Trainee Water Industry Operator

Icon Water; Canberra; On-site; AUD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Superannuation 15%

Flexible hours

Purchased leave

Paid parental leave

Study assistance

Employee assistance program

Free gym

Awards and recognition

Salary sacrifice

Income protection

Diversity and inclusion

Job summary

Icon Water, Canberra's water utility, invites applications for a Early Careers Traineeship program at the Lower Molonglo Wastewater Treatment Plant. We offer practical on-the-job training while you study, with structured mentoring and formal qualifications.

You'll learn to operate, monitor and control plant processes, perform sampling and laboratory analysis, and help maintain safety and environmental standards. Join a growth-focused team committed to essential services.

Qualifications

• Completed Year 12 (or equivalent).
• Strong communications skills.
• Willingness to learn and contribute to teamwork.
• Commitment to workplace safety and learning.

Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor and control various plant and processes.
• Undertake process sampling and laboratory analysis.
• Detailed inspection, analysis and reporting of plant and equipment.
• Ensure all workplace safety and environmental procedures are followed.
• Develop professional and technical skills through structured learning and mentoring.

Skills

Communication skills

Willingness to learn

Teamwork

Education

Year 12 or equivalent

Job description

Icon Wateris an iconic Canberra business with a historyofproviding essential services to Canberra for over 100years.

We are the ACT’s supplier of essential water and wastewater services and have proudly served our community for over 100 years – sourcing, treating and supplying water, and managing Canberra’s wastewater network. Our work is essential to the health, prosperity and liveability of the region, and we are committed to environmental, social and financial sustainability in everything we do.

Icon Water is a purpose driven organisation where everyone contributes to our core business, ensuring high quality drinking water and sustainable wastewater treatment. Icon Water’s culture is driven by our values of care, connection, community and courage. These are values we see in action every day as we challenge ourselves to meet the expectations of our community.

Icon Water is an Equal Opportunity Employer which values diversity and inclusion. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, people with disabilities, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and all ages. We also have a strong focus on gender balance within the organisation and encourage women to apply.

About The Role

Kickstartyourcareer with Icon Water-Traineeships available.

Are you ready to learn while you work and build a rewarding career with Canberra's water utility?

Icon Water is seeking enthusiastic,proactive,motivatedand safety-focused people to join our team through our Early Careers Program.We currently have opportunities availableat our Lower Molonglo Wastewater Treatment Plant inCanberrafor2 xFull-timeTrainees.

Our traineeshipsprovidean exciting opportunity to gain practical experience while undertaking formal study.

Whatyou'lldo:

You may be involved in:

• Learning how tooperate, monitor and control various plant and processes
• Learn how to undertake process sampling and laboratory analysis
• Detailed inspection, analysis and reporting of plant and equipment
• Ensure all workplace, health,safetyand environmental procedures are followed
• Developing professional and technical skills through structured learning and mentoring

We'relookingforpeoplewhohave:

• Completed Year 12 (or equivalent)
• Strong communicationskills
• A willingness to learn
• A positive attitude and commitment to teamwork
• A strong focus on workplace safety

Whyjoin Icon Water?

At Icon Water,we'recommitted to developing the next generation of skilled professionals. Our traineeship programsprovidethe opportunity to gain practical, hands-on experience while completing nationally recognised qualifications.

You'llbe supported by experienced leaders and subject matter experts who are passionate about helping you succeed.

We offer:

• 15% superannuation
• Flexible working arrangements (where suitable)
• Purchased leave scheme
• Paid parental leave
• Studyassistance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Free gym membership
• Employee awards and recognition programs
• Salary sacrifice options
• Income protection insurance
• Diversity and inclusion initiatives

Applications close5pmWednesday, 30September 2026.