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ETP Operator

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Job Number:
979520
Work type:
Permanent Full Time
Location:
Eastern Treatment Plant
Categories:
Operations and Maintenance, Other

Who we are

In Melbourne, water is essential to our way of life. As caretakers for Melbourne’s water cycle, we care for water, life and land throughout Melbourne: both its people and its biodiversity. Each time you drink from the tap, flush a toilet, run through a backyard sprinkler, or kayak down the Yarra—we’re there. Primed and ready, quietly delivering some of the world’s cleanest water for over five million residents and wildlife that call Melbourne home —just as we have for over 130 years.
If you value making it count, diving in with curiosity, and doing what’s right, you're in the right place.

About the Role:

The Eastern Treatment Plant (ETP) in Melbourne, one of Australia's most advanced wastewater treatment facilities, plays a crucial role in treating about 40% of the city's sewage, serving 1.6 million people. We are currently looking for an Operator to join our ETP Operations team at our Bangholme site. Reporting to the Lead Operator, you will be responsible for ensuring a safe working environment for capital or maintenance works and operate the plant to ensure compliance with Melbourne Water, legislative and EPA requirements.
 
For more information please review the Position Description: Download File Position_Description_-_ETP Operator.pdf

About you:

  • Ability to make decisions and remain focused in a rigorous technical environment.
  • Computer skills in word processing, spreadsheet and database applications.
  • Excellent level of oral and written communication skills.
  • Ability to develop analytical and problem solving skills
  • Ability to pass a Criminal Records check and AusCheck
  • Valid Victorian Driver’s license. 
One or more of the following will be highly regarded: 
  • A relevant Certificate 3 or greater in Water or Waste Water Operations
  • Electrical trade qualification with or without High Voltage Operations
  • Mechanical trade qualification
  • Experience with the operation of any water, waste water or production plant 

Why join us:

At Melbourne Water, we care about water and all life that springs from it. Our people are fuelled by passion, and with safety at the forefront, we have an unwavering sense of purpose, and are on a mission to protect every Melburnian’s way of life, one drop at a time.
We walk the talk when it comes to flexible working – but that’s not all. Our culture of purpose, safety, results, and learning permeates everything we do. We're dedicated to doing what's right, and this commitment extends to the meaningful work we do in a supportive and inclusive culture that encourages you to make the most of your talents. 
 
Our long-standing commitment to Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging means that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTIQA+ individuals, people living with disability, mature age and young jobseekers from all cultures can apply with confidence knowing they are safe, affirmed, and celebrated. 
 
If you’re curious, action-orientated, outcomes-focused, and care deeply for public resources, community, and the environment, we'd love to receive an application and learn if you could be a great fit.

How to Apply

Click the 'Apply Now' button below and complete our online application form.
 
Closing date: Tuesday 29th April 2025 at 11:55pm AEST
 
The Security of Critical Infrastructure (SoCI) Act 2018 requires Melbourne Water, as an operator of critical infrastructure, to prepare a Critical Infrastructure Risk Management Program (CIRMP), which has been undertaken and managed by the Security and Emergency Management Team.
Melbourne Water are required to assess roles across Melbourne Water to determine what roles are critical under the Act. All employees working in a role deemed SOCI critical will require additional background checks via AusCheck.  This role is deemed critical, and the preferred applicant will be asked to undertake an AusCheck.
The AusCheck process is outlined clearly in this presentation provided by AusCheck CI Critical Worker: Getting Started Guide | Rise 360 (articulate.com). This guide steps through each of the below steps in detail.

 

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