About the traineeshipAre you ready to kickstart your career in the water operations industry where you can earn while you learn?We currently have four incredible opportunities to join our Water & Sewer team in a two-year traineeship where you’ll gain valuable skills and hands on experience while being fully supported throughout your study in obtaining a Certificate III in Water Industry Operations.What you will be doing During your traineeship, you will have the opportunity to:Gain a nationally recognised qualification in Water Industry Operations.Rotate across our four teams being water treatment, sewer treatment, water maintenance and water construction, gaining experience in all areas.Monitor and maintain operations in water and sewer treatment plants.Provide support in a range of water and sewer rehabilitation, construction and maintenance projects.Conduct water and sewer testing, record results, and take necessary actions based on findings.Utilise a variety of equipment and tools including hand and power tools. About you To be successful in a trainee role, you will need:The ability to problem solve and take initiative with a positive can-doExperience being an active and effective member of a team (school, sport, work).Demonstrated willingness to learn and develop new skills and knowledge.Ongoing commitment to maintaining a safe working environment and follow instructions. Commitment to the full term of the traineeship and study requirements.Commitment to upholding our organisational values.Proficiency in Mathematics and Science.Current Drivers Licence (P1 or above, or commitment to obtaining).WHS General Construction Induction (White Card).A genuine interest in building a career in the water industry. About UsKempsey Shire Council is located on the Mid North Coast of New South Wales and is known for its genuine hospitality, pristine beaches, sub-tropical rainforests, mountain ranges, rock river gorges, sprawling farmland and peaceful villages.We have around 365 dedicated staff across many sites who manage $1.1 billion worth of assets and lead and work with our community to build an inspired, connected Macleay Valley.With a huge range of roles on offer, we look for people who’ll put Kempsey Shire at the heart of all they do and champion our values of passion, integrity, innovation, communication, respect and collaboration.We are a progressive and proactive dynamic organisation that prides itself on a respectful and supportive workplace. Benefits of working for Kempsey Shire CouncilIf successful in attaining a traineeship, you will be provided with:Temporary full-time position, 38 hours per week.Rostered Day Off (RDO) every second Friday.Weekly salary of $384 - $780 (dependent on number of years out of school and highest level of schooling completed) plus 11% super.A supportive environment to complete your studies.Discounted membership to a range of gym and pool facilities.Employee health and wellbeing programs.Learning and development programs.For further information regarding this role please contact John Nelson on 02 6566 3200. Interested in applying?Please apply via Council’s webpage http://careers.kempsey.nsw.gov.au/ or through Seek. Emailed or posted applications will not be considered.Please read the Position Description by clicking on the link at the bottom of Council’s webpage. It is important to read this carefully to understand what the job involves.We understand that no candidate will meet every single desired qualification or skill. If your experience looks a little different from what we’ve identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we’d love to learn more about you!If this sounds like you, click the Apply button below (or the Apply for this job button in Seek), complete the application form and provide the following information:A short statement (maximum 2 pages) on how your experience, abilities, knowledge and personal qualities would enable you to achieve the key accountabilities of the role (as listed in the Position Description).Your current resume which details your work experience and any other information that is relevant to this role as well as the contact details for two work related referees from a supervisor or Manager.We recommend you use Microsoft Edge or Google Chrome to submit your application.Hiring TimelineApplications for these positions will close on Sunday, 10 September 2023 at 4pm. After this date, the recruitment process will include: Trainee Selection Centre for shortlisted candidates on 18 September 2023 (compulsory) .Pre-Employment Medical and Hearing Assessments October 2023.Employment commences January 2024.These dates are not flexible.Our recruitment notification process is primarily via system generated emails. Please ensure your email is correct before submitting your application to avoid missing crucial updates and outcomes. Email notifications may include application confirmation, interview invitations, request for references, and application outcomes. Please check your email regularly, including your junk email.If you experience any difficulties applying online, please contact the Recruitment team on 02 6566 3200 or email jobs@kempsey.nsw.gov.auThank you and good luck with your application.Kempsey Shire Council are an equal opportunity employer and we celebrate our diverse, inclusive and values-led workforce.Kempsey Shire Council welcomes and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with diverse culture and linguistic backgrounds and people with a disability.In addition, Kempsey Shire Council will provide reasonable adjustments for suitably qualified individuals with disabilities.If you require additional assistance to participate in the recruitment process, please discuss with the advertised contact person. You can ask for reasonable adjustments to be made at any time during the recruitment process.Position Description
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West Kempsey
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