Coordinator - Eastern Treatment Operations

Wannon Water; Camperdown; On-site; AUD 102,000 - 114,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work options

Flexible hours

Purchased leave

Professional development opportunities

Health & wellbeing program

Job summary

Wannon Water in Camperdown is seeking a Coordinator - Eastern Treatment Operations to lead our Eastern Treatment Operations Team and take a key role in water and sewerage treatment processes across sites from Lismore to Port Campbell.

You will optimise treatment, sample water quality, manage works programs, and deliver budget reports within the nominated budget and scope.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Water Industry Operations or relevant qualification.
• Experience leading small teams.
• Knowledge of water treatment plant operations and maintenance requirements.
• Self-motivation and time management with a systematic approach to problem solving.
• Understanding of Quality Management Systems in operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead the operations team to ensure high efficiency and work satisfaction.
• Assist with the implementation and on-going review of environmental management and drinking water quality management systems.
• Operate and maintain water and sewerage systems to deliver high-quality services.
• Deliver responsibilities in accordance with the nominated budget and prepare monthly budget reports.

Skills

Team leadership

Water operations knowledge

Education

Certificate III in Water Industry Operations

Job description

Coordinator - Eastern Treatment Operations

We have an ongoing full-time position for a Coordinator - Eastern Treatment Operations, based in Camperdown and working across sites in our service region from Lismore to Port Campbell.

You’ll manage our Eastern Treatment Operations Team while taking a lead role in water and sewerage treatment processes, including treatment optimisation, water and treated effluent quality sampling, and works management programs.

This position comes with a generous salary of $102,449 to $114,283 p.a. plus superannuation.

What you’ll be doing

On a day-to-day basis, you’ll:

• Lead the operations team to ensure high efficiency and work satisfaction.
• Assist with the implementation and on-going review of environmental management and drinking water quality management systems.
• Effectively and efficiently operate and maintain water and sewerage systems to deliver continuous high-quality services to our customers.
• Deliver responsibilities in accordance with the nominated budget and prepare monthly budget reports.

What you’ll bring

We’re looking for someone with

• A Certificate III in Water Industry Operations, or a relevant qualification in water operations, environmental management, engineering, science, asset management or a related field.
• Experience in leading small teams.
• Practical knowledge and awareness of the legislative requirements of treatment plant operations and maintenance.
• Self-motivation, management of time, setting priorities and a systematic approach to problem solving
• Sound knowledge of the application of Quality Management Systems in an operational environment.

For further details, see the position description available here.

We look forward to hearing from you. if you have any questions, feel free to call Peter Uwland (Manager Treatment Operations) on 0429 990 ***.

What we can offer

Putting people first comes naturally to us, and that includes the people we employ. You’ll have every opportunity to make the most of your talents, broaden your experiences and be rewarded for the great work you do.

You’ll be offered a range of great benefits including:

• Workplace flexibility with access to working arrangements such as hybrid work, flexible hours, purchased leave, monthly rostered days off and more.
• An inclusive workplace culture, which embraces diversity and the benefits it brings to the workplace and life.
• A leadership commitment to Zero Harm where the safety and wellbeing of our people and others is paramount.
• A Health & Wellbeing program, to support your physical, mental and financial wellbeing, including our Employee Assistance Program for our people and their immediate families.
• Extensive learning and development opportunities and access to professional development through associations such as CPA, IWC, WSAA, VicWater, and more.

We're an equal opportunity employer. Our commitment to creating and supporting an inclusive culture is reflected in our diverse mix of talented people who are passionate about delivering their best.

We welcome applications from everyone including people with a disability, job seekers of all ages, carers, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, members of the LGBTI+ community, and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

We are

• A certified Family Inclusive Workplace
• A Work 180 endorsed employer
• Members of the Diversity Council Australia

Ready to find out about our employee benefits? Visit Our Careers page and discover more about us.

Applications close: 11:59pm Sunday 23 August 2026

Reasonable Adjustments

We're here to support you through life's ups and downs. Whether you need adjustments during the recruitment process or at work, like flexible hours or accommodation for disabilities, we're here to help. We understand it can be daunting to share your needs, so feel free to reach out with any questions at ***************@wannonwater.com.au. Your information will be kept completely confidential.