Inverell Shire Council

Trainee Water Services

Applications are invited for the position of Trainee Water Services, based at Council's Inverell Works Centre.  The successful applicant shall be an operative responsible for assisting with the carrying out of the maintenance program and repair works associated with the operation of the water distribution systems.

Benefits of working with Inverell Shire Council:

• Join a team of industry professionals and gain experience in the field of water infrastructure.
• Council regularly funds and organises training for staff, such as Enter and Work in Confined Spaces, Work Safely at Heights, Traffic Controller, as well as industry-specific training such as Working with chlorine gas. Gain skills and accreditations while you work!
• Competitive Award, with generous leave entitlements, and Long Service Leave after only five years!

 Applicants should address the following Selection Criteria:

 Essential

Qualifications

• NSW Higher School Certificate or equivalent;
• NSW Class C Drivers Licence;
• SafeWork NSW General Construction Induction card ('White Card'); and
• Capacity to enrol in and complete a Certificate III in Water Industry Operations.

Employment will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the Local Government (State) Award 2023.  The classification for the position will be up to Operational Band 1, Level 1, T6 to T10.  Salary will be in accordance with qualifications and experience, and will be in a range from $993.20 to $1,194.60 gross per week.  

Enquiries in relation to the nature of the position may be made by speaking directly with Council’s Manager Water Services, Matthew Mepham on 02 6728 8200.

Please submit your application online; please go to the Council Employment Section at www.inverell.nsw.gov.au. Letters of application submitted online are to be addressed to the General Manager, and will close on Friday, 28 February 2025 at 4:30pm.  Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides a smoke free work environment.

Brett McInnes
General Manager
Inverell Shire Council