Overview
Water Treatment Plant Operator - Northern
Classification GVW2: $58,500 - $78,532 + Super
Goulburn Valley Region Water Corporation
About the role
Goulburn Valley Water (GVW) provides quality water and wastewater services to 54 towns in North Central Victoria. Our core purpose is to deliver safe, reliable, and affordable water services to residential, commercial and industrial customers. We are looking for a Water Treatment Operator to join the Northern Water Treatment team and help ensure the continuous supply of secure, clean drinking water to our customers.
Based in Shepparton or Cobram, you will work with the Corporation's Water Treatment Plants and facilities spanning our Shepparton and Cobram service areas. You will be responsible for providing the community with safe and quality water at sites including Shepparton, Mooroopna, Tatura, Kyabram, Tongala, Rushworth and Murchison through to Cobram, Numurkah, Nathalia and surrounding towns. You will operate and maintain treatment systems, participate in construction of current works, and assist with preventive and routine maintenance while ensuring delivery of quality water services. You will also perform regular administrative tasks and respond to customer queries and service complaints. Sound information technology skills and/or the ability to learn new systems are required to assist in the operation of our treatment plants.
There is no minimum qualification required to start, but water industry training to work on water networks will be provided. The work is outdoors and hands-on; a strong safety focus is essential. We welcome both experienced operators and those transitioning from related skills who are motivated to learn.
About you
To be considered you should demonstrate some of the following:
- Certificate 3 Water Industry Treatment is preferred, or willingness to complete
- Understanding of (or interest in learning) hydraulics and mechanical plant
- Experience in resolving customer enquiries with a solid customer focus
- Physically capable of operating and maintaining water treatment assets
- Ability to perform mathematical calculations and interpret results
- Willingness to work rostered overtime and be available for emergency call out
- Strong OHS commitment and team orientation
- Ability to work with computer-based technology and learn new systems
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong organisational, self-management and problem-solving skills
- Adaptable, hands-on, enjoy outdoor work and all weather conditions
Please note all applicants must be an Australian Citizen, permanent resident or visa holder eligible to work in Australia and hold a current driver’s licence.
Where you'll be working
Based in the Greater Shepparton region and surrounding towns; details available on request. The region offers lifestyle benefits and opportunities to contribute to local communities.
What you'll get
You will join a diverse and inclusive organisation with strong ties to our regional community. Perks include:
- Classification GVW2: $58,500 - $78,532 + super (starting point depends on qualifications, skills and experience)
- Based in Shepparton or Cobram with regional lifestyle benefits
- Additional remuneration through allowances and on-call roster
- Predominantly outdoor work in all elements
- Opportunity to contribute to the team and regional liveability and prosperity
- Health, safety and wellbeing programs (flu vaccinations, skin checks, EAP)
- Supportive team culture
- Community Connect Program engagement
- Professional growth and development opportunities in the water industry
- Annual performance reviews and recognition
- Flexible, diverse and inclusive workplace
Application and next steps
Applications close 11.59pm Friday 17 October 2025. Please apply via our online portal by clicking the blue apply button. You will be asked to provide personal details, attach a cover letter, resume and address key selection criteria when prompted. For further information contact Jamie Madgwick, Manager - Water Operations on.
Note: Goulburn Valley Water is an equal opportunity employer valuing all people, diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.
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📌 Water Treatment Plant Operator - Northern
🏢 Goulburn Valley Water
📍 Shepparton