Network Operator

Seqwater; City Of Rockingham; On-site; AUD 99,000 - 116,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted memberships

Professional development

Generous leave options

Hybrid working options

Job summary

Seqwater in Brisbane is seeking a full-time Operations role to optimise the SEQ Water Grid and ensure continuity of supply. You'll respond to emergencies, monitor large-scale water network and operate SCADA in the Supply System Control Room across shifts.

Key duties include monitoring water levels and quality, following procedures to maintain service standards, and acting as the first point of contact for the bulk water supply network.

Qualifications

• Water Industry Operations Certificate IV or equivalent experience.
• Hydraulics-related qualification is well regarded.
• Unrestricted Driver's Licence.
• Experience in water pipeline operations and/or water supply operations.
• Demonstrated understanding of water supply hydraulics.

Responsibilities

• Monitor, operate and control water supply across a large geographic region using the SCADA system within the Supply System Control Room in all shifts.
• Apply supply system procedures, monitor and optimise the supply system to ensure water supply is maintained and customer standard of service are achieved.
• Monitor water supply levels and water quality across the network, escalating issues or anomalies where appropriate.
• First point of contact for monitoring, operating and controlling, and operating water supply network.
• Responding to, and actioning SCADA alarms in real time, in a timely and professional manner.
• Monitoring of isolation procedures while maintaining the efficient and effective control of the bulk water supply network.

Skills

SCADA operations

Water hydraulics

Emergency response

Driver's license

Water network monitoring

Education

Water Industry Operations Certificate IV

Hydraulics qualification

Tools

SCADA System

Job description

About Seqwater

Water is essential for life. At Seqwater, we’re not just delivering water—we’re driving innovation, growth and transformation to secure the future of water across South East Queensland.

As one of the largest water businesses with the most geographically spread and diverse asset base of any capital city in Australia, our operations extend from the New South Wales border to the base of the Toowoomba ranges and north to Gympie.

As we enter an exciting period of expansion, we’re embracing new technologies and sustainable practices to meet the growing needs of our region. We work collaboratively across our organisation and with our stakeholders, constantly striving to enhance the quality of service we provide. As we modernise our systems and invest in smarter water grids, we remain focused on delivering the highest standard of service, always with the future in mind.

Our transformation is about more than just infrastructure—it’s about people. Our team of dedicated professionals are united by a shared passion for creating lasting, meaningful outcomes for the communities we serve, and this is reflected in Our Vision, Water for Life, Our Promise - Safe for Life, and Our Values of integrity, respect, care, and courage that shape everything we do.

If you want to be part of an organisation that’s shaping the future of water management, now is the time to join Seqwater. Join us as we embark on a multi-year program to improve operational reliability and build operational excellence in the services we deliver.

About Your Opportunity

Reporting to the Operations Supervisor Supply System, you will respond in emergency situations to optimise the SEQ Water Grid supply system to ensure continuity of supply and provide operational input and support to allow effective and efficient implementation of continuous improvements in the operation of the bulk water supply system.

This role is responsible for:

• Monitor, operate and control the supply of water across a large geographic region using the SCADA system within the Supply System Control Room in all shifts
• Work within, apply supply system procedures, monitor and optimise the supply system to ensure water supply is maintained and customer standard of service are achieved
• Monitor water supply levels and water quality across the network, escalating issues or anomalies where appropriate
• First point of contact for monitoring, operating and controlling, and operating water supply network.
• Responding to, and actioning SCADA alarms in real time, in a timely and professional manner.
• Monitoring of isolation procedures while maintaining the efficient and effective control of the bulk water supply network

Hours and Locations

This role will be part of team that works on a roster including weekends and public holidays and some oncall work dependant upon shift roster changes (shift allowances apply).

The location of this role will be at our Creek Street office in Brisbane.

Please note: this role is part of a 24/7 shift operation and prior experience in shift work will be highly regarded.

About you

To be successful in this role, you will possess:

• Water Industry Operations Certificate IV or the ability to attain such within a specified timeframe or deemed equivalent experience.
• Qualifications in a hydraulics related discipline will be well regarded.
• Unrestricted Driver's Licence for a motor vehicle.
• Sound and relevant experience in water pipeline operations and/or water supply operations will be well regarded.
• Demonstrated understanding of water supply hydraulics.

This full-time permanent position has a salary range of $99,264 - $116,451 per annum (dependant on experience) plus 12.75% superannuation. Allowances and overtime may apply.

Appointment to this role is subject to the provision of a national police check and may be subject to other medical/character requirements. Please note that people with criminal records are not automatically deemed ineligible. Each application will be considered on its merits.

For a more detailed preview of the work that you will be involved in for this role, feel free to take a look at the position description on our careers page - careers.seqwater.com.au We also invite you to connect with us on LinkedIn and join our growing community of followers to see all the latest news and job opportunities as and when they happen - https://www.linkedin.com/company/seqwater/

If you are looking for an extraordinary career in which you can make a real impact, we'd love to hear from you!

Why Work For Us?

At Seqwater we care.

We offer competitive pay and job security while prioritising the health and wellbeing of our employees through initiatives such as immunisation programs and skin checks. Our flexible hybrid working options help you balance your career with your personal life.

You’ll benefit from discounted memberships, ongoing professional development opportunities, and generous leave options, including the ability to purchase additional leave.

At Seqwater, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace that celebrates diversity, ensuring everyone feels included, respected, and treated fairly.