Civil Water Operator

Being the principal supplier of water, wastewater, drainage and bulk irrigation services, we're on a journey to evolve and transform WA's water future. To do this, we need unique insights, ideas and talents from employees that reflect the diversity of the community we service.

Irrespective of race, ethnicity, disability, age, gender identity or sexual orientation, Water Corporation is a great place to work.

• Permanent opportunity based in beautiful Broome
• Competitive salary: earn upto $110K pa + super + housing assistance
• Earn while you learn – we cover the cost of nationally recognised qualifications (Certificate II & III in Water Operations)
• Enjoy work-life balance – no FIFO, be home every night

Enjoy squeaky white-sand beaches, tropical delight along the coast of Kimberley region

Kick start your new career as a Civil Operator along the coastal pearling port of Broome, which is full of history, tropical delight and a multicultural melting pot. Not only will you add a nationally recognised qualification to your belt (which we pay for), you'll also learn a set of extra skills that could have you on your way to a senior technical or leadership role.

Sounds good, but how do you get a foot in the water industry door?... It's relatively straightforward. All you need is an interest for learning new things and a love of the outdoors.

What does a Civil Operator do?

Picture a plumber fixing a burst pipe in your house. Now think about a leaking pipe in the street.

Same problem. The only difference is you're keeping your community's water and wastewater systems running.

As a Civil Operator, you're regularly outdoors. You're digging trenches, inspecting pipelines, and repairing broken water and sewer services.

You're learning a collection of skills that can set you on your way to a technical, management or leadership role.

Your main concern is keeping the Water supply and Sewer networks running. That's finding and fixing faults on pipes and joints as well as pump stations and tank sites

It's upgrading the water supply network and it's understanding the end-to-end water cycle and how water networks help your local community.

You will be playing a big part in maintaining some of the 56,800km of pipelines that stretch across WA.

Who are we?

When you join Water Corporation, you play an important role for the people of WA. Our services are essential for life - everyday, millions of Western Australians rely on us to deliver and manage water across our state.

If you're driven to make a meaningful contribution, you've come to the right place.

Real benefits that matter

• Real flexibility with options to work from home, 9-day fortnight, flexible work hours
• Two well-being days each year to do whatever you need to do to feel good
• Access to long service leave pro rata after 3 years of service
• Generous co-contribution superannuation scheme, which offers up to 16%. This includes an 12% standard employer contribution, plus an additional 2% employer co-contribution that matches your own 2% contribution.
• Purchase additional leave of up to 12 weeks or work 4 years at a reduced salary and take the fifth year off as paid leave

Discover more benefits we offer to support the unique and individual ways our employees live.

Sounds good, what's in it for me?

Other benefits include but are not limited to:

• 17.5% extra pay when taking annual leave
• Annual leave travel concession
• Pro-rata access to long service leave after three years of continuous service
• Purchased leave options including working for four years at 80% salary and then taking the fifth year off as paid
• Professional development programs, and more
• Opportunity to participate in a standby roster

Mix in a supportive, family-friendly culture, a healthy starting salary, and you will have just found yourself a career with Water Corporation.

Sound like a match? Apply today

If you are interested in the above opportunity, please submit a covering letter and resume that best demonstrates your skills and experience as well as your ability to meet the requirements of the role.

Applications close 17th September 2025

As part of the recruitment process you will be required to complete Pre-Employment screening which may include a medical, qualification check police clearance and Australian working rights check.

We reserve the right to withdraw this ad prior to the closing date.

Our commitment to a diverse and inclusive workplace:

Diversity and inclusion are more than words. They guide us on building a thriving workforce that reflects the diversity of our customers and our community.

We encourage applications from every background, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, women, youth, LGBTQIA+ folks and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

We are committed to ensuring an accessible and inclusive work environment to enable people with disability to participate fully in all aspects of employment.

Applicants with disability who require adjustments, or alternative methods of communication in the recruitment process, can contact a Recruitment Officer at or

To read our diversity and inclusion statement, please visit our website