Water Plant Operator

Workpac Group; Rockhampton Regional; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive rates of pay

Wellbeing Hub access

Discounts with major retailers

Job summary

WorkPac Group is seeking an experienced RO water treatment operator in Queensland for a 3–4 week roster. You will operate and monitor RO systems, manage filtration stages, and ensure water quality meets standards.

The role requires current Coal Board Medical, a valid license, and a certificate in Water Operations. Day shifts run from 6am to 6pm, with 12-hour workdays and a 30-minute unpaid lunch break.

Qualifications

• Current Coal Board Medical.
• Current Drivers Licence.
• White Construction Card.
• Certificate II or III in Water Operations.
• Preferrable - Plumbing or Electrical Trade Qualification.
• 35 years' experience operating Reverse Osmosis (RO) water treatment plants.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor RO water treatment systems.
• Monitor pre-filtration, microfiltration and multimedia filtration processes.
• Manage pH levels and process flows.
• Monitor inlet and outlet pressures and respond to pressure fluctuations.
• Conduct water quality testing, including pH and conductivity.
• Ensure water quality meets operational standards.
• Complete routine inspections and reporting.
• Assist with general labouring duties, including loading and unloading materials.
• Handle treatment chemicals, including chlorine.

Skills

RO plant operation

Water quality testing

Process monitoring

Safety compliance

Education

Certificate II in Water Operations

Certificate III in Water Operations

Plumbing or Electrical Trade Qualification

Tools

Chlorine handling

Pressure gauges

Job description

We help solve complex water challenges through innovative and smart solutions, cutting edge technology, operational excellence, and people.

Roster:

• Working from the 9th of November for approximately 3-4 weeks
• 12-hour days with 30-minute unpaid lunch break
• Day Shifts ONLY 6am-6pm

What you will be doing:

• Operate and monitor reverse osmosis (RO) water treatment systems
• Monitor pre-filtration, microfiltration and multimedia filtration processes
• Manage PH levels and process flows
• Monitor inlet and outlet pressures and respond to pressure fluctuations
• Conduct water quality testing, including pH and conductivity
• Ensure water quality meets operational standards
• Complete routine inspections and reporting
• Assist with general labouring duties, including loading and unloading materials
• Handle treatment chemicals, including chlorine

What you will need:

• Current Coal Board Medical
• Current Drivers License
• White Construction Card
• Certificate II or III in Water Operations
• Preferrable - Plumbing or Electrical Trade Qualification
• 35 years' experience operating Reverse Osmosis (RO) water treatment plants

Whats in it for you:

• 12hr days
• Day Shift only 6am-6pm
• Competitive Rates of Pay
• My Benefits - Working with WorkPac means you can access major discounts across leading retailers, explore the Wellbeing Hub as well as acquiring special offers through our partnership with Flare

Equal Employment Opportunity

At WorkPac, we foster a work environment where everyone feels welcome and valued. As an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds and embrace diversity in race, gender, age, religion, culture, and ability.