Trainee Water & Sewer Operator
Job No:
GIL202024
Location:
Gilgandra
Gilgandra Shire Council is seeking a Trainee Water & Sewer Operator to join our Infrastructure team!
- Permanent full time - 38 hours per week
- Rostered day off every fortnight - an extra 22 days off a year!
- Weekly pay cycle
- Salary range $564.40 - $1154.20
ABOUT THE ROLE
Council currently has an excellent opportunity to gain valuable on the job employment skills whilst undertaking a Certificate III in Water Industry Operations.
This traineeship presents an opportunity to earn money while completing a nationally recognised qualification and gain practical experience assisting with the operation, maintenance and repair of Council’s water supply and wastewater systems. This industry is experiencing a significant skill shortage throughout Australia, and the completion of this qualification will open numerous career opportunities.
Council will fund all related training expenses and offer a range in wages in accordance with the salary structure depending on age, acquired skills and experience.
This is a 24 month fixed term, employment is for the length of the traineeship.
Council applies Equal Employment Opportunity Principles and female applicants are encouraged to apply.
Please click HERE to view the position description.
ABOUT YOU
Council is looking for someone who has the following qualities, experience and/or qualifications:
- Class C Driver Licence
- Possess a genuine interest in water and sewerage treatment and reticulation
- Possess a genuine commitment to complete the traineeship within the required timeframes
- Ability to commence Certificate III in Water Industry Operations
- Positive attitude to work and a willingness to work as a team, to help others and to learn
- Punctual and a good attendance record
- Ability to use personal protective equipment (PPE)
- Ability to complete time and plant sheets
- Sound literacy and numeracy skills
- WHS Construction Induction (White Card) or completion prior to employment
- Basic understanding of water and sewer treatment concepts and principals
- Completion of year 10 schooling or above
- Possess an interest in civil construction, operating plant, and or plumbing
BENEFITS
- Rostered day off every fortnight - an extra 22 days off a year!
- Weekly pay cycle
- 11% employer contribution to superannuation
- 4 weeks annual leave with the ability to take at full pay, half pay, or double pay
- Long Service after 5 years employment with a NSW Council
- PPE provided
- Ongoing learning and development
- 15 days sick leave
- Access to Health and Wellbeing initiatives
- Opportunity to contribute and make a difference to our community!
Applications for this position close at 9.00am, Monday 22 April 2024
ENQUIRIES: Urban Services Manager, Mark Linton-Harland the HR Department on 02 6817 8800
HOW TO APPLY
Before you apply for this position, please read the Position Description carefully to assess your eligibility and suitability for the position. You will be required to answer questions that relate to the criteria on the online application below. You will also be required to attach your current resume which should include two recent employment related referees. Please note that you cannot submit your application without attaching your resume. Council will only accept applications submitted online. Please include in your resume, evidence of qualifications that you possess.
All correspondence will be via the email you have provided in your application.
ABOUT GILGANDRA
Gilgandra is a vibrant rural community in Central West NSW, situated at the junction of three main highways and in close proximity to Dubbo. There is a strong supportive community that has worked together to develop excellent schools, medical services, retail services and recreational activities that you simply do not see in communities of a similar size.
Gilgandra presents you with an opportunity to have an excellent lifestyle you may not be able to afford in the city.
