Trainee Operator

• 12 month opportunity based in Kalgoorlie
• Earn while you Learn – Complete a Nationally recognised qualification – We Pay!
• $77,256 + super + $3,348 location allowance  

This position is advertised under Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984. We are seeking to increase the diversity of our workforce to better meet the differing needs of our customers and to improve equal opportunity outcomes for our employees. Aboriginal Australians are encouraged to apply.

Do you enjoy working outdoors?

Do you want to add a nationally recognised qualification to your CV? (Which we pay for)

Do you want a manager who will support you, guide you and mentor you?

You probably want to know what’s involved?

As a trainee Operator, you will actively participate in safe job planning, team meetings and workplace inspections.

Under supervision, you’ll work with other parties including contractors in the delivery of operations and maintenance requirements.

You will assist with tasks using specialist tools, plant and equipment supplied for such activity.

You will also learn to operate, maintain, construct and monitor water and wastewater assets across operational sites whilst ensuring work is completed to a high standard with regard to quality, safety and timeliness.

What’s in it for you?

• $77,256 + super + $3,348 location allowance 
• 12 month fixed term opportunity with opportunities to progress and develop your career, training and exposure to other roles at Water Corporation
• Your full-time roster will consist of a 9-day fortnight, meaning every second week you will have a 3-day weekend (RDO) to enjoy doing the things you love.
• 2 wellness leave days a year.
• Working in a supportive culturally diverse team environment.
• Leave loading of 17.5% when you take annual leave

Key skills and experience:

• Western Australian “C” Class Drivers Licence.
• Completion of year 10 education, tertiary qualification, or trade certificate.
• Can do attitude and willingness to learn.
• Willingness to travel to Perth for block training.

Apply: Only a basic CV is required, we have a few questions we would like you to answer in your application.

Applications close 9th April 2024

Please note: As part of the recruitment process you may be required to complete Pre-Employment screening which may include a medical, qualification check, police clearance and Australian working rights check.

We reserve the right to withdraw this ad prior to the closing date.

Our commitment to a diverse and inclusive workplace:

Diversity and inclusion are more than words. They guide us on building a thriving workforce that reflects the diversity of our customers and our community. 

We encourage applications from every background, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, women, youth, LGBTQIA+ folks and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

Applicants with disability who require adjustments, or alternative methods of communication in the recruitment process, can contact a Recruitment Officer at recruitment@watercorporation.com.au or 9420 2000.

To read our diversity and inclusion statement, please visit our website