Plant Supervisor
Core
Lead frontline operations and maintenance at a major water treatment facility, ensuring safety, compliance, and client satisfaction while actively supporting plant operators and technicians.
Role type
Senior IC plant supervisor (water treatment)
Builds
Commercial/industrial membrane water treatment systems (RO, desalination)
Domain
Water infrastructure / Industrial water treatment
Required skills
Mechanical/Electrical trade qualification, Water treatment certification, WHSE compliance, Team leadership, Operational planning, Remote site management, Client relations, Budgeting, Continuous improvement
Preferred skills
Municipal water experience, Frontline management qualifications, Trainer/Assessor qualifications, High-Risk licences, First Aid, Forklift/Telehandler/Crane licences
Technologies
Reverse osmosis (RO), Desalination systems, Membrane treatment technology
Responsibilities
Lead and mentor plant operations teams, Coordinate daily operational and maintenance activities, Support work planning and shutdowns, Monitor plant performance with engineering teams, Act as primary site operational contact for clients, Manage site rostering and workforce planning, Drive safety and compliance initiatives, Assist with performance reporting and budgeting
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
