Work Type:Permanent Full Time
Location:Blackwater
Directorate:Operations
Remuneration: Stream B, Level 6: $86,693.24 per annum inclusive of superannuation and locality allowance (5% increase as of July 2026)
Are you looking to start an exciting new career that offers development & progression opportunities?
The Water Utilities team at Central Highlands Regional Council are seeking entry level personnel for multiple Water Industry Operator positions in Blackwater.
As a Water Industry Operator, you will play a key role in a team that ensures the safe and uninterrupted water supply to our communities. You will be responsible for conducting water testing, chemical dosing and undertaking maintenance tasks across our various water assets includingwater and wastewater treatment plants, pump stations, and reservoirs. You will also complete quality monitoring and reporting, identify and report failures, assist with job planning and complete safety risk assessments.
As the start of a new career, we will provide you with hands on training and put you through a Certificate III in Water Industry Operations!
To be considered for this opportunity, you will need to possess:
* Positive attitude with the ability to work autonomously & within a team.
* Minimum of Queensland C class provisional manual drivers' licence.
* General Construction Induction Card.
* Willingness to obtain a Cert III Water Industry Operations.
* Willingness and ability to undertake working at heights, breathing apparatus and confined space training
Please note: If appointed to this position, you will be required to participate in an on-call roster. For applicants who live within the region but outside Blackwater, commuter vehicle use or carpooling options may also be available.
If this sounds like you, apply now!
Please download and review theposition description.
To be considered for this position, please include the following documents:
* A cover letter outlining your motivation for applying for this position
* Your resume detailing your career history relevant for this position
* Applicants who are progressed to the next stage of the recruitment process will be invited to participate in a shortlisting process.
For a confidential discussion, please contact a member of the Recruitment Team on 1300 242 686 during business hours or register your application by submitting your cover letter and resume.
Applications close: Monday 29th June 2026 at 12noon.
Please note: Applications may be progressed prior to the closing date.
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