Water & Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator - Bowen Basin

LMP Project Services; Mackay Regional; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive rates

Growth opportunities

Job summary

LMP Project Services is seeking experienced WTP/STP Operators to join our Bowen Basin team in Queensland. You will operate and monitor water treatment and sewage treatment plants, conduct inspections, and ensure compliance with environmental and safety standards on site.

You will work with supervisors and maintenance crews, perform minor maintenance, and maintain thorough records to support reliable plant operations. A safety-first mindset and adherence to procedures are essential.

Qualifications

• Certificate III or IV in Water Operations (minimum).
• QLD Drivers Licence required.
• Standard 11 or equivalent training.
• Coal Board Medical.
• Ability to pass pre-employment medical and drug & alcohol screening.
• Strong focus on safety and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor water treatment and sewage treatment plant processes.
• Conduct routine inspections, sampling, and analysis of water and wastewater systems.
• Monitor plant equipment and control systems for optimal performance.
• Identify and report operational issues, faults, or equipment defects.
• Perform minor maintenance and plant servicing activities.
• Maintain accurate operational records and compliance documentation.
• Ensure environmental, safety, and quality standards are met.
• Collaborate with supervisors, maintenance personnel, and subcontractors.

Skills

Safety-focused

Regulatory compliance

Process monitoring

Education

Certificate III/IV in Water Operations

Standard 11

Coal Board Medical

Job description

LMP Project Services is seeking experienced WTP/STP WTP/STP Operator (Water Treatment Plant / Sewage Treatment Plant) Operators to join our team in the Bowen Basin, Queensland. This role is responsible for the safe, efficient, and compliant operation of Water Treatment Plants (WTP) and Sewage Treatment Plants (STP), ensuring water and wastewater systems meet operational, environmental, and regulatory requirements.

What you'll be doing

• Operate and monitor water treatment and sewage treatment plant processes.
• Conduct routine inspections, testing, sampling, and analysis of water and wastewater systems.
• Monitor plant equipment and control systems to ensure optimal performance.
• Identify and report operational issues, faults, or equipment defects.
• Perform minor maintenance, housekeeping, and plant servicing activities.
• Maintain accurate operational records, logs, and compliance documentation.
• Ensure environmental, safety, and quality standards are consistently met.
• Work collaboratively with supervisors, maintenance personnel, and subcontractors.

What we're looking for

• Certificate III or IV in Water Operations (minimum)
• QLD Drivers Licence
• Standard 11
• Coal Board Medical
• Ability to pass pre-employment medical and drug & alcohol screening.
• Strong focus on safety and compliance.

What we offer

• At LMP Project Services, we pride ourselves on providing a supportive and inclusive work environment. We offer competitive rates and opportunities for growth and development.

About us

LMP Project Services is a leading construction company specialising in large-scale infrastructure projects across regional Queensland. With a reputation for innovation, safety, and excellence, we are committed to delivering outstanding outcomes for our clients and the local communities in which we operate.

If you are a dedicated and safety-focused WTP/STP Operator looking for your next opportunity, we would love to hear from you.