Women in STEM - Water Operations Traineeship (based in Narrabri, Deniliquin, Wallerawang)
Ready to make a splash in your career?
WaterNSW is currently hiring for a Water Operations Trainee to join our Regional Operations team.
We have 3 x positions available across Narrabri, Deniliquin, and Wallerawang.
This is an opportunity to work with an essential organisation creating a more sustainable future for the state.
This opportunity is open to women only applicants in pursuit of a 50% workforce participation rate for STEM and operational roles and is in line with the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 (NSW).
Why WaterNSW:
We believe that our employees should be as well taken care of as our rivers, dams, and pipelines, that’s why we offer:.
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A supportive and inclusive work culture that embraces diversity, cultural understanding and values.
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We are proud to be a WORK180 Endorsed Employer and are committed to providing equal opportunities for women. Visit ourWORK180 page to access our benefits and career development opportunities.
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No matter how or where you work, safety is the number one priority. This means the physical and mental safety of you, your colleagues, and the public.
What you’ll do:
You will complete a Certificate III in Water Industry Operations qualification over 24 months through a combination of formal training with a Registered Training Organisation (RTO) and practical on-the-job experience with Zeal Futures and the Host Employer (WaterNSW).
This traineeship is your gateway to completing a nationally recognized qualification while gaining invaluable hands-on experience across diverse areas of Water Industry Operations.
A Day In the Life as a WaterOperations Trainee will include:
Your day kicks off with a safety-focused toolbox talk before joining the team to tackle hands-on tasks. Gain exposure to key systems, participate in workshops for further qualifications, and end the day reflecting on your experiences, asking questions, and gaining insights from supervisors and teammates. Check out a short video to see what a day in the life looks like - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gn9FhCJ_Hew
Throughout the day, you’ll:
- Perform routine equipment checks and assist with repairs.
- Help install water mains junctions for properties.
- Gain experience in trenching, piping, and water supply systems.
- Monitor water quality, filtration, and chemical processes.
- Shadow operators during water testing and maintenance.
- Learn about wastewater treatment and environmental standards.
- Build skills in sustainable water management.
The Ideal Trainee
We’re looking for motivated individuals with the following qualities and skills:
- A willingness to learn, coupled with honesty and reliability.
- Basic computer literacy and written communication skills.
- Physical fitness and confidence in swimming.
- The ability to follow instructions and adhere to workplace safety procedures.
- A proactive mindset, ready to tackle challenges with a positive attitude.
- Flexibility to travel to dams, filtration sites, and other operational locations as needed.
To Be Successful, You Will Need:
- Women In STEM Targeted opportunity: Applicants must identify as Women only.
- A valid White Card or willingness to obtain
- Driver’s Licence P1 or above
- The ability to meet pre-employment requirements, including a medical which involves a Fitness Functional Assessment and Drug and Alcohol screening, occupational vaccinations, and a police check.
WaterNSW operates the state’s dams, capturing and storing water, and then supplying it ready for distribution – for the environment, agriculture, industry and the community. With 41 major dams and hundreds of waterways across the state, we play a vital role at the source of the state’s water, delivering two thirds of all water used in NSW.
We’re the people taking care of the state’s water at the source – capturing, storing, delivering. Find out more at waternsw.com.au
How to apply?
To apply for this role, complete the application form (available at the bottom of the page).
For more information, please reach out to: Talent Acquisition Partner - Azmine Amer at azmine.amer@waternsw.com.au
Please note applications for this position will close on 05 February 2025.
Click for Position Description - Please note this can only be accessed on the WaterNSW Careers Page.
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Anti Discrimination Act 1977
Under the provisions of section 126 of the Anti Discrimination Act 1977 (NSW), an exemption is given from sections 8, 25, 51 of the Anti Discrimination Act 1977 (NSW) to Water NSW to advertise designate and recruit positions for:
- Women only in pursuit of a 50% workforce participation rate, including for STEM and operational roles.