Job Description

YOUR ROLE

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Join our team as a Water Networks Operator, contributing to the maintenance and construction of essential water and sewer infrastructure.

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In this hands-on role, you'll carry out installation and repairs on water and sewer infrastructure, operate plant and equipment, and complete various labourer tasks.

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YOUR WORKING WORKPLACE (for eligible employees)

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- A weekly salary between $1,237 – $1,393 dependent upon skills and experience, plus 12% superannuation
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- Work a 9-day fortnight, based on a 38-hour working week
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- Flexible and hybrid working arrangements under Council's Flex First Procedure including access to an individualised hours agreement
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- Access to 2 weeks sick leave per year, cumulative where unused
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- Access to 1-week MyLeave per year, to be utilised for any purpose
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- Access to long service leave after 5 years of employment
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- Salary packaging options available including novated leasing
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- Generous paid parental leave arrangements for both parents
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- Generous reward and recognition programs and initiatives
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YOUR CAREER

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- A supportive environment to assist you to reach your career goals
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- Access to ongoing professional development and individual development plans
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- Ongoing training and support through Council's cultural development program
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- Mentoring and coaching programs
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- Opportunities for secondments and higher-grade duties arrangements
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- Access to e-learning platforms
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YOUR WELLBEING

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- A suite of health and wellbeing programs offered each year
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- Free vaccinations and health checks
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- A supportive and inclusive workplace and culture where your opinion is valued
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- A range of mentally healthy workplace initiatives and support from mental health champions
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- Staff fitness initiatives
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- Access to a confidential counselling service for you and your family
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The contact officer for this position is Mathew Jones on (02) 4823 4537.

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Applications close Friday, 2nd October 2026 at 5:00pm.

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This position is subject to relevant pre-employment checks and all applicants must have the right to live and work in Australia.

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Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Child Safe Organisation. We are committed to building a workplace culture that values diversity and inclusion, and welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, workers of all ages, people with disabilities, people who identify as LGBTIQA+ and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

📌 Water Networks Operator (Goulburn)
🏢 Goulburn Mulwaree Council
📍 Goulburn