Process Operator

Who are we?

When you join Water Corporation, you play an important role for the people of WA. Our services are essential for life - everyday, millions of Western Australians rely on us to deliver and manage water across our state.

If you’re driven to make a meaningful contribution, you’ve come to the right place.

We have a permanent full-time opportunity for a Process Operator, based at our Woodman Point Water Resource Recovery Facility.

Woodman Point is WA’s largest wastewater treatment plant and has recently undergone a significant upgrade on the liquid stream.

We are about to embark on a further upgrade to the solids stream which will make Woodman Point one of the most modern and efficient wastewater processing plants in the country.

Are you ready to take on a hands-on role that keeps essential infrastructure running smoothly?

We're on the hunt for a motivated individual to operate and coordinate wastewater treatment processes with precision and efficiency.

In this role, you'll be at the heart of the action monitoring plant operations, investigating issues, reporting faults, collecting crucial data, and even conducting some laboratory analysis of samples.

You'll play a key part in ensuring everything runs safely and effectively within prescribed guidelines.

We’re looking for someone eager to learn the ins and outs of wastewater treatment.

If you thrive in an environment where no two days are the same and love problem-solving on the go, this is the perfect role for you!

Your primary task will be operating the brand-new Cap Combi 3200 CL wet (Scania) to perform Vac and Jetting works on various assets. It’s hands-on, dynamic, and critical to maintaining our infrastructure.

• You must hold a HR license to apply.

What You'll Be Doing:

Operate & Troubleshoot wastewater treatment processes and assets to ensure smooth functionality.

Collect & Analyse wastewater samples, providing key insights into system performance.

Isolate & Clean assets, keeping everything in top condition for reliable operations.

Optimize treatment processes, identifying improvements for greater efficiency.

Manage Data by entering and maintaining crucial records across various systems.

This role is hands-on, dynamic, and essential to keeping vital infrastructure running at its best! Ready to take the plunge?

Key skills and experience:

• HR license (essential)
• HP & Vac truck experience (preferred)
• CSE and Working at Heights experience (preferred)
• Controlled Waste driver’s license (preferred)
• Knowledge in sampling and analysis
• Ability to troubleshoot wastewater related issues.
• A background in water treatment, mining, or plumbing
• Experience in working in a team environment.

Real benefits that matter.

• Flexible work options
• Two well-being days each year to do whatever you need to do to feel good
• Access to long service leave pro rata after 3 years of service
• Generous co-contribution superannuation
• 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

Discover more benefits we offer to support the unique and individual ways our employees live.

Start your application for this job!

If you are interested in the above opportunity, please submit a covering letter and resume that best demonstrates your ability to meet the requirements of the role.

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.

Applications close Sunday 29th June 2025

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, or alternative methods of communication in the recruitment process, can contact a Recruitment Officer at [email protected] or 9420 2000.

To read our diversity and inclusion statement, please visit our website