YOUR ROLE
We’re seeking a motivated and reliable Treatment Plant Operator to help manage and maintain Goulburn and Marulan’s water treatment plants, pump stations, and reservoirs. This hands-on role includes monitoring operations, performing routine maintenance, collecting and analysing water samples, and ensuring compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards.
If you’re eager to learn and looking to build a career in water services, we’d love to hear from you!
YOUR WORKING ENVIRONMENT (for eligible employees)
A commencing weekly rate of $1,249 with progression up to $1,406 dependent upon skills and experience, plus 12% superannuationWork a 9-day fortnight, based on a 38-hour working weekAccess to 2 health and wellbeing leave days for your Christmas breakAccess to 3 weeks sick leave per year, cumulative where unusedSalary packaging options available including novated leasingAccess to long service leave after 5 years of employmentGenerous paid parental leave arrangements for both parentsGenerous reward and recognition programs and initiatives
YOUR CAREER
A supportive environment to assist you to reach your career goalsAccess to ongoing professional development and individual development plansOngoing training and support through Council’s cultural development programMentoring and coaching programsOpportunities for secondments and higher-grade duties arrangementsAccess to e-learning platforms
YOUR WELLBEING
A suite of health and wellbeing programs offered each yearFree vaccinations and health checksA supportive and inclusive workplace and culture where your opinion is valuedA range of mentally healthy workplace initiatives and support from mental health championsStaff fitness initiativesAccess to a confidential counselling service for you and your family
The contact officer for this position is Damien Webster, Supervisor Water Treatment on (02) 4823 4560.
Applications close Friday, 26th September 2025 at 5:00pm.
This position is subject to relevant pre-employment checks and all applicants must have the right to live and work in Australia.
Council is an Equal Employment Prospect and Child Safe Organisation. We are committed to building a workplace culture that values diversity and inclusion, and welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, workers of all ages, people with disabilities, people who identify as LGBTIQA+ and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
📌 Treatment Plant Operator - Water
🏢 Goulburn Mulwaree Council
📍 Bowral