About the role
As a Scheme Process Operator, you'll play a critical role in ensuring the safe and efficient operation of our Water & Wastewater schemes for the town of Onslow. You'll be responsible for monitoring, maintaining and optimising the seawater desalination plant, Borefield operations which includes electrified, diesel & Hybrid power generation to operate and control associated water supply sources & treatment processes.
You will also play a vital role in keeping your community's water and wastewater systems running smoothly, inspecting pipelines and repairing essential water and sewer services.
Working both independently and as part of a skilled team, you'll oversee daily plant and scheme operations. Conduct water quality testing, troubleshoot equipment issues, and ensure compliance with environmental and safety standards. This hands‐on role requires strong technical knowledge, attention to detail, and a commitment to delivering reliable water & wastewater services to the community.
You'll also contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and maintain accurate operational records.
What you can expect with this role
1. Operate and monitor desalination processes (RO/UF and associated systems) in compliance with water quality and production targets
2. Operate and monitor the Cane River borefield scheme in accordance with water quality, source balancing & licencing requirements.
3. Maintain and repair the water and sewer reticulation networks within the town of Onslow. Including the repair of pipework, Maintaining sewer pump stations and general civil works.
4. Conduct routine inspections, testing and adjustments to optimise plant & scheme performance.
5. Perform planned maintenance, troubleshoot issues & perform corrective action within your skillset
6. Conduct water samples to ensure compliance within water quality standards
7. Maintain accurate records of operational data, maintenance activities, and safety checks
8. Participate in an on‐call roster, responding to after‐hours alarms and faults within the Onslow water and wastewater schemes.
9. Collaborate with other operators and technical staff to optimise plant performance
Your skills and experience
10. Experience in complex process plant operation, ideally in desalination, water treatment, or similar industries. Essential
11. Certificate II, III or IV in Water Industry Operations (or equivalent) desirable
12. Strong understanding of water quality standards and environmental regulations
13. Ability to interpret P&IDs, technical drawings, and SCADA systems.
14. Ability to work independently and as part of a team
15. Good problem‐solving and mechanical aptitude
16. Able to establish a good rapport with customers within the community
17. Basic computer skills for data entry and reporting
18. Willingness to be on‐call as required
Real benefits that matter
19. 9‐day fortnight
20. Two well‐being days each year to do whatever you need to do to feel good
21. Access to long service leave pro rata after 3 years of service with full long service after 7 years
22. Take advantage of our co‐contribution superannuation scheme. Receive a 12% employer contribution and enjoy an additional 2% employer co‐contribution when you elect to salary sacrifice 2%
23. Option to purchase additional leave of up to 12 weeks or work 4 years at a reduced salary and take the fifth year off as paid leave
24. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural and ceremonial leave of up to 5 days so you can maintain your cultural connection and wellbeing
25. Air Conditioning Subsidy
26. An additional 38 hours (5 days) annual leave
27. Additional Leave Travel Concession
28. Additional Allowances Including Overtime and Standby available
Discover more benefits we offer to support the unique and individual ways our employees live.
Applications close Friday 12th May 2026
As part of the recruitment process you will be required to complete Pre‐Employment screening which may include a medical, qualification check police clearance and Australian working rights check.
We reserve the right to withdraw this ad prior to the closing date.
Our commitment to a diverse and inclusive workplace
Diversity and inclusion are more than words. They guide us on building a thriving workforce that reflects the diversity of our customers and our community.
We encourage applications from every background, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, women, youth, LGBTQIA+ folks and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
We are committed to ensuring an accessible and inclusive work environment to enable people with disability to participate fully in all aspects of employment.
Applicants with disability who require adjustments during the recruitment process including an alternative format of the application form, can contact a Recruitment Officer at recruitment@watercorporation.com.au or 08 9420 2000.
To read our diversity and inclusion statement, please visit our website.
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