Wastewater Operations Integration Specialist

Description:

We are seeking a dynamic Wastewater Operations Integration Specialist to join Coliban Water on a full-time, 3-year fixed-term contract. This is a rare opportunity to act as a subject matter operational expert and play a pivotal role in a transformational project.

Overview of role:

As our Wastewater Operations Integration Specialist, you will be the vital link between capital project delivery and daily operations during the Big Water Build - Coliban Water's once-in-a-generation capital works program.

Reporting to the Lead Process Engineer, you'll represent operations through the design, construction, commissioning, and proving phases of major wastewater upgrades, including the Bendigo Solids Handling Project. You'll ensure new treatment assets are safe, efficient, and fully integrated into live operations

Key Responsibilities:

As our Wastewater Operations Integration Specialist, you'll be accountable for:

Be the on-the-ground operational subject matter expert for major upgrades at Bendigo and Castlemaine WRPs.

Lead the interface between operations and project teams, ensuring safe, compliant commissioning of new treatment systems.

Provide critical operational input during design, installation and start-up 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 infrastructure is safe and practical to operate.

About you:

10+ years of hands-on operational experience in the water sector (wastewater focus preferred).

Expertise in biological nutrient removal, sludge handling, chemical dosing, and process optimisation.

Proven ability to manage wastewater treatment infrastructure within regulations.

A strong communicator who thrives in team environments and leads from the field.

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

Enquiries:

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

To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter by 11:59pm, Sunday 5 October.

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.