Trainee Water and Wastewater Operator

Muswellbrook-Shire-Council; Muswellbrook; On-site; AUD 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12% superannuation

40% staff discount on Aquatic Centre

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Muswellbrook Shire Council is offering a Trainee Water and Wastewater Operator role in Muswellbrook NSW. You will assist in operation and maintenance of Council's water and wastewater facilities under supervision, with a 2-year traineeship and Certificate III in Water Operations.

Salary starts around 55,322 AUD per year plus 12% superannuation; traineeship is full-time 38 hours per week; applications close 10 November 2026.

Qualifications

• Higher School Certificate or equivalent is required.
• Current NSW Driver's Licence.
• Must complete Certificate III in Water Operations.
• Strong communication, literacy, numeracy and computer skills.
• Interest in a career in Local Government.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Water and Wastewater operators with the operation and maintenance of the Water and/or Sewage Treatment Plant(s) and raw water pumping stations.
• Once deemed competent, provide an ‘on call’ operations and maintenance service on a negotiated basis as required.
• Assist in the operation and maintenance of plant and equipment including, but limited to; pipe cleaning equipment, pumps, generators, power tools and vehicles.
• Undertake administration work as required including recording of daily log sheets, service request forms, incident report forms and maintenance of electronic records.

Skills

Communication skills

Literacy

Numeracy

Computer skills

Education

Higher School Certificate

Certificate III in Water Operations

Job description

The Trainee Water and Wastewater Operator will assist in the operation and maintenance of Council's wastewater system treatment facilities and pumping stations under direction from the supervisor and in accordance with their licence conditions. Work includes assistance in the maintenance, construction and repair of water and sewer infrastructure and/or assets.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Water and Wastewater operators with the operation and maintenance of the Water and/or Sewage Treatment Plant(s) and raw water pumping stations.
• Once deemed competent, provide an ‘on call’ operations and maintenance service on a negotiated basis as required.
• Assist in the operation and maintenance of plant and equipment including, but limited to; pipe cleaning equipment, pumps, generators, power tools and vehicles.
• Undertake administration work as required including recording of daily log sheets, service request forms, incident report forms and maintenance of electronic records.

This is an exciting opportunity to complete a 2 year Traineeship undertaking a Certificate III in Water Operations. The salary range will be dependent upon traineeship conditions. To be successful in the role you will need:

• Higher School Certificate or Equivalent;
• Current NSW Drivers License;
• A requirement of this role is to complete a Certificate III in Water Operations;
• Fundamental communication, literacy, numeracy and computer skills;
• Demonstrated Interest in gaining a career in Local Government

We offer

• Trainee Water and Wastewater Operator Traineeship opportunities are available to be complete on a full-time basis, as a 2 year term contract, at 38 hours per week.
• The opportunity to complete a Certificate III in Water Operations (a requirement of this role).
• Salary from $55,322 per year (depending on qualifications, skills and experience) plus 12% superannuation
• 40% discount on yearly Aquatic and Fitness Centre membership for staff and families at local facility (conditions apply).
• Access to EAP program for employees and their immediate family.

About Muswellbrook

Muswellbrook Shire Council is a progressive local government area, located under two hours from Newcastle and Tamworth and three hours from Sydney, in the beautiful Upper Hunter Valley.

The Shire has a long history in energy generation and is one of the largest coal mining areas in Australia. As we move towards a Net Zero economy, we are at the centre of renewable energy transition and innovation.

Working at Muswellbrook Shire Council, you will be part of driving change to create a bright and prosperous future for our community, in a location which has plentiful opportunities and an enviable lifestyle.

It is a great place to grow your career and be part of something bigger – we have space for you.

Further information and to apply

• Applications close o n 10 November 2026 at 11:59pm .

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About Muswellbrook

Muswellbrook Shire Council is a progressive local government area, located under two hours from Newcastle and Tamworth and three hours from Sydney, in the beautiful Upper Hunter Valley.

The Shire has a long history in energy generation and is one of the largest coal mining areas in Australia. As we move towards a Net Zero economy, we are at the centre of renewable energy transition and innovation.

Working at Muswellbrook Shire Council, you will be part of driving change to create a bright and prosperous future for our community, in a location which has plentiful opportunities and an enviable lifestyle.

It is a great place to grow your career and be part of something bigger – we have space for you.