Overview
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Thrive in a dynamic role as you shape WA's water future. At Water Corporation you'll have the chance to develop your career while knowing your work is making a meaningful contribution to your community. Are you looking for a career-entry opportunity? Do you enjoy working outdoors? Want to earn while you learn with a nationally recognised qualification (paid for by us)? Looking for a manager who will support, guide, and mentor you every step of the way? If you answered yes, this could be the perfect opportunity for you
Water Corporation employs around 4,000 bold and innovative employees across Western Australia to benefit the lives of our communities and environment.
About The Role
As a Trainee Water Operator, you'll gain hands-on experience working across Surface Water and Ground Water Operations sites, catchment areas, and treatment facilities throughout the Perth Metropolitan region. You'll be supported to complete your Certificate II and III in Water Industry Operations—a nationally recognised qualification.
You'll be part of a supportive team of experienced Treatment Operators and Managers—many of whom have been with the company for years. You'll learn from the best in the industry.
Your Role Will Include
* Operating, monitoring, and maintaining chemical and water treatment processes
* Inspecting and maintaining dam structures, outlet works, bore fields, and conveyance systems
* Conducting catchment surveillance to ensure compliance with business management systems
Qualifications and Eligibility
* Live in the Perth Metropolitan area and be willing to travel to various operational sites
* Hold a WA C Class Driver's Licence
* Have completed Year 11 or 12, ideally with strengths in Maths and/or Science
* Demonstrate a strong commitment to safety in everything you do
Benefits and Diversity
* Real flexibility with options to work from home, 9-day fortnight, flexible work hours
* Two well-being days each year
* Access to long service leave pro rata after 3 years of service
* Generous co-contribution superannuation up to 16% (12% standard employer contribution plus 2% employer match)
* Purchase additional leave up to 12 weeks or work 4 years at a reduced salary with paid leave for the fifth year
* Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural and ceremonial leave of up to 5 days
Salary and Traineeship The 3-year traineeship commences North of the River, offering a competitive salary of $80,386, plus 12% Super and a range of employee benefits.
Application Process
Sound like a match? Apply today. Please submit a covering letter and resume that best demonstrates your skills and ability to meet the role requirements. As part of the recruitment process you may be required to complete pre-employment screening including a medical, qualification check, police clearance and Australian working rights check.
Applications close Monday 13th October 2025.
Equal Opportunity and Inclusion
This position is advertised under Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984. We are seeking to increase the diversity of our workforce to better meet the differing needs of our customers and to improve equal opportunity outcomes for our employees. Aboriginal Australians are encouraged to apply.
Our Commitment To a Diverse And Inclusive Workplace: Diversity and inclusion guide us in building a thriving workforce that reflects the diversity of our customers and our community. We encourage applications from every background, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, women, youth, LGBTQIA+ folks and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. We are committed to ensuring an accessible and inclusive work environment to enable people with disability to participate fully in all aspects of employment. Applicants with disability who require adjustments or alternative methods of communication can contact a Recruitment Officer at or .
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