Civil Trainee Operator

Water Corporation; Shire Of Merredin; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9-day fortnight schedule

Well-being days

Standby roster

Long service leave pro rata

Superannuation co-contribution

Additional leave options

Cultural leave

Job summary

Water Corporation in Merredin, WA, is seeking a motivated Trainee Operator to join the civil team on an initial 12-month contract with potential extension. You will gain hands-on experience and be mentored by experienced operators while earning a competitive wage.

Training is provided on-site with opportunities for accredited qualifications and flexible working arrangements.

Qualifications

• Must have completed Year 10; Year 12 preferred.
• Working toward WA C Class Driver’s Licence or hold one.
• Strong safety awareness.
• Willingness to perform heavy manual tasks.
• Hands-on aptitude and practical mechanical skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform the full range of work of a Water Industry Operator with training.
• Learn from experienced operators and managers on site.
• Handle dangerous goods and perform chlorine changeovers.
• Complete heavy manual tasks and assist in maintenance.
• Operate basic tools and equipment safely.

Skills

Safety awareness

Hands-on

Can-do attitude

Manual tasks

Driver’s Licence in progress

Education

Year 10 completed

Year 12 preferred

Tools

Shifters

Chainsaws

Hand tools

Job description

Thrive as you shape WA’s water future.

We value unique insights, ideas and talents. We care about creating an environment that’s inclusive and reflects the diversity of the community we service.

At Water Corporation you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to your community with opportunities across WA.

Are you looking for a career- entry opportunity?

If you wish to gain a qualification in water or wastewater operations, your future career could be right here. Complete a nationally recognised Certificate II in Water Operations (1 year), then the potential opportunity to complete your Certificate III - all paid for by us!

We have a fantastic opportunity for an enthusiastic and committed person to join the Merredin civil team as a Trainee Operator on an initial 12 month contract with the opportunity for extension.

What’s in this for you?

As a trainee, you’ll receive mentoring and support from some of the best in the industry with exposure to cutting-edge water technology. You will learn on the job and earn a great wage which increases every year. You’ll be on the pathway to greater things with accredited training, qualifications (which we pay for) and a fantastic range of flexible working options.

About the role

• As trainee with us, you will be expected to be able to carry out the full range of work carried out by a Water Industry Operator, with the appropriate training and supervision
• You’ll receive a high standard of training and development in your role from experienced Operators and Managers, so you’ll learn from some of the best in the industry
• You will be handling dangerous goods, performing chlorine changeover, and taking water samples
• In your role you will complete heavy manual tasks, in awkward postures at times, including clearing blocked networks, repairing pipework and maintaining water assets.
• Tasks vary from lifting gatic lids, turning valves, accessing chambers, using hand tools such as shifters, chainsaws and operating plant
• We have a sincere work / life balance culture with flexible working arrangements and employee benefits that are available to you

Who are we?

When you join Water Corporation, you play an important role for the people of WA. Our services are essential for life - everyday, millions of Western Australians rely on us to deliver and manage water across our state.

If you’re driven to make a meaningful contribution, you’ve come to the right place.

Real benefits that matter

• 9-day fortnight work schedule (RDO)
• Two well-being days each year to do whatever you need to do to feel good
• Option to participate in the out of hours standby roster
• Access to long service leave pro rata after 3 years of service
• Take advantage of our co-contribution superannuation scheme. Receive a 12% employer contribution and enjoy an additional 2% employer co-contribution when you elect to salary sacrifice 2%.
• Purchase additional leave of up to 12 weeks or work 4 years at a reduced salary and take the fifth year off as paid leave
• Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural and ceremonial leave of up to 5 days so you can maintain your cultural connection and wellbeing.

Discover more benefits we offer to support the unique and individual ways our employees live.

Your skills and experience

For this role, we are looking for great talent with:

• Seeking locals to Merredin, so you’ll never be too far from where you know and love living
• You’ve successfully completed Year 10 with a preference for a completion of year 12 and don’t feel like Uni is for you
• You must be working towards your Driver’s Licence or hold a current WA ‘C Class’ Drivers Licence
• Strong Awareness of Safety
• Enjoy working with your hands – some work involves heavy manual tasks, precision work in a workshop or field environments, and some handling of dangerous goods – Don’t worry, you’ll get all the training you need to keep safe
• Positive can-do attitude will see you do well

Applications close 8th November 2026

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.

We are committed to ensuring an accessible and inclusive work environment to enable people with disability to participate fully in all aspects of employment.

Applicants with disability who require adjustments during the recruitment process including an alternative format of the application form, can contact a Recruitment Officer at [e-mail] or 08 9420 2000.

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