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About the Company 

SA Water is a successful, modern water utility wholly owned by the Government of South Australia. We employ more than 1,700 people across a broad range of disciplines who operate more than $14 billion worth of infrastructure to deliver essential water and sewerage services to more than 1.8 million South Australians.

We operate in a geographically and climatically diverse service area, with sites and locations from Ceduna through to Port Augusta, the Anangu Pitjantjatjara Yankunytjatjara (APY) Lands, across to the Riverland, down to Mount Gambier, and most places in between.

Our strength and expertise have been shaped by our history. For more than 165 years, South Australians have depended on us to innovate and deliver efficient and sustainable water services. With nationally and internationally recognised industry expertise, we’re focused on understanding and meeting our customers’ expectations.

As well as safely delivering smart and reliable services for our customers of today, we innovate to shape the water solutions of the future that will support thriving economies and healthy communities.

We are driven by our values; we value our people, we do work that matters, we keep it real, we know that our work has impact and we are future focussed. Staying true to our values ensures that we consistently deliver positive outcomes for all South Australians.

About the Role

Are you ready to make a career move that combines your passion for water, your love of nature, and a vibrant, community-driven lifestyle? Then we want to hear from you.

This role supports the Production and Treatment Team in the day to day plant operations and ensuring the water quality guidelines are achieved. Embrace a career path that’s as rewarding as it is exciting and enjoy the stunning surroundings of the Fleurieu Peninsula and Adelaide Hills.

While the role will be primarily based at Summit near Mt Barker, as part of the Southern team, there will be opportunities to work across six water treatment plants on the Fleurieu Peninsula and Kangaroo Island to ensure operational coverage. This means you’ll have the opportunity to work across a variety of sites, with some intrastate travel as required. Participation in an on‑call roster and occasional out‑of‑hours work will also form part of this position.

About the Person 

At SA Water, we are committed to helping our people grow. Whether you are new to the field or have experience, we are interested in your potential, and offer a range of on the job training through to gaining your Certificate 3 in Water Treatment Operations through Tafe. We are seeking for someone who consistently demonstrates commitment, attention to detail, a strong technical mindset with a customer focus and outstanding personal integrity and values.  If you don’t meet every requirement but feel excited about this role, we encourage you to apply, training will be provided — your strengths and potential may be exactly what we’re looking for.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Weekly plant inspections and data gathering / input
• Routine plant maintenance (repair/service/calibration of plant equipment)
• Responding to plant / equipment failures
• The ordering and restocking of chemicals and other plant consumables
• The monitoring of plant performance and optimisation of water treatment processes within set parameters / guidelines
• Conduct daily operations in accordance with documented quality assured system procedures.
• Input into development/improvement of quality system procedures.
• Collaborate effectively to ensure team goals are achieved.

Your success in this role will come from: 

• Ability to work under limited direction
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
• Be a team player and have a positive attitude
• Have high attention to detail
• Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office
• White Card
• Current driver’s licence
• Experience interacting with computer-based SCADA systems (desirable)

Further information can be found in the attached PD –  Water Treatment Operator.docx

To apply, click 'Apply'. Please submit and complete the application form, upload a cover letter and current resume. For enquiries, please contact Tayla Pett from the Talent Acquisition team tayla.pett@sawater.com.au

Applications close 5pm, Tuesday 17th February 2025.

A great customer experience is best achieved by having a diverse and inclusive team that reflects the community we serve. Applications are encouraged from everyone, including people living with disability, job seekers of all ages, members of the LGBTIQA+ community, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people from culturally diverse backgrounds. 

Our Industry is like no other. Dive into the wonderful world of water and explore the boundless opportunities. Learn more about the water industry at careersinwater.com.au 

Please note: We request that recruitment agencies do not submit candidates for this position, as they will not be accepted.