Senior Wastewater Plant Operator – Vehicle Included

Coliban Water; Greater Bendigo; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Work vehicle for commuter use

Standby and industry allowances

Overtime allowances

Job summary

Coliban Water is seeking a Senior Operator to ensure the safe, efficient, and compliant operation of wastewater treatment facilities, including Water Reclamation Plants and the Bendigo Recycled Water Factory. You will oversee daily operations, maintenance activities, plant performance and regulatory compliance.

Key duties include monitoring systems, collecting data, coordinating repairs, managing sludge and chemical ordering, and ensuring safety and regulatory adherence.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Water Industry required.
• At least 5 years' relevant experience.
• Experience operating and maintaining water and/or wastewater treatment plants.
• Strong problem-solving, communication and record-keeping skills.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and maintain wastewater treatment systems and recycled water facilities.
• Inspect and assess lagoon conditions and plant performance.
• Collect operational data, samples and water quality information.
• Coordinate maintenance activities and repairs.
• Manage sludge removal and disposal activities.
• Monitor equipment and manage chemical ordering.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and safety standards.
• Identify opportunities to improve plant performance and efficiency

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Record-keeping

Education

Certificate III in Water Industry

Job description

Coliban Water is seeking a Senior Operator to ensure the safe, efficient, and compliant operation of wastewater treatment facilities, including Water Reclamation Plants and the Bendigo Recycled Water Factory. You will oversee daily operations, maintenance activities, plant performance and regulatory compliance.

Key duties include monitoring systems, collecting data, coordinating repairs, managing sludge and chemical ordering, and ensuring safety and regulatory adherence.