Water Treatment Operator – Aquatic Facilities

Mackay Regional Council is seeking two motivated and qualified Water Treatment Operators to join our Aquatic Facilities team on a temporary full-time basis for a 12-month contract.

About This Opportunity
Working independently under remote supervision, this role is responsible for the ongoing operation and monitoring of Council's swimming pools and aquatic facilities. The position ensures compliance with relevant legislation including the Public Health Act, WorkSafe QLD, and local government regulations.

As a Water Treatment Operator – Aquatic Facilities, you will play a key role in maintaining public health and safety standards through expert water chemistry management, routine plant room operations, and facility maintenance. This role also offers access to internal training and development, with potential progression into broader Water Treatment Operator roles across other Council facilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain water treatment systems in line with regulatory and safety standards.
• Conduct regular water quality testing and maintain accurate records.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders to deliver high-quality service.
• Promote and uphold Council's values, fostering a culture of safety, respect, and integrity.

Essential Qualifications, Experience & Skills

• C Class Drivers Licence
• General Construction Induction White Card
• Demonstrated experience in aquatic facility operations or similar environments.
• Strong commitment to safety and regulatory compliance.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Desirable, but not essential:

• Qualifications in water treatment operations.

• Certified Pool Operator (CPO) or Pool Plant Operator certification

• Certificate III in Aquatics and Community Recreation or equivalent

Why work for Mackay Regional Council?
Mackay Regional Council offers a dynamic, progressive and financially sound local government, with responsibility for $3.5 billion worth of assets and employing almost 1200 dedicated staff in a vibrant, rapidly growing region where sugar, mining, beef, tourism and retail drive the economy. Mackay is located halfway between Brisbane and Cairns and is truly the heart of Queensland, covering 7,622 square kilometres of rainforest, Natural Parks, historic townships, miles of golden beaches and more than 70 tropical islands. The Region boasts a vibrant economy offering an idyllic lifestyle on the Central Queensland coast, from picturesque beaches and nearby island resorts to beautiful rainforests. The Region has a great climate coupled with good quality education and health facilities.

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In addition to the above, we also offer the following employee benefits:

• Base hourly rate of $ applicable allowances.
• 12% superannuation.
• Choice of 4 or 5 weeks' annual leave with 17.5% leave loading.
• Flexible work arrangements with a 9 day fortnight roster.
• May be eligible for salary sacrificing options.
• Learning and career development opportunities.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Employee health and wellbeing initiatives.
• Active Social Clubs.

Want to know more about this role?
View the Position Description (PD) for this role in the document attachments.

How To Apply
Prepare and submit your cover letter and resume, outlining your relevant experience for this role. If applying for this job via a 3rd party job board such as SEEK, LinkedIn etc. you will be redirected to the Mackay Regional Council Careers (eRecruit) website to apply. Follow the prompts to submit your application (the eRecruit Job Application Quick Reference Guide or the eRecruit Job Applicant Guide can assist).

After submitting, you will receive an automated confirmation email. Should you not receive this, please ensure you have submitted your application and your email address on your account is correct.

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• Important information for applicants:

To be considered for this position, all candidates must have the appropriate working rights for Australia, Please visit Mackay Regional Council - Careers at council webpage regarding International Applicant criteria. Your Australian work rights will be verified during the recruitment process.

Applicants who progress beyond the interview stage will be required to undergo a pre-employment process, which includes comprehensive Pre-Employment Medical Assessments (inclusive of Drug and Alcohol testing)

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer, where all applicants are treated fairly and respectfully and have equal access to all available opportunities. At Mackay Regional Council, diversity is about creating a respectful and inclusive workplace that recognises our employees' unique contributions and perspectives, working together to deliver extraordinary results.