Civil - Senior Operator

Water Corporation; Bunbury; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Well-being days

Long service leave

Superannuation co-contribution

Additional leave option

Cultural and ceremonial leave

Annual leave loading

Job summary

Water Corporation in Bunbury seeks a Senior Civil Operator (water treatment) to lead operation, maintenance and repair of water treatment plants and related infrastructure. You will help ensure regulatory compliance and coordinate field activities with a hands-on approach.

You will monitor water quality, support safety and environmental stewardship, mentor junior team members and step into Team Leader roles during absences, while delivering reliable water services to the community.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Water Industry Operations (or equivalent).
• Demonstrated experience operating water and wastewater systems.
• Strong knowledge of water sampling, chlorination and water quality monitoring.
• Experience with operational repairs, maintenance and reticulation networks.
• Current driver's licence.
• A proactive, safety-focused approach to work.
• Strong communication and leadership capabilities.
• A genuine desire to develop into a Team Leader role in the future.
• Process control knowledge of SCADA and integrated systems.

Responsibilities

• Operating and maintaining water Treatment infrastructure.
• Conducting water quality sampling, chlorine testing and monitoring.
• Responding to leaks, faults and operational issues across water networks.
• Performing planned and reactive maintenance activities.
• Supporting the delivery of water and services.
• Contributing to system reliability, compliance and customer service outcomes.
• Mentoring and supporting junior team members, including a trainee.
• Support the Team Leader and act in the Team Leader role during periods of leave or absence, including participation in the standby roster as required

Skills

Communication

Leadership

SCADA knowledge

Safety-focused

Water quality monitoring

Driver's licence

Education

Certificate III in Water Industry Operations

Tools

SCADA

Job description

About The Role

We're looking for a capable and motivated Senior Civil Operator (water treatment) to join our close-knit team in Bunbury. In this role, you will support / lead the operation, maintenance, and repair of water Treatment Plants and associated infrastructure, support regulatory compliance and coordinate field activities. The role requires a hands-on approach, strong technical knowledge, and a commitment to safety, environmental stewardship, and excellent community service.

Who We Are

When you join Water Corporation, you play an important role for the people of WA. Our services are essential for life - everyday, millions of Western Australians rely on us to deliver and manage water across our state.

If you’re driven to make a meaningful contribution, you’ve come to the right place.

Real Benefits That Matter

• Two well-being days each year to recharge, relax and enjoy life (separate to standard paid sick/personal leave)
• Access to long service leave pro rata after 3 years of service
• Take advantage of our co-contribution superannuation scheme. Receive a 12% employer contribution and enjoy an additional 2% employer co-contribution when you elect to salary sacrifice 2%
• Purchase additional leave of up to 12 weeks or work 4 years at a reduced salary and take the fifth year off as paid leave
• Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural and ceremonial leave of up to 5 days so you can maintain your cultural connection and wellbeing.
• Annual leave loading – an extra 17.5% pay when you use your annual leave

Discover more benefits we offer to support the unique and individual ways our employees live.

What You Can Expect With This Role

• Operating and maintaining water Treatment infrastructure.
• Conducting water quality sampling, chlorine testing and monitoring.
• Responding to leaks, faults and operational issues across water networks.
• Performing planned and reactive maintenance activities.
• Supporting the delivery of water and services.
• Contributing to system reliability, compliance and customer service outcomes.
• Mentoring and supporting junior team members, including a trainee.
• Support the Team Leader and act in the Team Leader role during periods of leave or absence, including participation in the standby roster as required

Your Skills And Experience

• Certificate III in Water Industry Operations (or equivalent)
• Demonstrated experience operating water and wastewater systems.
• Strong knowledge of water sampling, chlorination and water quality monitoring.
• Experience with operational repairs, maintenance and reticulation networks.
• Current driver's licence.
• A proactive, safety-focused approach to work.
• Strong communication and leadership capabilities.
• A genuine desire to develop into a Team Leader role in the future
• Process control knowledge of SCADA and integrated systems

Applications close 5 November 2026.

Our Commitment To a Diverse And Inclusive Workplace

Diversity and inclusion are more than words. They guide us on building a thriving workforce that reflects the diversity of our customers and our community.

We encourage applications from every background, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, women, youth, LGBTQIA+ folks and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

We are committed to ensuring an accessible and inclusive work environment to enable people with disability to participate fully in all aspects of employment.

Applicants with disability who require adjustments during the recruitment process including an alternative format of the application form, can contact a Recruitment Officer at [e-mail] or 08 9420 2000.

To read our diversity and inclusion statement, please visit our website