Wastewater Treatment Assistant Operator (Training)

Unitywater; Noosa Shire, Coolum Beach, Cooroy, Kenilworth; On-site; CAD 68,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Wellbeing initiatives

Learning & development

Diversity & inclusion

Job summary

Unitywater is offering a temporary role for a Treatment Plant Operator/Assistant Operator to support sewage treatment and recycled water plants across Noosa, Coolum, Cooroy and Kenilworth. The position runs through to December 2027, providing hands-on experience and development in wastewater operations.

You will work alongside experienced operators, assist with daily operations, monitor performance, collect samples and support reporting.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Wastewater Treatment is desirable.
• Current C Class Driver's Licence.
• Strong attention to detail and time management.
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office, and experience using corporate business systems (desirable).
• A proactive approach to safety and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily plant operations and maintenance.
• Monitor performance using SCADA; collect samples and undertake routine analysis.
• Support basic troubleshooting, data entry and reporting.
• Maintain clean, safe and well-presented sites through housekeeping and grounds maintenance.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Basic computer skills

Education

Certificate III in Wastewater Treatment

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Unitywater is offering a temporary role for a Treatment Plant Operator/Assistant Operator to support sewage treatment and recycled water plants across Noosa, Coolum, Cooroy and Kenilworth. The position runs through to December 2027, providing hands-on experience and development in wastewater operations.

You will work alongside experienced operators, assist with daily operations, monitor performance, collect samples and support reporting.