WRP Operator

Coliban Water; Greater Bendigo; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Work vehicle for commuter use

Overtime allowances

Standby allowances

Job summary

Coliban Water is seeking a Water Reclamation Plant Operator to operate and maintain the Bendigo Recycled Water Factory and associated wastewater facilities. You will work in a team to ensure safe, efficient operation, regulatory compliance, and reliable recycled water services.

The role requires mechanical and electrical aptitude, a strong safety mindset, and willingness to undertake core training. A Certificate III/IV or equivalent experience is desirable.

Qualifications

• Experience in technical, trade, industrial, manufacturing, construction, or similar environments.
• Mechanical and/or electrical aptitude.
• Strong commitment to workplace health and safety.
• Certificate III/IV qualification or relevant practical experience (desirable).
• Experience in water or wastewater treatment (desirable).

Responsibilities

• Monitor and operate wastewater treatment plants and lagoons.
• Inspect site conditions and plant performance.
• Collect operational data, samples, and test results.
• Perform routine and emergency maintenance.
• Monitor chemical dosing and stock levels.
• Use SCADA and other systems to track plant performance.
• Follow safety, environmental, and operational procedures.
• Identify opportunities to improve operations and efficiency.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Electrical aptitude

Safety mindset

Data collection

Education

Certificate III/IV or equivalent

Job description

Overview of role

We're looking for Water Reclamation Plant Operators to help operate and maintain wastewater treatment facilities and the Bendigo Recycled Water Factory. You'll work as part of a team to ensure systems run safely, efficiently, and meet regulatory requirements while delivering reliable, recycled water services

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and operate wastewater treatment plants and lagoons.
• Inspect site conditions and plant performance.
• Collect operational data, samples, and test results.
• Perform routine and emergency maintenance.
• Monitor chemical dosing and stock levels.
• Use SCADA and other systems to track plant performance.
• Follow safety, environmental, and operational procedures.
• Identify opportunities to improve operations and efficiency.

About you

You will ideally have:

• Experience in technical, trade, industrial, manufacturing, construction, or similar environments.
• Mechanical and/or electrical aptitude.
• A strong commitment to workplace health and safety.
• A Certificate III/IV qualification or relevant practical experience (desirable but not essential).
• Experience in water or wastewater treatment (desirable but not essential).

Sound like you? We’d love to hear from you.

Learn more in the position description

Pay & Benefits

• Competitive base salary
• Access to a work vehicle for commuter use
• Applicable standby, industry and special allowances
• Applicable overtime allowances

This role is a full-time ongoing position with weekend and on call requirements.

Enquiries

For further information please contact Lauren Armstrong on 0487 111 305 or via email at [e-mail]

Why join us

At Coliban Water our people are on a mission to create a better life for our customers and communities - now and tomorrow.

We love what we do and our location in the centre of a region that takes in 49 towns from Trentham to Echuca.

Our commitment to inclusion means you’ll feel at home here no matter who you are, who you love, or what you stand for. As part of the team you receive a monthly accrued day off, time off over Christmas, the flexibility to shape your work to suit your lifestyle, and generous parental, carer and workplace study leave policies.

At Coliban Water we balance a small team rhythm with the reach and resources of one of the largest Victorian regional urban water corporations.

What are you waiting for? We’d love you to join us.

Applicants will need to successfully complete all core training requirements in the expected timeframes and may be required to undertake a Police Check, Working with Children Check, Pre-Employment Medicals or Psychometric testing where applicable.

Applicants may also be required to produce evidence of their Right to Work in Australia.

We welcome applications from individuals of all abilities. We are committed to creating an accessible and inclusive workplace for everyone, including people with disabilities and diverse abilities. If you need any support during the application process or would like to discuss interview adjustments, please contact Lauren Armstrong

Please note that applicants may be contacted prior to the closing date of this advertisement.