Team Leader Water Quality

About the role
Team Leader – Water Quality is responsible for the development, implementation, and management of Lower Murray Water's Drinking Water Quality Management Plan to ensure delivery of potable water in compliance with regulatory requirements for safe drinking water.
Reporting to the Manager Water Quality & Environment, you will provide technical support to the manager and guidance to water treatment plant operators to ensure LMW provides the community with quality and safe drinking water.
Responsibilities
Contribute to a safety-first culture
Ensure operations in water treatment plants are aligned with the Drinking Water Quality Management Plan
Provide internal audit services and develop, review, and modify Drinking Water Quality Management Plan procedures, SOPs, monitoring and recording processes
Summarise, interpret, and report on water quality data and trends to monitor the effectiveness of the Drinking Water Quality Management Plan
Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual Water Quality performance reports
Provide guidance, support, and constructive feedback to team members to enhance their professional development
About you
Reporting to the Manager Water Quality & Environment, you will lead in the development, implementation, and management of LMW's Drinking Water Quality Risk Management Plan. You will provide technical support and guidance to water treatment plant operators to ensure LMW provides the community with quality and safe drinking water, while meeting regulatory and reporting requirements.
To be successful, you will have or be willing to develop:
Demonstrated experience in managing Drinking Water Quality Risk Management Plan and Health Based Targets
Experience in water treatment systems, processes, and technologies
Experience in developing staff and creating a positive supportive environment
Experience in developing and carrying out investigations – with focus on water treatment
Demonstrated ability to adapt to a constantly changing operating environment
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to consult and negotiate with staff, customers, and external organisations to achieve win/win outcomes
We welcome applications from Graduate Engineers and professionals with experience in Water Quality who are seeking to contribute their expertise to a forward-thinking and impactful organisation.
What we offer
A friendly and inclusive culture
Flexible working options to support a healthy work-life balance
A dynamic workplace with new and exciting ventures
Health and wellbeing initiatives including an Employee Assistance Program
A strong focus on career and leadership development
Attractive salary and employment benefits under our Enterprise Agreement
Working at LMW will inspire you to be passionate, innovative and dynamic. We value the skills and abilities you bring and are committed to fostering a high-performing culture through coaching, development and learning opportunities.
How to apply
To apply for this role please complete an application form including responses to the following questions:
Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
What skills and experience will you bring to the role, particularly in water quality and people leadership?
Describe your understanding of drinking water supply and treatment plant processes.
Describe your experience in successfully adapting to a constantly changing operating environment
Email your application form and resume to (emailprotected) by
Sunday, 28 September 2025
. Enquiries can be directed to Vijay Ignatius - Manager Water Quality and Environment on or the Recruitment email address.
Appointment to this position is subject to a national criminal history check and fit-for-work evaluations including drug and alcohol screening. A criminal record does not automatically disqualify an applicant; each case is assessed on its merits.
We pride ourselves on an inclusive and diverse workforce. If you require assistance with your application or reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact our Diversity & Inclusion Officer – Steph on .
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