• Position commences late January 2026
• Highly sought-after Traineeship with long term career opportunities
• Develop a career with a leading employer
• Applicants must currently reside in the Western Downs region

The Opportunity

In partnership with Origin Energy, we are currently recruiting for a number of traineeship positions. We are searching for the next generation of trainees in the Western Downs who are looking to build a career with a major local employer.

In this traineeship, you will work towards completion of a PMA30120 Certificate III in Process Plant Operations over two years.

As a Wellsite Operations Trainee, you will work varying rosters depending on the requirements of your team and will work a 76-hour fortnight. Your on-the-job training will involve being mentored by industry specialists working in the field as well as being given exposure to working in a process plant throughout your traineeship.  

Duties will include monitoring wells and gathering systems, operating and monitoring valve systems, separator, and fluid flow equipment and maintaining a high level focus on safety and the environment while following Origin’s safety processes and procedures.

About You

We are seeking motivated, hardworking individuals who are dedicated to building a career in the industry. You will be able to work autonomously. 

Your dedication to safety will be paramount in your success with this role, and an understanding of risks associated with working in a hydrocarbon environment is essential.

Applicants who have previously completed qualifications or are currently in training within Mechanical or Electrical trades and are willing to cross-skill to this traineeship will be highly regarded.

To be successful in this position, we’re looking for candidates with the following attributes:

• Completed your schooling to at least a Year 10/12 certificate or equivalent
• Strong attention to detail and an investigative mind – you can identify how the smallest things impact the bigger picture
• Willing to work in different environments and physically challenging conditions (e.g. outdoors, in varied weather)
• Complete tasks to the highest quality following instructions of supervising tradespeople
• Work collaboratively in designated teams
• Commit to the completion of the qualification, submit assessments as required and attend all allocated shifts
• Ability to confidently communicate in an effective manner
• You are ready to learn and develop strong health, safety and environment values and principles, while also committing to personal learning and development
• You have reliable transport to and from work and hold a current manual driver’s licence with P Plate minimum

Our Client

Origin Energy is a leading Australian integrated energy company with interests in energy retailing, power generation and natural gas production.

Origin is upstream operator of Australia Pacific LNG, which supplies natural gas to domestic markets and exports LNG under long term contracts.

Apply Now

Please complete the online application form, attach a copy of your resume and a cover letter outlining your suitability for the position.

MIGAS is an equal opportunity employer and actively advocate for local Indigenous Australians and women in trades.  Please note that above Award wages apply for this position.

At MIGAS Apprentices & Trainees we are driven by a single purpose – to champion Australia’s skilled trade sector by connecting future apprentices and trainees with the right job.