Water and Wastewater Operator

Toowoomba Regional Council • Clifton, NJ

12h • Onsite

About The Position

Join the Water Operations Branch at Toowoomba Regional Council and help deliver safe, reliable water and wastewater services across the region. As a Water & Wastewater Operator, you will monitor, control and operate water treatment plants, wastewater treatment plants, pumping stations, recycling facilities and associated infrastructure to ensure compliance with legislative, environmental and operational standards. This hands-on role also supports infrastructure maintenance activities and participates in the after-hours/on-call roster.

Requirements

• Certificate III in Water and/or Wastewater Operations
• Relevant industry experience operating treatment plants and associated infrastructure
• Experience with automated operational systems and process control
• A current “C” Class Driver’s Licence
• Strong problem-solving, communication and organisational skills
• Commitment to workplace safety and teamwork
• Confined Space Entry (required or must be obtained within 6 months)
• Senior First Aid (required or must be obtained within 6 months)
• LF Forklift Licence (required or must be obtained within 6 months)
• Participation in Council’s respirator fit-testing program

Responsibilities

• Operating and monitoring water and wastewater treatment infrastructure
• Maintaining compliance with statutory and environmental requirements
• Supporting Drinking Water Quality Management Plans and quality systems
• Coordinating sampling and plant monitoring activities
• Assisting with maintenance coordination and contractor supervision
• Responding to SCADA alarms and after-hours operational issues
• Working safely and contributing to a strong team culture

Benefits

• Work/life balance
• Professional development opportunities
• Permanent full-time position
• Base rate of $37.82 per hour ($1,437.10 per week)
• $6.50 per hour - additional skills allowance
• Up to 12.65% superannuation
• 17.5% annual leave loading
• Access to banked leave
• Professional development opportunities
• Fitness Passport Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Corporate health insurance discounts
• Active social club and wellbeing initiatives
• A safety-focused workplace

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree