Water Treatment Plant Operator

Barcaldine Regional Council; Alpha; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Five weeks annual leave

Rostered day off (RDO) every fortnight

Job summary

Barcaldine Regional Council seeks a motivated Water Treatment Plant Operator to safely operate, monitor and maintain Council’s water treatment facilities. You will conduct routine testing, dosing and plant maintenance while ensuring water quality meets standards.

Ideal candidates hold a current C-class driver licence, a White/Blue Card, and a Certificate III in Water Operations or willingness to obtain. Regional duties and on‑the‑job training are available as part of the role.

Qualifications

• Current Queensland class C driver’s licence.
• White/Blue Construction Induction Card (White/Blue Card).
• Certificate III Water Operations or willingness to obtain.
• Willing to undertake on‑the‑job training.
• Interest in plumbing/water testing.
• Demonstrated experience in civil construction and/or maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor Barcaldine Regional Council water treatment plants safely and efficiently.
• Perform routine inspections, water quality testing, chemical dosing, and plant maintenance.
• Monitor treatment processes, respond to operational issues, and ensure water quality standards.
• Maintain accurate records and report on plant performance and incidents.

Skills

Driver Licence (C)

White/Blue Card

Communication skills

Teamwork

WHS/QA/Environmental procedures

Civil construction/maintenance

Willingness to obtain Water Operations

Interest in plumbing/water testing

Education

Certificate III Water Operations

General Construction Induction Card (White/Blue Card)

Job description

Location: This position is based in Alpha/Jericho with regional work and travel as required.

Classification Level: Minimum level 7 of the Queensland Local Government Industry (Stream B) Award - State 2017 and the Barcaldine Regional Council Certified Agreement 2025

Wage: Base salary minimum $77,251.20 plus superannuation (up to 12%) and relevant approved allowances.

Payment of Wages: Council employees are paid fortnightly.

Hours of Work: 76 hours over 9 days with a rostered day off (RDO) every fortnight.

Leave: Five (5) weeks annual leave per annum + 17.5% loading.Fifteen (15) days Personal Leave (sick leave) per annum.

Equal Opportunity: Barcaldine Regional Council is an equal opportunity employer, and all suitably qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.

Our Business

Barcaldine Regional Council, located in the heart of Central West Queensland, is committed to providing exceptional services to the Barcaldine region, which includes the communities of Alpha, Jericho, Barcaldine, Aramac, and Muttaburra. With a wealth of talent within the organisation, and amazing facilities, we have created a vibrant workplace that blends old-fashioned, small-town charm with a rich indigenous history. We Honour the Iningai and Bidjara peoples, the traditional custodians of this land, and embrace the diversity of elders and community members past and present.

Barcaldine Regional Council strives to provide our employees with a safe, secure, and supportive environment, where employees are encouraged to live by our values and reach their full potential. Our vision is to have a positive, sustainable, and innovative workplace, ensuring a bright future for all.

About The Region

If you're looking to escape the pace of city life and enjoy a better work-life balance, the Barcaldine Regional Council offers the opportunity to build a rewarding career while embracing the benefits of regional living. With welcoming communities, wide open spaces and a relaxed lifestyle, it's a place where you can enjoy a strong sense of connection both at work and in the community.

Located in Central West Queensland, approximately 440km west of Rockhampton, the Barcaldine Region covers more than 53,677 square kilometers and is home to around 2,900 residents. It encompasses the former shires of Aramac, Barcaldine and Jericho and includes the townships of Alpha, Aramac, Barcaldine, Jericho and Muttaburra.

The region has a proud agricultural heritage and is recognised as one of Central West Queensland's largest cattle-producing areas. It also supports thriving sheep, wool and macropod harvesting industries, while continuing to grow through emerging opportunities in the mining sector.

The Role

As a Water Treatment Plant Operator, you will be primarily responsible for the safe and efficient operation, monitoring and maintenance of Council's water treatment plants to ensure water quality meets required standards. You will undertake routine inspections, water quality testing, chemical dosing and plant maintenance, while monitoring treatment processes and responding to operational issues.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated and safety-conscious individual to contribute to the delivery of safe, reliable drinking water services to our local communities.

• Current Queensland class ‘C’ Driver Licence.
• Current General Construction Induction Card (White/Blue Card) or equivalent.
• Certificate III Water Operations or willingness to obtain.
• Willing to undertake on-the-job training.
• Interest in plumbing/water testing.
• Demonstrated recent experience in civil construction and/or maintenance.
• Demonstrated knowledge or ability to gain an understanding of WHS, Quality Assurance and Environmental
  procedures.
• Demonstrated ability to cooperatively work in a team environment, contributing positively to team operations.
• Demonstrated effective communication skills (interpersonal, written, and verbal).

Highly regarded, but not required

• Previous experience in either Plumbing, Electrical, or Labouring (preferred but not essential).
• Previous experience within Local Government (preferred).
• Previous experience in water/waste water treatment (highly desirable).

Closing Date: Sunday, 1 Nov at 11:59PM

For more information, please contact Human Resources via email [e-mail]