Title:  Water Operator

Shape the future of water sustainability with Australia's environmental leader.

Following our major  ten year contract win with Hunter Water Corporation, Veolia is seeking a dedicated Water Treatment Operator to join our Hunter Water team. Within this role you'll keep the water flowing safely to over 500,000 people across the Hunter region.


The Opportunity

You'll work across six different water treatment plants, so no two days are the same. It's hands on technical work with good equipment and proper training.

You'll be part of our 24/7 operations team, including some on call and weekend shifts.

What's on offer

• Good pay + Overtime

• Real opportunities to move up - we promote from within

• Varied role across multiple treatment facilities

• Comprehensive benefits 

• Stable job with a global company 

What you'll do

• Operate drinking water treatment plants safely and efficiently

• Monitor water quality parameters 

• Collect water samples and conduct laboratory analysis

• Perform routine maintenance and troubleshoot equipment issues

• Ensure compliance with Drinking Water Guidelines

• Maintain accurate operational and maintenance records

• Respond to water quality incidents following established protocol

• Identify and respond to treatment  process control issues (training provided)

What you'll need

• Experience in water treatment operations (preferred)

• SCADA system and process control experience (preferred) or strong aptitude for learning technical systems

• Understanding of mechanical and electrical equipment

• Chemical handling and safety knowledge

• Willingness to obtain Cert 3 in water industry 

A Veolia Career

At Veolia, we're building a more sustainable future through ecological transformation. Join our inclusive team that values diversity and offers excellent development opportunities.

We welcome applications from all backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, veterans, people with disabilities, and diverse communities.

Apply now to make a difference.


Veolia is committed to conducting recruitment in a fair, ethical and transparent manner based solely on merit. Candidates with direct or indirect personal/professional ties to Veolia and/or any third party related to Veolia business (including but not limited to Veolia's suppliers, customers, partners and competitors) must disclose this information.