Field Operator - Networks - Northern

Goulburn Valley Water; Greater Shepparton; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 81,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Rostered Days Off

Regional lifestyle benefits

EAP (Employee Assistance Program)

Flu vaccinations

Skin checks

On-call roster remuneration

Job summary

Goulburn Valley Water (GVW) invites applicants for an entry-level Water Industry Operative based in Shepparton. You will assist with maintenance, operate treatment systems and help construct new works to ensure reliable water and wastewater services.

You will work in a small team in an outdoor setting, with opportunities to learn hydraulics, mechanical plant operations and digital systems. On-call roster duties and regional lifestyle benefits are part of the role.

Qualifications

• Minimum Year 11 education or appropriate trade qualification.
• Adaptable, hands on and enjoy working outdoors and in all elements.
• Physically capable of undertaking tasks in relation to the operation and maintenance of water and wastewater systems
• Understanding of, or willingness to learn about hydraulics and mechanical plant operations
• Flexibility to assist in emergency works after hours when required.
• Strong OHS commitment and focus.
• Comfortable using, or the ability to learn digital systems.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong organisational, self-management and problem-solving skills
• Demonstrated commitment, ability, and experience in resolving customer enquiries whilst providing a strong customer focus.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with preventative and routine maintenance.
• Operation of existing treatment systems.
• Construction of new works and ensuring delivery of quality water and wastewater services.
• Regular admin tasks and responding to customer queries and service complaints.
• Work in outdoor, hands-on roles and be ready to learn more.

Skills

Outdoor work

Manual/mechanical

Hydraulics

Emergency after hours

Health & safety

Digital systems

Communication

Organization

Customer service

Education

Year 11 education or trade qualification

Job description

Goulburn Valley Region Water Corporation

Goulburn Valley Water (GVW) provides quality water and wastewater services to 54 towns in North Central Victoria. Our purpose is to support healthy and prosperous communities.

Get your career in the Water industry started!

This entry level role is a great opportunity for someone to start their career in the water industry. We are also keen to hear from experienced operators wanting to gain further skills and knowledge.

You will be safety focussed, motivated and be able to work according to operating procedures and established guidelines.

You will be part of a team, responsible for ensuring GVW meets delivery objectives in water and wastewater services.

As a water industry operative you will have the ability to work autonomously as well as part of a small team, be flexible to meet the standby roster requirements and an enjoyment and understanding of technical maintenance.

We develop and train our water industry operatives and will support you to achieve many things including a water industry qualification that will assist you to undertake the role.

If you are keen to contribute to the success of our water systems, we want to hear from you!

About your new role...

This is an entry level role and ideally suited to someone who is looking to begin a rewarding career in an essential service industry. We are also keen to hear from experienced operators wanting to gain further skills and knowledge.

You will be part of a small team, in a great outdoor location, assisting with looking after the Corporation's water and wastewater reticulation system and associated facilities. Your daily tasks will include assisting with preventative and routine maintenance, operation of existing treatment systems, construction of new works, ensuring we meet expectations of delivering quality water and wastewater services to our customers. You will also have administrative tasks to complete regularly and be responsive to our customers queries and service complaints.

With a foundation of working in outdoor, hands on and mechanically minded roles these skills and experience will transfer seamlessly into this role. And we will teach you the rest!

Solution focussed, enables you to solve problems that arise in a reactive and planned environment - and this does happen! An enjoyable part of this role will see you exposed to a variety of work, suiting someone who thrives in this environment.

You will join a supportive team that enjoys working together to provide a high-quality service to our community.

About you...

We're looking for someone with:

• Minimum Year 11 education or appropriate trade qualification
• Adaptable, hands on and enjoy working outdoors and in all elements.
• Physically capable of undertaking tasks in relation to the operation and maintenance of water and wastewater systems
• Understanding of, or willingness to learn about hydraulics and mechanical plant operations
• Flexibility to assist in emergency works after hours when required.
• Strong OHS commitment and focus.
• Comfortable using, or the ability to learn digital systems.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong organisational, self-management and problem-solving skills
• Demonstrated commitment, ability, and experience in resolving customer enquiries whilst providing a strong customer focus.
• Committed to contributing positively to your team and the organisation.

Where you'll be working...

Don't take our word for the amazing liveability/lifestyle benefits of the regions we service, check out these sites to learn about where you could work and play; Greater Shepparton region, Go Seymour, Go Nagambie, Strathbogie and Destination Cobram.

What you'll get...

You will have the opportunity to join a diverse and inclusive organisation with strong ties to our regional community.

• Classification GVW2: $60,255 - $80,888 + super (salary starting point is dependent upon relevant qualifications, skills and experience). This role attracts additional remuneration through allowances and participation in an on-call roster.
• Shepparton based - regional lifestyle benefits.
• Qualification in Certificate III Water Industry Operations (not available outside water industry)
• 12 Rostered Day's Off (RDO's) per year
• An organisation committed to OHS and safe working practices and the wellbeing of its staff including flu vaccinations, skin checks and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Work/life balance - enjoy rostered days off (12 per year) and options to purchase additional leave.
• Encouragement and support to pursue professional growth and development opportunities.
• Annual performance reviews that encourage recognise and reward performance.
• Supportive team culture
• Flexible, diverse and inclusive workplace

For further information on this position, you are encouraged to contact Elise O'Keeffe, Manager - Field Operations Northern on 0438 346 ***

Applications close 11.59pm, Friday 20 November 2026

Goulburn Valley Water is an equal opportunity employer valuing all people, diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives

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