Laboratory Assistant Sampler Trainee
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Job Location:
Hervey Bay - Australia
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Laboratory Assistant / Sampler Trainee
Water & Waste Services
Temporary Full Time (2 years from appointment)
Hervey Bay
% of Stream A Level 1 - $42343 OR minimum wage if over 21
- 9-day fortnight
- 4% salary increase effective 20 April 2026 (EB Agreement)
At Fraser Coast Regional Council our people are our most important asset and central to achieving our purpose of Building Better Communities Together.
What we are looking for:
Were seeking a motivated and reliable trainee who is keen to learn and develop practical skills in laboratory and field sampling. This entrylevel role is ideal for school leavers or job seekers looking to start a career in scientific or water industry services while gaining real workplace experience.
Youll work under supervision and be supported to build your skills in a safe structured environment.
Funding Eligibility Criteria:
To be eligible applicants must meet at least one of the following criteria:
- Youth aged 15-24 years
- Aboriginal or Torres Strait Island people
- Mature-age job seekers (45 years or older)
- Non English Speaking Background
- People with a disability.
Please click here to view a full position description.
Please click here to view the First Start Funding Guidelines
What your day will look like:
- Assisting with routine water wastewater and environmental sampling
- Supporting basic field testing and measurement activities
- Preparing sampling bottles equipment and materials
- Helping with general laboratory housekeeping and basic equipment checks
- Completing simple data entry and sampling worksheets
- Assisting with stock control of routine chemicals and consumables
- Working as part of a team and learning new skills every day.
What youll need for success:
- General Construction Induction Card (White Card) or willingness to obtain
- Ability to follow instructions and work safely under supervision
- Willingness to learn laboratory and sampling procedures
- Good communication skills and a positive attitude
- Ability to work both outdoors and in a laboratory environment
- Basic computer skills for data entry and record keeping
- Ability to swim 25 metres (subject to practical assessment).
Whats nice to have:
- Interest in science water quality or environmental work
- Previous exposure to outdoor laboratory or manual work environments
- A strong team focus and willingness to develop workplace skills.
Benefits of Working with Council
Committed to providing quality services to our community we strongly support an inclusive and values driven culture recognising your individual skills knowledge and talent. As part of this we have implemented our Leadership Development Program Boss to Coach.
We also create innovative solutions to labour shortages through our TEMPO program which has been recognised by our HR peers nationally in 2022 as well as winning the LGMA 2023 Excellence in Innovation award. Click here to review our Employee Value Proposition.
What we Offer:
- Values based culture
- Employee discount shopping program
- Professional development
- Flexible working arrangements including work from home
- Study assistance program
- Novated leasing
- 24/7 access to Employee Assistance Program
- Paid maternity and paternity leave
- Paid emergency services leave
- Uniform subsidy
- Years of service rewards
Apply now:
Applications close 11pm on Monday 13 April 2026
A cover letter outlining your suitability for the role and a current resume is required.
For further details please contact Neisha Lethborg (Principal Laboratory Technologist) at or on.
Fraser Coast Regional Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
Required Experience:
Intern
