Operator Network Water & Wastewater

Snowy Monaro Regional Council; Bombala; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

Snowy Monaro Regional Council in Bombala, NSW, seeks an Operator Network to contribute to water and wastewater services for the community. The role includes installation, maintenance, monitoring, and reporting across networks, with weekend/on-call availability and a commitment to safe, high-quality service.

The successful candidate will operate small plant and tools, hold a White Card, and be willing to undertake confined spaces training.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated contemporary experience in a similar role.
• Ability to operate small plant and hand tools competently.
• Construction Induction White Card held.
• Literacy and computer skills to complete forms and record data.
• Demonstrated willingness to undertake confined spaces training.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the delivery of quality water and wastewater services to the community.
• Undertake installation, maintenance and monitoring works on Council’s water and wastewater network.
• Document, monitor and review water and wastewater data in electronic and hard copy format.
• Contribute to cross-team collaboration and support treatment plants operations.
• Establish and maintain stakeholder relationships through effective communication.
• Be available for weekend and on-call rosters and respond to emergencies.
• Monitor own work performance and report progress to team leaders.
• Use resources efficiently to complete tasks and deliver services.
• Contribute to Council performance and safe workplace practices.

Skills

Experience in similar role

Small plant operation

Hand tools competency

Literacy & computer skills

Class C driver's licence

Education

White Card

Confined spaces training (willingness to undertake)

Job description

Salary: $70,187.00 - $77,473.00

Job Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Bombala

Job Category: Water and Wastewater

Applications close: 11:59pm Sunday, 20 th September 2026

Closing Date: 20/09/2026

Job Description

Package: $70,187 - $77,473 + 12% Super (Grade 5 of the SMRC Salary System 2026-2027)

Position Description: Operator Network

About The Region

The Snowy Monaro region is a unique and culturally diverse region of south-east NSW. From our history of the Snowy Hydro Scheme, our proud agricultural industry and popular ski resorts, we are a region that has a lot to offer. With fantastic lifestyle choices, whether you are an adventure seeker or prefer the finer things in life, we really can offer it all, and all within close proximity to our nation’s capital Canberra. The Snowy Mountains region is packed with year-round experiences with so much more than snow sports and alpine walks. Glorious wildflowers blanket the alpine landscape of Kosciuszko National Park during summer, and if you love adventure sports there's rock climbing, kayaking, caving, fishing, horse riding, mountain biking, and 4WD touring activities to get your heart racing. Explore the famous Snowy River and go skiing or snowboarding on the slopes of Perisher and Thredbo - or camp under the stars at some of the most picturesque campgrounds in NSW. You'll never forget the rugged alpine scenery of Australia's largest national park. Snowy Monaro Regional Council employs over 380 staff from all walks of life and working with us will give you the opportunity to enjoy our beautiful surrounds, progress your career and make a difference in our local community.

About the Role

• Contribute to the delivery of quality water and wastewater services to the community
• Undertake installation, maintenance and monitoring works on Council’s water and wastewater network including water supply and wastewater drainage systems ensuring compliance with legislative requirements
• Document, monitor and review water and wastewater data in electronic and hard copy format, reporting anomalies as required
• Contribute to cross-team collaboration through information and knowledge sharing and providing support for maintenance and operations of treatment plants
• Establish and maintain customer and stakeholder relationships through effective communication to ensure positive outcomes
• Be available for weekend and on-call rosters and be available to respond to emergency callouts when required
• Monitor own work performance and progress towards the delivery of work plan goals and report on progress to team leaders
• Use resources efficiently, effectively and responsibly to complete tasks that either contribute to or directly deliver services
• Contribute to the performance of Council: demonstrate professional conduct, make the best use of knowledge, experience and skills and be accountable for own decisions and actions
• Contribute to a safe workplace: comply with legislative and organisational requirements and be accountable for own decisions and actions

About You

• Demonstrated contemporary experience in a similar role
• Demonstrated ability to operate small plant and hand tools competently. Including lawnmowers, whipper snippers, sludge pumps, powered cut-off saws, grinders, drill, and water snorter (pipeline pressure cleaner)
• Construction Induction White Card
• Ability and willingness to undertake confined spaces training courses including refresher courses
• Physically fit to complete all aspects of the position
• Experience in Treatment Plant Operations or ability and willingness to undertake training for both water and wastewater operations
• Ability and willingness to work weekend and on-call rosters and be available to respond to emergency call-outs when required
• Demonstrated literacy and computer skills with the ability to complete paper and electronic forms and record data
• Proven ability to develop and maintain internal and external stakeholder relationships to achieve outcomes that contribute to the achievement of the organisation’s strategic goals
• Current Class C drivers licence

Desirable Criteria

• Knowledge and understanding of Radio Telemetry
• Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills
• Experience in pipeline construction for the laying of water and wastewater mains or ability to learn
• Traffic Controller Certificate
• Implement Traffic Control Plans CertificateCertificate of Competence in Excavator Operation
• Certification in Water Treatment (Cert III) or Certificate in Water Industry Operations
• Drivers Licence MR (Medium Rigid)

Enquiries

For any enquiries relating the role, please contact our Recruitment Officer

Email: [e-mail]

Ph: 1300 345 345

At Snowy Monaro Regional Council, we are committed to providing EEO and embracing diversity. We are an inclusive workforce which reflects the unique region, community, and customers we serve. In addition to providing an encouraging and positive environment, Council is a smoke free work environment.

Please advise us if you require any reasonable adjustments to fully participate in the recruitment process or perform the requirements of the role.

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