Trainee Treatment Plant Operator

Trainee Treatment Plant Operator

• Fixed Term (24 Months) Full Time
• Monday to Friday, 76 hours per fortnight, 9 day fortnight
• Order – Apprentices and Trainees Wages and Conditions
• Location – Rockhampton 

Your new role

Fitzroy River Water has an exciting opportunity for a motivated individual to join their team as a Treatment Plant Operator Trainee to study towards a Certificate III in Water Industry Treatment which has a 24-month nominal study term.

With hands-on mentoring from qualified staff, you will learn how to monitor and analyse water and/or sewage treatment plant processes and the status of other key water and sewerage system assets.

Council is committed to providing progression opportunities during the traineeship. This progression is based on the trainee’s completion of required modules and development of practical skills within the required timeframe.

This position requires the completion of a satisfactory Criminal History Check - Police Certificate (Australia Wide Name Only Police Check).

What we are looking for

• A genuine interest in water treatment or plant operations, with a willingness to complete a Certificate III in Water Industry Treatment
• A strong safety mindset and commitment to following procedures and regulatory requirements
• A reliable team player with a positive attitude who communicates well and contributes to a supportive work environment
• The ability to learn new skills, follow instructions, and manage tasks effectively in a
• A current C Class driver’s licence and the flexibility to work across indoor and outdoor environments 

To be eligible for this role, applicants must be:

• Aged 16 years or older and no longer at school.
• Able to meet citizen, residency and visa requirements to undertake a traineeship.
• C Class Driver Licence

Rockhampton Regional Council Traineeship & Apprenticeship opportunities are made available with the assistance of government funding. These positions are subject to further eligibility requirements. Applicants must meet one of the following identified groups (you can meet more than one requirement):

• Young people (aged 15 – 24 years)
• People with disability
• Long-term unemployed job seekers
• Displaced workers
• Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people
• Women re-entering the workforce
• Mature-age job seekers (45 years or older)
• Veterans and ex-ADF personnel and their families
• Migrants and refugees from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds

Benefits of joining Rockhampton Regional Council

• Supportive working environment with on the job mentoring
• A large employer with a strong value driven culture
• Supportive Work/Life Balance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Fitness Passport and active social clubs

What you need to do next

To apply for this opportunity, please submit two documents:

1.   A 1-2 page Cover Letter addressing the Application Criteria below;
2. Your Current resume.

Application Criteria

• Your interest in the Water and Sewerage industry and why you’re the most suitable candidate for the traineeship.
• Please tell us about your skills, work experience and/or volunteer work that may be relevant to the role.

Please use Council’s  and ensure you clearly label each Application Criteria in your cover letter.

Click the ‘Apply’ button to complete your online application.

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Applications Close: Monday 31 August 2026 at Midnight (AEST)

All employees are encouraged to apply