Title:  Operator - Water Treatment

About Veolia

Create positive change. Be a champion of Ecological Transformation.

Join Veolia, a global leader with over 170 years of experience, operating in 40+ countries with 220,000 employees worldwide, including 6,500 staff across 300 sites in Australia and New Zealand. As part of our team, you'll contribute to crucial environmental solutions through our innovative Water, Waste, Energy and Industrial Services, helping protect the environment and address essential human needs for a sustainable future.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a casual Wastewater Treatment Operator with water industry operations experience/currently studying engineering, science or related field to assist in the operation and maintenance of a leachate/wastewater treatment plant in Carrara. This is a casual role with an attractive hourly rate. This position offers the chance to work with cutting-edge technology and contribute to essential environmental projects.

What's on offer

• Casual position with flexible working hours.

• Attractive hourly rate with overtime paid on an hourly basis

• Diverse and varied role

• Opportunity for career growth and skill development

What you'll be responsible for

• Operate, monitor and maintain the biological nutrient reduction water treatment plant.

• Provide support as required to the Site Supervisor including annual leave coverage.

• Assist the project/process engineers in undertaking improvement and optimisation initiatives.

• Carry out water sampling with a high degree of care to prevent cross contamination.

• Maintain asset integrity by regular inspections, services and testing to ensure maximum uptime.

• Work closely with stakeholders to ensure contract obligations are met.

• Undertake routine maintenance activities including supervision of work orders and maintaining a spare parts inventory.

What you'll need to be successful

• Experience in water treatment operations.

• A working knowledge of mechanical and electrical drawings, equipment and components.

• Previous experience in water sampling and/or testing is highly regarded.

• Be able to pass a criminal history check and Department of Defence baseline security clearance.

Why Veolia?

At Veolia, we support our people both at work and beyond. Enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits designed to help you thrive, including:

• Generous paid parental leave and a paid volunteer day

• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements

• Superannuation contributions on unpaid parental leave

• Fitness Passport and discounted health insurance

• Employee Assistance Program (Thrive) for you and your family

• Car allowances, novated leasing, and vehicle discounts

• Bonus and referral programs, plus employee share plan

• Ongoing professional development and clear career pathways

Veolia is committed to ensuring every employee returns home safely every day under our Always Safe Charter.

Join a team that values your wellbeing, growth, and contribution—while making a real impact on the environment and our communities.

Fairness, Diversity & Inclusion

Veolia is committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued and respected. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are dedicated to providing a safe, supportive, and accessible environment. If you require adjustments to the recruitment process, please let us know so we can support you.

Discover more about our benefits, culture, and commitment to diversity at anz.veolia.com/careers.

We value your interest in our employment opportunities and commit to respond to all applications.

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.