Water and Wastewater Trainee

Parkes Shire Council; Parkes Shire Council; On-site; AUD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training paid

Mentoring

38-hour week

Annual leave

Job summary

Parkes Shire Council invites applications for its CAT Program 2026: cadetship, apprenticeship and traineeship opportunities across water and wastewater disciplines. This two-year traineeship provides on-the-job training, coaching and mentoring while you work toward a nationally accredited qualification.

Gain hands-on experience in water treatment, wastewater systems and water networks. Benefits include paid training costs, a supportive team, 38-hour week and generous leave entitlements.

Qualifications

• Motivated and willing to learn.
• Reliable, trustworthy and punctual.
• Flexible team player with good communication skills.
• Ability to problem solve and use self-initiative.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Good communication, organisational and time management skills.
• Have a genuine interest in the role for which you are applying.

Responsibilities

• On-the-job training, coaching and mentoring from experienced professionals.
• Gaining practical knowledge toward a nationally accredited qualification.
• Exposure to water treatment, wastewater treatment, water supply networks and sewer systems.

Skills

Motivated to learn

Reliable

Punctual

Team player

Good communication

Problem solving

Self-initiative

Time management

Job description

About The Opportunity

Parkes Shire Council is offering traineeship opportunities for highly motivated and enthusiastic people looking to gain on-the-job experience and practical knowledge whilst working towards a nationally accredited qualification. This will definitely kick start your career in your chosen profession.

About The Opportunity

Parkes Shire Council is offering traineeship opportunities for highly motivated and enthusiastic people looking to gain on-the-job experience and practical knowledge whilst working towards a nationally accredited qualification. This will definitely kick start your career in your chosen profession. Embark on an exciting career as a Water and Wastewater Trainee and develop practical skills in the operation and maintenance of Council’s water and wastewater systems. You will gain hands on experience in water treatment, wastewater treatment, water supply networks and sewer systems. This traineeship will run for a period of two (2) years and will include on the job training, coaching and mentoring from experienced professionals. At the end of the traineeship program you will attain a nationally recognised vocational qualification. More information about the role can be found in Trainee Water and Wastewater Position Description.

About You

• Motivated and willing to learn
• Reliable, trustworthy and punctual
• Flexible team player with good communication skills
• Ability to problem solve and use self-initiative
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Good communication, organisational and time management skills
• Have a genuine interest in the role for which you are applying

Benefits

• 100% of training and study costs paid for by Council
• Dedicated support and mentoring from experienced professionals
• 38 hour working week an a fortnightly rostered day off (RDO)
• Four weeks Annual Leave per year
• Access to salary packaging options through Salary Packaging Australia (SPA)
• Wellness Programs and Health and Wellbeing initiatives
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Superannuation (currently at 12%)
• Relaxed regional lifestyle
• Work/Life balance
• And more!

About our Cadet, Apprentice and Trainee (CAT) Program 2026

Parkes Shire Council is offering cadetship, apprenticeship and traineeship opportunities for highly motivated and enthusiastic people looking to gain on-the-job experience and practical knowledge whilst working towards a nationally accredited qualification through a Registered Training Organisation. The CAT Program provides you with the opportunity to gain on-the-job training, coaching and mentoring from experienced professionals, with all training and study costs paid for by Council.

About Parkes Shire Council

Since its establishment in January 1981, Parkes Shire Council has earned a reputation as an innovative, progressive organisation with a proven ability to deliver outstanding outcomes for our community. As a two-time winner of the AR Bluett Memorial Award - the state's oldest and most prestigious local government award - we take pride in our culture of continuous improvement and excellence. Embracing a LEAN philosophy across our organisation and operations, we're constantly looking at how we can do things better in order to maximise the value we deliver. We are committed to developing and retaining a skilled, energetic and professional workforce to ensure that we continue to provide the best possible services, facilities and infrastructure to our community. We strive to provide a flexible, safe and inclusive work environment for our people, and are proud to have achieved formal accreditation under ISO 45001, the internationally recognised standard in Occupational Health and Safety. If you're seeking a challenging and rewarding career, a range of lifestyle benefits, and an opportunity to contribute to a high-performing organisation, then we're the right place for you. For more information, please visit our website: www.parkes.nsw.gov.au