Water Treatment Operators
Job No:
CHR10544
Location:
Blackwater/Springsure
Work Type: Permanent Full Time
Location: Blackwater/Springsure
Directorate: Operations
Remuneration: Stream B, Level 6 - 9: $86,693.24 - $97,432.85 per annum inclusive of superannuation and locality allowance.
Ready to build a rewarding career in the water industry? Or looking to take your existing skills to the next level?
Central Highlands Regional Council’s Water Utilities team is looking for Water Industry Operators to join our team in Blackwater or Springsure, with opportunities available for both entry-level and experienced operators.
As a Water Industry Operator, you’ll play an important role in keeping our communities’ water and wastewater services safe, reliable and operating around the clock.
You’ll be involved in a diverse range of work, including:
- Water quality testing and monitoring
- Chemical dosing and process control
- Maintenance of water and wastewater treatment plants, pump stations and reservoirs
- Identifying, reporting and responding to faults and failures
- Quality monitoring, record keeping and reporting
- Assisting with job planning and operational activities
- Completing safety risk assessments and working in accordance with safe work practices
Starting your career? We’ll support you.
No previous water industry experience? No problem.
Our entry-level positions are a great opportunity to start a hands-on career where you’ll receive practical training, support from experienced team members and the opportunity to complete a Certificate III in Water Industry Operations.
Already experienced? Bring your skills.
If you have experience in water, wastewater, utilities, maintenance, treatment operations or a related industry, we’d love to hear from you. You’ll have the opportunity to put your existing skills to work while continuing to develop your knowledge and career with Council.
Whether you’re starting out or ready for your next challenge, this could be your opportunity to build a career that makes a real difference to our community.
Join Central Highlands Regional Council and help keep Blackwater’s essential water services flowing.
If this sounds like you, apply now!
Working for Central Highlands Regional Council has its benefits.
We are a progressive region, committed in creating opportunities for all. We welcome forward thinking individuals who are focused on continuous improvement, a sustainable future and understand the valuable role we play in investing in our regional community.
Benefits Include:
- A generous superannuation scheme
- 5 weeks annual leave with 17.5% leave loading
- Opportunity to work a 9 day fortnight
- Annual uniform allocation and PPE supplied
- Payroll deductions and salary sacrifice options
- Wages paid fortnightly
- Employee Assistance Program
- Continuous training and development opportunities
As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from diverse backgrounds.
Please download and review the position description.
To be considered for this position, please include the following documents:
- A cover letter outlining your motivation for applying for this position
- Your resume detailing your career history relevant for this position
Applicants who are progressed to the next stage of the recruitment process will be invited to participate in a shortlisting process.
Pre-employment Checks
To be appointed to a permanent position, you must be an Australian citizen, or have permanent residency status, or hold a visa permitting you to work in Australia permanently. If you have a visa permitting you to work temporarily in Australia, you may be appointed to a position on a temporary basis, providing the work complies with the conditions of your visa.
The pre-employment checks relevant to this position include:
- Right to Work in Australia
- Medical Assessment
- Reference and qualification checks
For a confidential discussion, please contact a member of the Recruitment Team on 1300 242 686 during business hours or register your application by submitting your cover letter and resume.
Applications close: Monday 07 September 2026 at 12noon.
Please note: Applications may be progressed prior to the closing date.
