Water Treatment Technician – Entry Level

North East Water; Wangaratta; On-site; AUD 67,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Professional development

Leave and superannuation

Employee Assistance Program

Discounts on gym and pool memberships

Job summary

North East Water is seeking a hands-on Water Treatment Operator based in Wangaratta to help deliver safe drinking water across the region and support 24/7 operations.

You will undertake routine sampling and basic lab tests, monitor plant performance, adjust dosing, and respond to alarms. The role offers a full-time ongoing opportunity with a monthly rostered day off, flexible work options, and a seven-day on-call cycle every 4-5 weeks.

Qualifications

• Ability to problem solve and use critical thinking to solve practical challenges.
• Ability to accurately input data into systems.
• Demonstrated ability to act within an Occupational Health and Safety mindset.
• Experience in the water industry or experience in a position with a transferrable skill set i.e. treatment, sampling and testing.
• Willingness to obtain Certificate III in Water Treatment (advantage).

Responsibilities

• Undertake routine water quality sampling and basic lab testing.
• Maintain accurate water quality and chemical records.
• Operate and monitor water treatment plant processes and equipment.
• Respond to alarms and faults.
• Carry out routine maintenance, cleaning and housekeeping across water treatment plants.
• Support an on-call roster from Tuesday to Tuesday every 4-5 weeks.

Skills

Problem solving

Critical thinking

Data entry

Safety awareness

Education

Certificate III in Water Treatment

Equivalent qualification

Job description

North East Water is seeking a hands-on Water Treatment Operator based in Wangaratta to help deliver safe drinking water across the region and support 24/7 operations.

You will undertake routine sampling and basic lab tests, monitor plant performance, adjust dosing, and respond to alarms. The role offers a full-time ongoing opportunity with a monthly rostered day off, flexible work options, and a seven-day on-call cycle every 4-5 weeks.