Programmed in partnership with Santos, are offering traineeships to commence in February 2027. This could be your chance to start an exciting and rewarding career in Process Plant Operations.

This traineeship is designed to provide you with a comprehensive practical and theoretical training base that enables you to develop the necessary hydrocarbon skills to work in the oil and gas industry. This traineeship also focuses on developing your safety which is high priority in this work environment.

Tasks

Throughout The Traineeship, You Will Learn How To Monitor And Maintain Production Processes By Using Sophisticated Computerised Control Equipment To Perform The Following Tasks

Controlling production processes and product qualityOperating equipment and controlling flowsDealing with production upsets and equipment malfunctionsOperating valves, pumps and equipmentMonitoring flows, temperatures and pressuresTaking hydrocarbon samples and checking levelsAnalysing samplesPerforming product tests and analysisAssist in the ship tie-up and loading processesAssisting planning of equipment maintenance and plant shutdownAdministering permit to workEmergency response trainingAnalysing hydrocarbon samplesIdentifying any possible production problems

Duration And Training Requirements

This traineeship has a 24-month nominal term. Your theory training will take place at Central Queensland University in Gladstone.

Qualification





On successful completion of your traineeship, you will possess Certificate III in Process Plant Operations.

Prerequisites

In order to be considered a potential candidate for a Process traineeship with Programmed, you will have:

Completed secondary schooling to a year 12 level or hold a trade certificate or tertiary qualifications.A current 'C' class driver's licence.The ability to pass a pre-employment medical and attend regular drug and alcohol screensYou will possess a genuine interest and motivation to pursue a career as a Process Technician in the oil and gas Industry.

To find out more visit programmed.com.au/nettsqld

Applications close on Monday 3rd August 2026

Who We Are

As one of Australia's largest employers, we work with great companies all around Australia and New Zealand to give you the best opportunities to work when and where you want to.

At Programmed, we are committed to creating a secure and inclusive environment which values and respects diverse styles, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.

We welcome and encourage women, people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent and people from diverse backgrounds to apply.

So it's over to you. If you would like to join our team, APPLY now.

To learn more about working with Programmed, we encourage you to visit our website.

📌 Process Plant Operator Traineeship Intake - Gladstone QLD (Gladstone Central)
🏢 Programmed
📍 Gladstone Central