Want a practical job where you're learning on the tools, working with a supportive team, and building a long term career in an essential industry? Veolia is looking for a Trainee Water Treatment Plant Operator to join our operations team at the Springvale Mount Piper Power Station Water Treatment Facility near Lithgow.
You'll be trained to operate and maintain critical water treatment equipment that supports power generation and protects the environment—while working toward recognised operator competencies.
What's on offer
Secure, stable role with a global environmental services leader
Structured training & development with clear pathways to become a qualified Operator
Competitive pay and a team-oriented team culture
What you'll be responsible for
This is a day shift trainee role where you'll be supported by experienced operators and trained across the key parts of the plant, including:
Learning routine plant operations and
daily inspections
Completing
basic laboratory testing
(and building confidence to perform tests independently)
Learning
compliance-related sampling and testing
Supporting the team to raise and close out
work orders
in the maintenance system
Learning the
control room/SCADA basics
to understand the overall plant process
Training in
solids handling
, including filter press operation
Learning the
Permit to Work (PTW
)



system and isolation/lock-out processes
Working safely every day and following site safety requirements
Assisting with
site inspections and audits
(internal, client and compliance-related)
What you'll need to be successful
A strong
safety-first mindset
and willingness to follow procedures
Ability to
identify hazards and report incidents
promptly
Reliable, punctual, and takes pride in doing a job properly
Why Veolia?
Veolia is the world leader in environmental services—treating water, recovering resources, and helping communities operate more sustainably. What you do here has real impact: safe water systems, compliant operations, and better outcomes for the environment.
Competitive salary and benefits package
Professional development and training opportunities
Flexible working arrangements
Inclusive workplace culture – we celebrate diversity and foster belonging for all
Health and wellbeing programs supporting your physical and mental health
Purpose driven work contributing to a better world
Fairness, Diversity & Inclusion
We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTQI+ individuals, and people with disability. We're committed to a fair and transparent recruitment process based on merit.
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📌 Trainee Operator (New South Wales)
🏢 Veolia
📍 New South Wales