcoming attitude, growing economy and natural beauty. These are the pillars of the quality of life we value. To find out more about our beautiful region click here.
Our organisation
At MidCoast Council our people are our most important asset and we believe that we can only reach our full potential when you reach yours. This is the place for those who seek to play a role in the community and have an enthusiasm to learn and grow. Here you can make a real difference.
Our community is our customer and is at the centre of everything we do. We value, support and empower our people to deliver positive results for our community.
Our commitment
At MidCoast Council we are committed to providing equal employment opportunities. Our aim is to provide all of our staff with an inclusive, safe and healthy working environment. We never discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age or marital, veteran or disability status. If you have a disability and need to request any adjustments to assist with the application process, or to discuss workplace adjustments you may require, please contact the HR representative.
Council also recognises the skills and attributes of veterans and welcomes applications from ex-service personnel.
We’re a 2025 Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant.
We respectfully ask that recruitment agencies do not contact us at this stage.
