Trainee Water & Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator - Guyra

Let’s start with the important stuff. This role includes:

• A great opportunity for you to study your Certificate III in Water Industry Operations 
• Salary in line with Local Government (State) Award
• Flexible working provisions and a 9-day fortnight
• Generous leave entitlements.

Based in Guyra, this full-time role offers hands-on experience in the operation and maintenance of water and wastewater treatment facilities, including service reservoirs, pump stations, and reticulation systems. You’ll be part of a supportive team committed to delivering high-quality water services to the community, while working towards a Certificate III in Water Industry Operations and a Fluoridation of Public Water Supplies Certificate.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone passionate about learning and making a difference in their community. You’ll assist with water sampling and testing, infrastructure maintenance, and data recording, all while gaining valuable skills in a dynamic and essential field. If you’re motivated, safety-conscious, and ready to grow in a professional environment, we’d love to hear from you.

About You

You are a highly motivated individual with excellent communication skills. With a keen interest in the water industry, you are always eager to expand your knowledge and skills. Your strong work ethic, ability to learn quickly and listen effectively allows you to adapt to new challenges and contribute meaningfully to any team.

At Council, we believe in looking out for each other and the community we serve. Whether you're out in the field or helping customers face-to-face, our values—wellbeing, inclusion, commitment, and transparency—guide everything we do.

We’re looking for people who bring a positive attitude, take pride in their work, and support their teammates to do the same.

If you care about doing a good job and making a real difference every day, we’d love to have you on the team.

Want to help shape a better future for your community and work with a great bunch of people? Come join the Water and Wastewater team – find out how below!

In your application, tell us about…

• Why do you want to work at Armidale Regional Council?
• What makes you the best person for the role?
• Your qualifications and experience relevant to the role.

Please include a covering letter and a CV. We also want you to upload a video of yourself (no longer than 3 minutes*) answering the following:

• Briefly introduce yourself,
• Tell us about something you have done that you are really proud of, and tell us
• Why would you like a career in water and wastewater treatment?

*Please note only .mov, .mp4, .wmv, and and avi. files are accepted with a size limit of 50mb.

Please note:

• Only the five (3 written, 2 video) questions need to be addressed in your application, however your resume and cover letter will be assessed against the full list of Essential Criteria located within the Position Description attached to this advertisement.
• You will also be required to attach PDF copies of your qualifications, tickets &/or accreditations to your application.

Are you ready to be part of reviving the region and join the Water and Wastewater team?

• If you would like further information on the role, please contact Mick Purvis, Supervisor Water/Wastewater on 0499 976 890 for a confidential discussion.
• Armidale Regional Council is an inclusive employer that does not discriminate based on race, religion, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, or marital, veteran, or disability status.
• Council recognises the unique skills and attributes demonstrated by service personnel in their service to our country and applications from ex-service personnel are welcome. All applicants who are veterans will be provided with specific feedback on their application if they are unsuccessful. The Local Government Rank to Grade Guide was developed to help both hiring managers and veterans understand how ADF skills and experience align with public sector jobs. You can use this guide as a tool to help you identify where your skills and qualifications align you to. For further information, and to access this guide, please click Here.

Applications close 11.30pm, Sunday 17 August 2025