Title: Senior Process Engineer

Location:
Ballarat, VIC, AU, 3350

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The Opportunity

Ready to lead real change? As Senior Process Engineer, you'll drive water quality and process innovation across Ballarat's water and wastewater operations—serving over 160,000 people in one of Victoria's fastest growing regions.

You'll provide technical leadership on critical treatment operations, mentor junior engineers, and shape sustainable water management practices through a long term partnership with Central Highlands Water. This is meaningful work with genuine career progression and community impact.

What’s on Offer

Lead process optimisation for vital water and wastewater operations

Drive sustainability and innovation in a supportive team environment

Advance your career with a global leader in water solutions

What You’ll be Responsible for

Lead process optimisation and continuous improvement initiatives

Provide technical expertise on water quality, wastewater treatment, and recycled water management

Conduct process reviews and investigations to optimise plant performance

Mentor operational and technical teams

Drive Net Zero initiatives to reduce chemical and energy consumption

Ensure treated water meets contractual standards and regulatory requirements





Support business development and capital planning

What You’ll Need to Be Successful

Tertiary qualifications in chemical engineering or equivalent

Demonstrated experience in water or wastewater treatment operations

Sound knowledge of Australian Drinking Water Guidelines and relevant environmental legislation

Excellent report writing and communication skills

Why Join Us?

Career & Development

Professional development programs and clear career progression

Industry networking and technology advancement opportunities

Work Life Balance

Hybrid working arrangements

14 weeks paid parental leave + superannuation contributions on unpaid leave

One paid volunteer day annually

Employee Assistance Program (Thrive)

Financial Benefits

Competitive annual bonus program

Employee share plan with discounts

Novated car leases and vehicle allowances

Referral rewards up to $1,500

Veolia is committed to conducting recruitment in a fair, ethical and transparent manner based solely on merit. Candidates with direct or indirect personal/skilled 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.

📌 Senior Process Engineer (Lucas)
🏢 Veolia Environmental Services
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