Water & Wastewater Treatment Operator
Core
Operate and maintain Reverse Osmosis (RO) and wastewater treatment plant systems to ensure safe, compliant, and efficient water service delivery on Rottnest Island.
Role type
Water & Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator
Builds
Potable water supply and treated wastewater infrastructure for Rottnest Island
Domain
Water treatment / Environmental services / Island operations
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Wastewater treatment plant operations, Biological/chemical/mechanical treatment processes, SCADA data interpretation, Problem-solving, Manual handling, Safety compliance (WHS)
Preferred skills
Certificate III/IV in Water Industry Operations, Confined Space Entry certification, Chemical Handling training, Remote/island-based operations experience
Technologies
SCADA systems, Pumps, Blowers, Process equipment
Responsibilities
Operate RO plant and wastewater treatment systems (primary, secondary, tertiary), Monitor plant performance and chemical dosing, Conduct routine inspections and preventative maintenance, Collect and test water/wastewater samples, Respond to alarms and operational faults
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC
