Assistant Water and Wastewater Operator

*SUPPORT WATER AND WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT OPERATIONS*

About the position:

The Assistant Water and Wastewater Operator will assist in monitoring, controlling and operating Toowoomba Regional Council's various Water and Wastewater Treatment Plants, bores, reservoirs and pumping stations to maintain a safe and reliable water supply.

• This is a permanent full-time position based at Clifton.
• The base salary for this position is $1, $1,298.72 gross per week ($33.09-$34.18 per hour), plus 17.5% annual leave loading and up to 12.65% superannuation.
• In addition to the base wage rate, variable allowances are available (for example –on call, overtime).
• Work a 38 hour week with access to banked time.
• Professional development and learning opportunities.
• Salary sacrificing opportunities to boost your superannuation.
• Corporate discounts on selected private health insurance.
• Carparking provided.
• Active social club – TRC Employee's Association.
• Employee Assistance Program – free 24 hour nationwide confidential personal or work-related counselling services for employees and their families.
• A range of progressive health and wellbeing services.
• Work in a safety-conscious organisation - home safe every day

About the Water Operations Branch:

Water Operations forms part of the Water and Waste Services Group (WWSG), which also includes Water Infrastructure Services, Water Project Services and Waste Services. Water Operations is responsible for the operation of Council's water and wastewater pumping, treatment, and distribution systems to ensure customer service standards and legislative compliance obligations are met.

The team encompasses personnel from various areas of engineering, operations and compliance. Our team believes in fostering a positive work culture based around quality outcomes, effective communication, transparency, professionalism and respect.

How to be successful in this position:

• Certificate III Water Industry Operations, or willing to gain within 24 months.
• WHS Competency (White Card) for CPCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry, or equivalent .
• Self Contained Breathing Apparatus attainment, Confined Space Entry Certificate (including Breathing Apparatus), High Risk Work Licence for 'LF' Forklift Truck, and Senior First Aid Certificate held or attained within 6 months.
• Demonstrated ability to operate water and wastewater treatment plants and related infrastructure.
• Understanding of water quality requirements for the safe supply of drinking water.
• Understanding of wastewater treatment requirements.
• Demonstrated computer skills.
• Commitment to teamwork.

How to apply:

For full details of this position, please ensure you download the Position Description, which provides the Success Criteria.

To apply, submit the following:

1. Your current resume

2. A document (maximum 2 pages) that addresses each of the Position Success Criteria listed in the Position Description. For each criterion:

3. Use headings to identify which criterion you are addressing.

4. Provide specific examples that demonstrate your skills, experience, and achievements related to that criterion. (Tip: tell us what you did, how you did it, and what the outcome was).

The preferred candidate will be required to undertake a Criminal History Check and a pre-employment medical assessment to assess their ability to perform the genuine occupational requirements of the position.

Please note to have your application considered, ensure that you have followed the instructions outlined above.

For further information:

Please contact Marcus Boyd, Senior Technical Officer on within business hours.

Closing date:

The closing date for applications is Tuesday 9 September 2025 at 11.45pm.

About Council:

The Toowoomba region is about rich traditions and bold ambitions.  Our long and proud agricultural history has evolved Toowoomba into Australia's second largest inland city with a population of 178,500 and employs approximately 1,600 staff, dedicated and enthusiastic, about delivering excellent customer service to the community, residents, and visitors throughout the region.  We recognise that our success depends upon attracting and retaining skilled and talented staff and offer a wide variety of interesting challenges and opportunities to gain experience your career.

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