Water Systems Operator

4 weeks ago

Sydney, Australia Taronga.org.au Full time

Overview

Taronga Zoo Sydney is looking for an experienced and motivated Water Systems Operator to join our Asset Management team. This is a Full Time - ongoing position located at Sydney’s Iconic Taronga Zoo

About the Role

The Water Systems Operator will provide a broad range of skills across the water systems for cyclic maintenance, restoration, repairs and ensure water quality is maintained at the acceptable standards. The role is Full Time Water Systems Technician/Operator, working across the zoo and on exhibits with wildlife.

Responsibilities

- Perform all types of duties associated with water systems maintenance, including water quality testing and recording, commissioning restoration repairs, general housekeeping and construction work on site.
- Develop skills in operation of water and/or sewerage treatment and reticulation systems in a safe manner.
- Monitor operation of all water systems to ensure appropriate disinfection and water quality in line with relevant standards and requirements.
- Adhere to works requisition system and follow through with projects efficiently.
- Ensure work is completed timely and cost-effectively to prescribed quality standards to meet stakeholder and Taronga’s needs.
- Perform trade and non-trade activities as scheduled by Supervisor, Water Systems.
- Maintain Taronga tools, vehicles and machinery in safe working condition.
- Comply with sustainability practices in the workplace to help achieve Taronga’s sustainability targets and reduce the environmental impact.

About You

We are looking for candidates that have:

- Relevant trade qualification or equivalent experience in operation of Water Systems related to Water Treatment Plants, Reticulation Systems and Water Treatment Plant processes
- Certificate III in Water Operations or willingness to complete
- Current NSW Driver’s License or valid recognition including manual
- Current vaccinations records for Q Fever, Tetanus, Hepatitis A & B and Tuberculosis screening
- Willingness to undergo pre-placement medical examination including Musculoskeletal and Fitness Assessment
- Occupational Noise Audiometric Assessment (if identified in noise level reports)
- Current paid NSW Working with Children Check

Benefits

- Flexible Hybrid work model - blend of in-office, remote, and on-the-go work
- Complimentary passes for family and friends across Taronga’s Sydney & Dubbo Zoos
- Free onsite car parking (outside peak periods)
- Discounts on accommodation, food and beverage, and Fitness Passport
- Social team with regular zoo activities
- Plus more

Equal Opportunity

Taronga is an equal opportunity employer and recognises diversity of workforce and community.

Applying

Please submit your resume and a cover letter of one page. You are also required to complete two target questions as part of your application.

- The brief summary of experiences in roles closely related to a Water Systems Technician/Operator.
- The importance of working as a Water Systems Technician/Operator and the risks of not getting it right.

Applications Close: 11:59pm Wednesday 8 October 2025

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