Wastewater Treatment Assistant Operator

Overview

Wastewater Treatment Assistant Operator — Temporary Full-time position until February 2026 (Leave Relief) | Hours: 38 hours a week + RDO every fortnight + Additional allowances applicable | Salary: $33.03 - $38.39 per hour + 12% Superannuation

Passionate about water quality and environmental protection? Join Wingecarribee Shire Council as a Wastewater Treatment Assistant Operator and play a key role in delivering safe, sustainable water services to our community.

What you’ll do

As a Wastewater Treatment Assistant Operator, you’ll report to the Wastewater Treatment Supervisor and provide support in the operation of wastewater treatment plants and pump stations, chemical dosing systems, catchment operation and control, troubleshooting and diagnostics. This position works to ensure that wastewater is transported and treated to create effluent that meets Environmental Protection Authority licensing, Department of Health and relevant legislative and Council procedures.

Why Wingecarribee?

At Wingecarribee Shire Council, we’re committed to safeguarding our environment and community health through effective wastewater management. Our wastewater treatment operations are critical to protecting local waterways, supporting public health, and ensuring compliance with stringent environmental standards. As a Wastewater Treatment Assistant Operator, you’ll play an essential role in the day-to-day operation and maintenance of treatment plants and pump stations. Your work will directly contribute to producing clean, safe effluent that meets Environmental Protection Authority and Department of Health requirements, helping preserve the natural beauty and wellbeing of our region. Joining Wingecarribee means working within a supportive, safety-focused culture that values practical skills, problem-solving, and teamwork. You’ll gain hands-on experience with advanced treatment processes and play a key part in maintaining vital infrastructure that keeps our community thriving.

We also offer:

- Competitive salary plus 12% superannuation
- 38-hour work week with a rostered day off every fortnight
- Additional role-related allowances
- Ongoing training and career development to build your skills and advance your career
- Access to wellbeing programs and the Fitness Passport
- Recognition through our annual awards celebrating staff achievements
- A values-driven organisation committed to safety, integrity, and continuous improvement

What you’ll need

- Certificate III in Water Industry Operations (Wastewater Treatment) or DPI Wastewater Course 1& 2, currently enrolled or training and/or experienced deemed equivalent and a minimum of two years’ experience or demonstrated knowledge in wastewater treatment operation, processes and maintenance and repair/rehabilitation of facilities/assets including quality monitoring.
- Sound knowledge of relevant legislations and wastewater management including Department of Health and EPA Licensing requirements.
- Proven ability in effective team collaboration, communication, and problem-solving skill set.
- Demonstrated ability in the use of telemetry, PLC & SCADA systems, computer applications, and operating devices, embracing digital solutions for works activities to enable field productivity and scheduling based systems to facilitate day-to-day operations.
- Ability to effectively communicate with key stakeholders in delivering information on treatment and quality services, and proven understanding on documentation on DPI etc.
- Hold a C Class Drivers Licence and WHS Induction Card (White Card)

Other requirements

- Be willing to undergo a pre-employment medical prior to commencement
- Be willing to complete immunisation record for Hepatitis A, B and Tetanus

Desirable

- Confined Space Entry Certificate
- Working from Heights ticket
- Activate sludge BNR course
- Statement of Attainment in Operate and Control Liquefied Chlorine Gas Disinfection
- Forklift licence

How to Apply

Protect our water. Support our community. Join us today.

- Your Resume – showcasing your skills & experience.
- Relevant Certifications – qualifications and licenses
- Mandatory Application Questions – Answer the relevant application questions by explaining how your expertise aligns with each question.

Have Questions?

- Contact Warren Martin, Wastewater Treatment Supervisor on 0408 231 080.

Applications close: 2 October 2025 – don’t miss this opportunity.

Wingecarribee Shire Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

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