Treatment Plant Operator

• Permanent Full Time
• Supportive Work/Life Balance
• Treatment Plant Operator Level 9 per annum $140,123 (inclusive of 10% A&R) (LGIA Stream B)
• Location – Rockhampton

Your new role

Fitzroy River Water is looking for a motivated Treatment Plant Operator who's excited to play a key role in delivering safe, high-quality water and sewerage services to our community.

You'll bring strong technical know-how, a safety-first mindset and the confidence to operate and fine-tune treatment processes that keep our systems performing at their best. If you enjoy variety, solving problems on the go and working both independently and within a supportive team, then this is the role for you. 

What we are looking for

• Strong technical knowledge of water treatment processes, regulatory requirements and water quality standards.
• Proven ability to operate, monitor and maintain treatment plant systems, including inspections, calibrations, chemical handling and accurate data recording.
• A self-motivated operator who can work independently, prioritise tasks, solve problems and make sound operational decisions.
• A team-focused communicator who provides excellent customer service.
• Appropriate qualifications and hands-on treatment plant experience.

What you need to do next

To apply for this opportunity, please submit two documents:

1. A 2-4 page Cover Letter addressing the Application Criteria below;
2. Your Current resume.

Application Criteria

• Certificate II or higher in Water and/or Sewage Treatment Plant Operation and experience as an operator of water treatment plants.
• Knowledge of fundamentals of water treatment processes and drinking water supply systems.
• Ability to communicate effectively and liaise with all key stakeholders ensuring a positive outcome is reached.
• Ability to work independently and make sound operational decisions, showing strong problem-solving skills, effective task prioritisation and a commitment to maintaining a safe, risk-aware work environment.

Please use Council’s cover letter template and ensure you clearly label each Application Criteria in your cover letter.

Click the ‘Apply’ button to complete your online application.

Applications Close: Monday 30 March 2026 at Midnight (AEST)