Water Operator TA Wanted!

We’re looking for a Water Operator based in Merredin to join a great team and play an important role in maintaining the local water supply and wastewater networks.

This is a hands-on outdoor role where no two days are exactly the same. You’ll be working across pipelines, water services, operational sites and public facilities, while developing valuable technical skills that can lead to future opportunities in technical, management or leadership roles.

What you’ll be doing

• Operating, maintaining, monitoring and repairing water and wastewater assets, operational sites and public facilities.
• Inspecting pipelines, identifying faults and repairing damaged pipes, joints and water services.
• Carrying out civil works, including digging trenches and other field-based activities.
• Supporting upgrades and maintenance of the local water supply network.
• Developing your understanding of the end-to-end water cycle and how water networks support the local community.
• Participating in safe job planning, team meetings and workplace inspections.
• Following all health and safety requirements, with safety always the number one priority.
• Participating in overtime and call-out rosters when required.

What you’ll need

• Current WA C Class Driver’s Licence.
• HR Class Driver’s Licence.
• Experience in civil work, water supply and/or wastewater systems.
• A strong commitment to workplace health and safety.
• A practical, hands-on approach and willingness to work outdoors.

What’s on offer

• Up to $51.52 per hour base rate.
• Overtime paid on top.
• 38 hours per week.
• Day shift roster.
• Overtime and call-outs as required.
• The opportunity to build valuable skills and experience in the water industry.
• The opportunity to work for a great company with pathways to develop your career.

Who we are

As one of Australia's largest employers, we work with great companies all around Australia and New Zealand to give you the best opportunities to work when and where you want to.

At Programmed, we are committed to creating a safe and inclusive environment which values and respects diverse styles, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.

We welcome and encourage women, people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent and people from diverse backgrounds to apply.

So it's over to you. If you would like to join our team, APPLY now.

To learn more about working with Programmed, we encourage you to visit our website.