Trainee Water Management & Treatment - Based at Bulahdelah, Tea Gardens and

at  MidCoast Council

CHOOSING YOUR NEXT CAREER STEP CAN BE THRILLING YET OVERWHELMING— AND WE GET THAT.

Right now, MidCoast Council is offering an opportunity designed to simplify your decision-making process. We’re here to help launch your career and set you on the right path.
This traineeship within our Water Management and Treatment department will be based in our southern treatment plants at Bulahdelah, Tea Gardens and Stroud.
Seize the chance to make a positive choice for your future, and best of all, you can do it right here on the stunning Barrington Coast.

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? Please contact Nathan Bakewell who is the hiring manager for this role. Nathan can be reached on 0438 619 815.
For enquiries regarding the application process contact Helen Hamilton, Human Resources Advisor who is the HR representative for this role. Helen can be reached on (02) 7955 7388 or helen.hamilton@midcoast.nsw.gov.au.

Are you ready to jumpstart your career in an essential and dynamic field? MidCoast Council is excited to offer a traineeship opportunity within our Water Management and Treatment department. This role is perfect for individuals eager to learn and grow in the operation and maintenance of our water and wastewater systems where you will complete a Certificate III in Water Industry Operations (24 months).
As a trainee, you will gain hands-on experience in the day-to-day management of these critical systems, including both planned and unplanned maintenance tasks. This position offers the chance to develop valuable skills in water treatment and system operations, all while contributing to the reliability and efficiency of our community’s water services.
We’re looking for candidates who are passionate about learning, detail-oriented, and able to work well both independently and as part of a team. A commitment to performing tasks in a cost-effective and efficient manner is essential.
Please note that to be a successful candidate for this role you’ll be required to complete a pre-employment basic skills assessment and medical check (medical assessment will include a drug and alcohol test, sight and hearing, functional and medical component)
Testimonial: “Since starting, I have learnt so many valuable skills, which can be transferred to all aspects of life, and I am doing things I never imagined I would be doing. I have been put into a great team of people who have taught me so much and have greatly supported me throughout my traineeship. I am the type of person who likes to learn and understand how things work, and this role has given me such an insight into how important functioning water systems are to our community.” - Holly
Remuneration: You will be paid in accordance with the Traineeship pay scale as outlined in the Local Government (State) Award 2023 plus superannuation.
An allowance of $95.34 per week will also apply. (Trainee Water Allowance)
Location: This position will be based at the Bulahdelah, Stroud and Tea Gardens Water Services Depots. You may also be required to be based from other Council sites across the MidCoast Council region.
Tenure: Full-time 38 hours per week over a 24-month period.
Closing date: Sunday 23 February 2025 at 11.30 pm.