Water Networks Operator

Jobs in Council; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 56,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12% superannuation

Hybrid work arrangements

9-day fortnight

Job summary

Jobs in Council is seeking a Water Networks Operator in Sydney, NSW. The role involves maintenance and construction of essential water and sewer infrastructure, carrying out installation and repairs, and hands-on labouring tasks in a collaborative team environment.

The position offers a 9‑day fortnight (38 hours weekly), hybrid working options, 12% superannuation, salary packaging options, and generous leave provisions.

Responsibilities

• Carry out installation and repairs on water and sewer infrastructure.
• Operate plant and equipment and complete labourer tasks.

Job description

YOUR ROLE

Join our team as a Water Networks Operator, contributing to the maintenance and construction of essential water and sewer infrastructure. In this hands‑on role, you’ll carry out installation and repairs on water and sewer infrastructure, operate plant and equipment, and complete various labourer tasks.

YOUR WORKING ENVIRONMENT (for eligible employees)

• A weekly salary between $1,237 – $1,393 dependent upon skills and experience, plus 12% superannuation
• Work a 9-day fortnight, based on a 38-hour working week
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements under Council’s Flex First Procedure including access to an individualised hours agreement
• Access to 2 weeks sick leave per year, cumulative where unused
• Access to 1-week MyLeave per year, to be utilised for any purpose
• Access to long service leave after 5 years of employment
• Salary packaging options available including novated leasing
• Generous paid parental leave arrangements for both parents
• Generous reward and recognition programs and initiatives

YOUR CAREER

• A supportive environment to assist you to reach your career goals
• Access to ongoing professional development and individual development plans
• Ongoing training and support through Council’s cultural development program
• Mentoring and coaching programs
• Opportunities for secondments and higher-grade duties arrangements
• Access to e-learning platforms

YOUR WELLBEING

• A suite of health and wellbeing programs offered each year
• Free vaccinations and health checks
• A supportive and inclusive workplace and culture where your opinion is valued
• A range of mentally healthy workplace initiatives and support from mental health champions
• Staff fitness initiatives
• Access to a confidential counselling service for you and your family

Applications close Friday, 2nd October 2026 at 5:00pm.

The contact officer for this position is Mathew Jones on [phone].

This position is subject to relevant pre-employment checks and all applicants must have the right to live and work in Australia.

Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Child Safe Organisation. We are committed to building a workplace culture that values diversity and inclusion, and welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, workers of all ages, people with disabilities, people who identify as LGBTIQA+ and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.