Senior Wastewater Services Operator

Join the South Team as the Senior Operator, Wastewater Services East at TasWater

Looking for a hands-on role where you can make a real difference in your community? Join our South team as a Senior Wastewater Services Operator and help keep Tasmania's water and sewer systems running smoothly, safely, and sustainably. 

In this role, you'll play a key part in supporting the Coordinator and helping lead the Wastewater East operations team. You'll assist with day-to-day planning, ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards, and contribute to the smooth running of infrastructure and services, such as wastewater treatment plants and pumps stations. This is a great opportunity to grow your leadership skills while making a meaningful impact in your community.

• Support scheduling, rostering, and coordination of daily wastewater activities
• Assist with compliance, reporting, and operational record-keeping
• Operate and monitor wastewater infrastructure to meet regulatory standards
• Conduct sampling and asset condition assessments
• Provide administrative and project support, including contractor supervision

At TasWater, we're a team that supports one another. You'll have the opportunity to grow your skills, learn on the job, and build a meaningful career. With access to training programs, experienced mentors, and clear development pathways, we're here to help you succeed. 

We're proud to be recognised by WORK180 as an employer of choice for women. Our benefits reflect our commitment to creating a supportive and inclusive workplace — including 18 weeks of paid parental leave for all parents, flexible work options, and policies that support your wellbeing. 

Ready to take the next step?Join a team where your work matters — and where you're supported every step of the way.

We're seeking someone with a strong background in operational leadership, ideally within wastewater services, or similar operational environment, who's confident working both with people and infrastructure. You'll be safety-conscious, technically skilled, and comfortable in a hands-on environment. A collaborative mindset and a readiness to support continuous improvement are key.

• Experience in supervising operational teams and managing people
• Practical and transferrable trade or technical knowledge
• Strong communication, administrative, and computer skills
• Sound understanding of workplace health and safety practices
• Physically capable of working in varied outdoor conditions and holding a valid driver's licence

About the role

• To be successful and safe in this position, you'll need to pass a pre-employment medical assessment before you can start and you'll need to commit to participating in on-call and planned overtime rosters, responding to emergency call-out situations.
• This permanent full-time role offers a 9-day fortnight and a total remuneration package ranging from $96,694.49 to $102,066.44(including of 15.5% superannuation). The package reflects an hourly rate starting at $41.88, with an increase to $44.21 following successful completion of probation.
• On call, call out and additional team specific allowances are available.

Recruitment process and how to apply:

If you'd like to express your interest and be considered for the current vacancy, please follow the steps below:

• Visit our careers site
• Create an account (or log in, if you have applied with us before)
• Upload an up-to-date resume
• Answer all the questions under the 'your application' page.

Contact Information

• For more details about the role and duties of the Senior Wastewater Services Operator (East), please contact Graham Boxall – Coordinator Wastewater East via phone on
• For assistance in applying, please with Jane Nguyen – Talent Acquisition Coordinator via phone on
• Applications close on Friday, 14th November 2025 at 10:00 AM

Candidates, please note that all applications will be reviewed at the closing date and shortlisted candidates will be contacted as soon as possible thereafter.