Wastewater Process Commissioning Supervisor

Overview of role:

As our Wastewater Process Commissioning Supervisor, you will play a critical role in bridging project delivery and operational excellence for the Bendigo and Castlemaine Water Reclamation Plant upgrades.

Reporting to the Lead Process Engineer, you will lead the operational interface for our major wastewater treatment upgrades. Your focus will be on ensuring safe, efficient, and compliant commissioning of new plant assets and processes, while supporting seamless integration with ongoing operations.

Key Responsibilities:

As our Wastewater Process Commissioning Supervisor, you'll be accountable for:

• Act as the operational subject matter expert for major projects, including the Bendigo Solids Handling Upgrade Project.
• Lead operational input during design, construction, commissioning, and proving phases.
• Coordinate between contractors, consultants, and Coliban Water teams to ensure smooth project integration.
• Build in-depth process knowledge, develop operating procedures, and mentor the wastewater operations team.
• Champion a strong safety culture and ensure new assets are safe to operate and maintain.

About you:

• 10+ years' operational experience in the water sector (wastewater focus preferred).
• Strong and proven expertise in wastewater treatment processes with hands-on experience.
• Proven ability to manage wastewater treatment infrastructure within regulations.

Sound like you? We'd love to hear from you.

Learn more in the position description

Salary:

The salary and conditions for this position will be as per the Coliban Water Enterprise Agreement 2021 Band 4 salary range $93,548 - $112,895 + Superannuation will be offered to the successful candidate commensurate with their skills and experience. Job Type: Full time, Fixed term 3 years.

Enquiries:

For further information please contact Jessica Dore on or via email at

To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter by 11 September 2025.

Why join us?

At Coliban Water our people are on a mission to create a better life for our customers and communities – now and tomorrow.

We love what we do and our location in the centre of a region that takes in 49 towns from Trentham to Echuca.

Our commitment to inclusion means you'll feel at home here no matter who you are, who you love, or what you stand for. As part of the team, you receive a monthly accrued day off, time off over Christmas, the flexibility to shape your work to suit your lifestyle, and generous parental, carer and workplace study leave policies.

At Coliban Water we balance a small team rhythm with the reach and resources of one of the largest Victorian regional urban water corporations.

What are you waiting for? We'd love you to join us.

Applicants will need to successfully complete all core training requirements in the expected timeframes and may be required to undertake a Police Check, Working with Children Check, Pre-Employment Medicals or Psychometric testing where applicable. Applicants may also be required to produce evidence of their Right to Work in Australia.

We welcome applications from individuals of all abilities. We are committed to creating an accessible and inclusive workplace for everyone, including people with disabilities and diverse abilities. If you need any support during the application process or would like to discuss interview adjustments, please contact Jessica Dore on or via email at

Please indicate any adjustments (administrative, environmental, or procedural) you may need to effectively participate in the recruitment process and/or carry out the requirements of the role you are applying for.

Please note that applicants may be contacted prior to the closing date of this advertisement.