Apprentice Plant Operators

Apprentice Plant Operator (2 positions available!)

Location: Nyngan, NSW
Employment Type: Full-time, 38 hours per week (9 day fortnights)
Application Deadline: Tuesday 18 November 2025 at 4:30pm

Are you ready to launch a hands-on career in civil construction and plant operations? Whether you’re a recent school leaver, exploring a career change, or keen to build new skills, this is your opportunity to earn while you learn.

As an Apprentice Plant Operator with Bogan Shire Council, you’ll gain practical experience while completing a nationally recognised qualification, helping maintain and build essential infrastructure across our region.

Why Choose Bogan Shire Council?

At Bogan Shire Council, we take pride in our community and our people. You'll enjoy:

• The Ultimate Work Flexibility: Forget the standard work week. You’ll work 9 days a fortnight, giving you a Rostered Day Off (RDO) every second week. That's 26 extra days off per year to spend on hobbies, appointments, or simply relaxing!
  
  
• Generous Leave & Time Off: Have the time you need to rest, recharge, and take care of what matters.
  • 4 Weeks Annual Leave: A full 20 working days of paid holiday each year.
  • Excellent Sick & Carer's Leave: Comprehensive access to paid leave for when you are unwell, or tending to loved ones who are unwell.
  • Access to Other Leave: Including Parental Leave, Bereavement Leave, Long Service Leave, Health and Wellbeing Leave, and more!
    
    
• Zero Study Debt: We cover 100% of your course fees, materials, travel, and accommodation for your Certificate III in Civil Construction Plant Operations. You focus on learning; we'll handle the costs.
  
  
• Tools of the Trade: Get hands-on experience maintaining and building essential local infrastructure (roads, drainage, flood works) that directly benefits your community.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working outdoors, wants to learn a trade, and is looking for a stable, rewarding career path. No prior experience is required, just a positive attitude and a willingness to learn.

Whether you’re starting out or starting fresh, we’ll support you every step of the way.

What You'll Be Doing (Your Apprenticeship Journey)

You will work alongside experienced operators, learning the ropes and contributing directly to major civil works across the Bogan Shire region. Your apprenticeship includes:

• Hands-On: Operating and assisting with the maintenance of a variety of plant and equipment (under supervision).
• Building Infrastructure: Supporting critical road, drainage, and flood mitigation construction projects.
• Safety First: Upholding our high safety standards and contributing to a tidy, efficient worksite.
• Learning: You will travel to Dubbo for study blocks at TAFE to undertake your studies and work towards your Certificate III in Civil Construction Plant Operations.

 Please click here to view the full position description.

Salary and Benefits

• Full-time 3 year contract 
• Salary Range: Apprenticeship rates ($482 - $1,230.40) based on age and previous qualifications
• All fees relating to study enrolment and course materials paid by Council
• Travel and accommodation related expenses paid by Council as per Council policy
• 12% superannuation
• Generous leave entitlements (including 4 weeks' annual leave, access to sick and carer's leave, and more)
• Rostered days off
• Ongoing training and career development opportunities
• Council-provided uniform for daily duties

Are You a Good Fit?

We’re looking for candidates with drive and enthusiasm more than prior experience! If you possess the following, we want to hear from you:

• A genuine interest in plant operations and civil construction
• Motivation to learn and complete a Certificate III in Civil Construction Plant Operations
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently and contribute positively to a team
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Basic computer skills (email, internet, Microsoft Office)
• Completion of Year 10 or equivalent (NSW RoSA)
• Ability to obtain a White Card within 1 month of appointment
• Current manual Class C, P1 or P2 driver licence (or ability to obtain within 3 months)
• Australian residency or valid work visa

Bonus points if you also have:

• Current First Aid Certificate
• White Card

How to Apply

To submit your application, please complete the form below. You will be asked to:

• Respond to questions addressing the essential criteria outlined in the Position Description
• Upload a cover letter and resume, including contact details for two referees

Please note: once you begin your application, you will not be able to save and return to it later. We recommend allowing sufficient time to complete all sections and ensuring you have digital copies of your documents ready to upload.

If you have any questions about the position or the application process, please contact the People and Community Department on (02) 6835 9000.

Bogan Shire Council is an equal opportunity employer. All appointments are made on merit to ensure the most suitable candidate is selected for the role.