Abou t us The beautiful Eurobodalla Shire is located on Yuin Country on the far south coast of NSW and offers an enviable coastal lifestyle with easy access to Canberra and Sydney.
From our beaches to our bushlands, rivers and mountains, the Eurobodalla is a place of inclusive communities embracing sustainable lifestyles.
With 143km of coastline, 83 beaches, 20 lakes and four major river systems, Eurobodalla is known as the land of many waters.
Over three-quarters of our land area is open space, consisting of 10 national parks and 15 state forests.
Over 40,000 people call the Eurobodalla Shire home, and we attract over 1.2 million visitors every year.
About the role Kick-start the new year with a traineeship where you will learn on the job, study and earn an income, all while working towards obtaining a nationally accredited qualification.
We have four Trainee Water Industry Operations (2 Year Duration) positions available based from one of Council's Sewage Treatment Plants in either Batemans Bay, Moruya or Narooma.
In the Trainee Water Industry Operations role, you will gain skills, experience and qualifications in water and sewer operations by assisting with the construction, operation and maintenance of water infrastructure and sewage systems that provide quality services to the community.
Your education will take place through study with a Registered Training Organisation as well as on-the-job training for a two-year period, where you will develop practical skills and complete a Certificate III in Water Industry Operations, providing you with a diverse understanding of these essential processes.
What we offer We promote equal access to opportunities and pride ourselves on creating a safe and engaging working environment that fosters wellbeing.
We are dedicated to looking after our staff, knowing our people are our biggest asset, to ensure we are best placed to look after our community.
Culture and benefits Work/life balance through a range of flexible work options.
35 hours per week for administrative staff and 38 hours per week for operational staff.
Health and wellbeing initiatives including access to free counselling through our Employee Assistance Program, Uprise Wellbeing App, Fitness Passport, Social Club, flu vaccinations and skin checks.
Up to 3 days leave to cover Council closure at end of year period.
9 weeks Council provided paid maternity leave (conditional).
Generous leave provisions including Long Service Leave after 5 years of continuous service, study leave and 3 weeks sick leave annually.
Annual Award increases, performance reviews and a rewards and recognition program.
Salary packaging program.
Please read the Information Package for full details.
If you have any further questions about the role, please contact Kai Attree on 02 4474 1069.
To apply for this position , please complete the form below or go to the Eurobodalla Shire Council Vacant Positions website pageif you found this vacancy via a job search website.
Applications close: 11:00pm Sunday 24 November 2024.
Confirmation of personal identity and working rights: As part of the recruitment process, should you be successful in obtaining an interview, you will be required to bring with you an original Government issued photo ID for the interview Panel to sight.
Should you then move to the next stage of the recruitment process after interview, you will be required to produce documentation that proves your working rights in Australia, such as a passport, birth certificate, driver's licence, proof of permanent residency or temporary VISA grant notice.
Please note there is no ability to save your application partway through.
Please ensure you have enough time to complete your application prior to starting, by considering and preparing your answers to the selection criteria questions shown below in advance .
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