Defence Base Water Treatment Operator

Downer; Townsville City; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare discounts

Training & development

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Downer invites applications for a Water Treatment Operator at Lavarack Barrack, Townsville. The role covers safe operation, monitoring of water quality, and basic maintenance within a Defence base setting.

Candidates should have a Certificate III in Water Industry Operations, relevant licences, and a readiness to obtain a Defence Security Clearance. The position is on-site with growth opportunities in a respected, long-standing partnership.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Water Industry Operations required.
• Water operator licence or certification preferred.
• Experience in water treatment operations required.
• Experience with chemical handling in plant environment.
• Ability to obtain Defence Security Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain small water treatment plants on a Defence base.
• Monitor water quality and report results.
• Conduct routine inspections, sampling and testing of water quality.
• Adjust chemical dosing under supervision.
• Perform basic preventative maintenance on plant equipment.
• Report faults to Leading Hand.

Skills

Water treatment operations

Chemical handling

Driver's licence

Education

Certificate III in Water Industry Operations

Tools

QLD Water Operator Licence (QLD) / NSW Water Operator Certification (NSW)

Open Driver's Licence

Job description

Downer invites applications for a Water Treatment Operator at Lavarack Barrack, Townsville. The role covers safe operation, monitoring of water quality, and basic maintenance within a Defence base setting.

Candidates should have a Certificate III in Water Industry Operations, relevant licences, and a readiness to obtain a Defence Security Clearance. The position is on-site with growth opportunities in a respected, long-standing partnership.