Tamworth Regional Council

Trainee Operator – Water Operations South-East Headworks

Trainee – Water Operations – Headworks

Location: Tamworth NSW

Are you looking for more than just a job?  Do you enjoy practical, hands-on work, problem solving & learning new skills?  Unlock your potential and build a career that matters with Tamworth Regional Council.

 THE TRAINEESHIP OPPORTUNITY - Trainee Operator - Water Operations

• Receive mentoring from experienced industry professionals!
• Undertake hands on experience & complete a nationally recognised qualification - full training provided!
• Build a long-term career with ongoing development opportunities!

This traineeship is for the term of two (2) years commencing 2026. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to gain valuable experience while completing a Certificate III in Water Industry Operations, through employment & structured training.

Working alongside experienced operators, you'll develop the skills and knowledge needed to operate and maintain Council's water and wastewater treatment facilities.

 WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING DAY TO DAY

As a trainee, you'll receive practical on the job training, working both indoors & outdoors, learning to:

• Assist with operation and maintenance of council water and wastewater facilities & infrastructure
• Safely operate plant and equipment
• Monitor, inspect and report on water and wastewater functions 
• Work safely and effectively as part of a specialised team
• Complete Certificate III studies and other industry training

TO BE SUCCESSFUL IN THIS ROLE YOU WILL NEED

• To be eligible and willing to undertake a Traineeship towards attaining a Certificate III in Water Industry Operations 
• A Current Driver Licence (P1 & P2 manual licence is acceptable) 
• High attention to detail
• Good results and/or ability in Mathematics, Science, Design & Technology and/or Industrial Technology
• A genuine interest in building a career in the water industry
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• The ability to follow instruction and work collaboratively
• Solid literacy and numeracy skill to support further study

ABOUT YOU

We are looking for a dedicated and reliable team player who is keen to learn on the job and through their course work while growing their skillset. If you're motivated, enjoy practical work & are ready to start a rewarding career in an industry that makes a difference every day, we want to hear from you!

WHAT WE OFFER

A TRC traineeship offers more than just a qualification - it provides the opportunity to build a meaningful career delivering an essential service to your community. 

As a valued member of the team, you will have the opportunity to learn new skills in a supportive environment and grow in knowledge & ability with both formal & informal training. 

INTERESTED? WE LOOK FORWARD TO MEETING YOU!

For a confidential discussion, please contact Russell Lyne on 0435 537 051

Please refer to the Position Description for the entire scope of essential and desirable criteria.

Salary: Grade T4 –T8 - $860.50 - $1,169.90 per week plus superannuation. Salary may be negotiated based on skills, experience and your value to our organisation.

Shortlisted applicants will be required to undertake a Pre-employment Medical Screening including Alcohol & Other Drugs Testing. 

 Appy now! Applications Close: 11.59pm Tuesday 28 July 2026

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WHY IS IT ‘WORTH’ WORKING AT TAMWORTH REGIONAL COUNCIL?

For your LIFESTYLE: More time in your day with flexibility for your passions, family or play! It's Worth It - Lifestyle

For our COMMUNITY: Help create Tamworth tomorrow, leave your mark on our city. It's Worth It - Community

For your CAREER: Boost your career, the sky is the limit. It's Worth It - Career

For BELONGING: Join a family that values team spirit and genuinely cares about your wellbeing. It's Worth It - Belonging

Our values guide our culture, shape how we work, and define what we stand for as an organisation – watch now to discover if you’re aligned with what drives us - Tamworth Regional Council - Our Values

A GREAT PLACE TO LIVE AND WORK!

Tamworth Regional Council proudly sits on Kamilaroi Country, the traditional lands of the Gomeroi people, with a large diverse workplace culture with over 650 employees who are proud to service our community.

The Tamworth region is home to over 60,000 people and is a thriving economic and cultural hub in the North West of NSW. Our recently adopted plan for the future of the region, ‘Blueprint 100’, drives strategic vision for growth as a region, as we plan for how the city and the region will sustainably accommodate a population of 100,000 people.

Our people strive to build a great organisational culture fostering our shared values of Teamwork, Equity, Accountability, Customer Orientation and Health and Safety whilst embracing the drive for excellence, innovation and respect.

ABOUT OUR REGION

The Tamworth Regional is a fabulous place to call home boasting the vibrant regional city of Tamworth along with the towns of Manilla, Barraba, Nundle and Kootingal as well as 17 hamlets, villages and rural areas. Located just 4 hours’ drive (or a direct flight) to bustling Sydney and multiple coastal locations within 3-4 hours’ drive, Tamworth is a central hub and a place to enjoy all year round.

Tamworth offers an enviable lifestyle with all the conveniences and services you’d expect from a larger city, coupled with a relaxed pace of life with opportunities to enjoy all that nature has to offer, along with being a great place to raise children, make long term friends and create a professional career.

As the capital of the North West region, Tamworth is home to major health and education centres, affordable housing options to suit all lifestyles, attractive employment and business opportunities with a robust and innovative local economy. In addition, the Tamworth region boasts a proud sporting culture with world class facilities and a supporting community of clubs.

Tamworth Regional Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer committed to supporting a diverse, respectful, safe and inclusive workplace. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and ages including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, LGBTIQA+, people with disabilities and other diversity groups. If you require additional support or any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know during the application process.

Council is committed to promoting the care, protection and safeguarding of children. To learn more about our Commitment to Child Safety Statement and screening processes, click the link below.

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