Supply Chain Trainee

About the opportunity

This traineeship is based at Tarong Power Station in the South Burnett and offers a practical start to a career in supply chain operations within the electricity generation sector. Over a two-year program, the successful candidate will work alongside experienced mentors, gain exposure across warehouse, inventory, and purchasing functions, and complete a Certificate III in Supply Chain Operations. The role provides a genuine opportunity to build skills, earn while you learn, and become part of an established organisation with a strong presence in Queensland.

What you will do

• Gain practical experience while studying toward a relevant TAFE qualification as part of the traineeship.
• Support supply chain activity in an operational power station environment alongside experienced team members.
• Rotate through warehouse, inventory, and purchasing areas to develop a well-rounded understanding of the supply chain function.
• Contribute to small improvement projects during each rotation and help make a visible impact on the business.
• Handle day-to-day warehouse work, including receipting, dispatch, safety, housekeeping, and compliance tasks.
• Assist with inventory forecasting, demand tracking, catalogue management, and stock control.
• Support purchasing activities such as creating and processing purchase orders, working with suppliers, engaging internal stakeholders, and following procurement governance.
• Receive and check delivered goods, confirm their condition, and communicate stock and equipment needs with site teams.
• Carry out routine tasks in company systems and maintain a safe, organised warehouse area.

About you

• You should have a genuine commitment to completing the full two-year traineeship and the associated qualification.
• Year 12 completion, or an equivalent level of study, is preferred before the program begins.
• You need to communicate clearly, ask questions when needed, and listen carefully to instructions.
• A driver’s licence by commencement in February 2027 is highly desirable.

Benefits and work environment

• Weekly pay, employer superannuation at 12.75%, and an annual incentive.
• Income protection cover provided in full.
• Salary packaging options available.
• A four-day work week supports work-life balance.
• Transport is available by bus from Kingaroy, Nanango, and Yarraman.
• On-site canteen services are available.
• Learning and development support is offered, including access to LinkedIn Learning.
• Purchased leave and volunteer leave options are available.
• Wellbeing support includes EAP, Fitness Passport, skin checks, and flu vaccinations.
• Access to a rewards, recognition, and discount platform called Bright Spark.
• The workplace is known for a strong safety culture.
• The employer is recognised as an Endorsed Employer for All Women by WORK180.
• Additional benefits may also be available.

Application requirements

Applicants should submit an online application with a CV, a cover letter explaining why the opportunity is appealing, a current resume that includes at least two referees, and any documents that show grades, achievements, or relevant experience.

Additional information

Applications close at 11:55 pm on 26 July 2026. Pre-employment screening may be required and can include police checks, AusCheck, a medical assessment, and/or drug and alcohol testing. Support and access needs can be shared during the application process. The organisation values inclusion, diversity, flexibility, safety, respect, wellbeing, and fairness in the workplace.

About the employer

Stanwell is Queensland’s largest and most reliable electricity generator. With around 40 years of operational experience, the organisation is expanding into a broader energy portfolio that includes coal-fired generation, renewable energy, storage, and firming to help meet Queensland’s future energy needs. Its values focus on care, adaptation, and delivery.