Treatment Operator (Sewer)

Bega Valley Shire Council; Bega; On-site; AUD 73,282 - 89,567; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Rostered days off

Flexible work arrangements

Salary packaging

Job summary

Bega Valley Shire Council is seeking a Treatment Operator Sewer to operate, control and report on sewage and water treatment facilities, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and the Council's Strategic Business Plan.

The role requires a Certificate III in Water Industry Operations or equivalent and about 3 years of practical experience in water/sewage treatment operations. It is a permanent, full-time position with a 38-hour week and a competitive remuneration package.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Water Industry Operations or equivalent, with practical water/sewage treatment experience.
• Ability to operate minor plant and lifting equipment.
• Knowledge of NSW regulatory environment for sewage and drinking water.
• Strong written, verbal and IT literacy; interpret engineering plans and quality systems.

Responsibilities

• Operate, control and report on treatment facilities and environmental monitoring requirements.
• Perform sewage and water treatment operations and minor maintenance activities.
• Assist with development and implementation of process control techniques to increase performance.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual reports for the Manager Water and Sewerage Services.

Skills

Operate minor plant

Engineering plans interpretation

Water quality knowledge

Written and verbal communication

Computer literacy

Education

Certificate III in Water Industry Operations (NWP30215)

Job description

A career with Bega Valley Shire Council offers the opportunity to engage in meaningful and diverse work that supports the vibrant communities of the south-east corner of NSW. Nestled between rolling hills and some of the state’s most stunning beaches, this region is home to a variety of people who enjoy both rural and coastal living.

As an AR Bluett Award winning Council, we are proud of our dedicated and talented team, whose efforts make our success possible.

With a workforce of over 350, we provide essential services to our communities, including libraries, customer service, finance, children’s services, engineering, project management, road maintenance, water management, environment, parks, gardens, and town centres.

We offer a range of employment benefits to support our staff, which may include:

• Rostered days off
• Flexible work arrangements
• Salary packaging

The Opportunity

We have an opportunity for a skilled and motivated individual operate, control, and report on the performance of treatment facilities and environmental monitoring requirements to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and Strategic Business Plan objectives.

As a Treatment Operator Sewer you will undertake sewage treatment and water treatment operations and minor maintenance activities as well as assist with the development and implementation of techniques and methods of process control which increase plant performance and efficiency. You will provide input to preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual reports for submission to the Manager Water and Sewerage Services.

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About You

We are seeking an individual who holds a Certificate III in Water Industry Operations (NWP30215) or equivalent level qualifications suitable to the role and has demonstrated practical experience and capability in water treatment and/or sewage treatment operations and maintenance. (Indicative 3 years’ experience).

• Ability to operate minor plant including lifting equipment (less than three tonne).
• Knowledge of the NSW Government Regulatory environment associated with sewage treatment and drinking water treatment.
• Well-developed written, verbal and computer literacy skills, including skills in the interpretation of engineering plans, specifications and quality systems.
• An understanding of water quality matters including an understanding of Australian Drinking Water Guidelines (ADWG) and NSW EPA regulatory requirements.

Benefits

This is a permanent, full time position working 38 hours per week.

The total remuneration package for this position commences at $81,425.45 gross per annum (inclusive), comprising of:

• $1,380.70 per week base salary
• $165.68 per week superannuation (calculated at 12%)
• $19.49 per week Level 1 Adverse Working Conditions Allowance

Additional Benefits For This Position Include

• Leaseback vehicle or commuter use
• Rostered day off scheme (nine day fortnight)
• Annual Award salary increases and performance reviews
• Salary packaging program (SmartSalary)
• Wellbeing Initiatives - Fitness Passport, Employee Assistance Program, Telus Health App, social club, health monitoring and annual flu vaccinations.

For further information on this position, please contact Jason Darcy - Treatment Plant Operations Coordinator on 02 6499 2217 or 0458 095 853.

Applications close 11.59pm AEST on 27 August 2026.

Applicants must have the right to work in Australia and address the advertised selection criteria demonstrating their suitability for the role.

This position requires applicants to be suitably immunised in line with recommendations from the Australian Immunisation Handbook, mandated Public Health Orders and/or Councils Immunisation Procedure.