Wastewater Treatment Team Leader - Flexible Hours

Fraser Coast Regional Council; Hervey Bay; On-site; AUD 75,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements incl. Wf

Professional development

Study assistance program

Novated leasing

Paid maternity and paternity leave

24/7 Employee Assistance Program

Uniform subsidy

Years of service rewards

Employee discount shopping program

Job summary

Fraser Coast Regional Council is seeking two Wastewater Treatment Team Leaders for Aubinville and Pulgul plants in Hervey Bay. You will oversee day‑to‑day operations, coordinate maintenance, support team capability and ensure plant reliability and regulatory compliance.

You will use SCADA, telemetry and lab data to monitor performance, respond to alarms and lead staff through coaching and development in a safety‑driven culture.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Water Operations (Wastewater Treatment) is required.
• Demonstrated experience in wastewater treatment operations, maintenance and process optimisation.
• Proven ability to lead, supervise and develop staff to achieve operational outcomes.
• Strong knowledge of wastewater treatment processes, compliance and data interpretation.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate day‑to‑day wastewater treatment operations to meet environmental, regulatory and service objectives.
• Monitor and optimise treatment processes, respond to operational issues, and implement corrective actions to maintain plant reliability and compliance.
• Use SCADA, telemetry and laboratory data to monitor performance, respond to alarms and participate in on‑call duties.
• Coordinate chemical procurement, handling and dosing, ensuring safe and compliant use.
• Support and develop the treatment team through scheduling, coaching, performance feedback and fostering a positive, accountable culture.

Skills

Leadership

Team supervision

Data interpretation

SCADA systems

Maintenance coordination

Education

Certificate III in Water Operations (Wastewater Treatment)

Tools

SCADA

Telemetry

Microsoft Office

Job description

Fraser Coast Regional Council is seeking two Wastewater Treatment Team Leaders for Aubinville and Pulgul plants in Hervey Bay. You will oversee day‑to‑day operations, coordinate maintenance, support team capability and ensure plant reliability and regulatory compliance.

You will use SCADA, telemetry and lab data to monitor performance, respond to alarms and lead staff through coaching and development in a safety‑driven culture.