Water Treatment Project Officer / Operator
Lithgow Region | $90,000–$120,000 + Super | Site-based
I'm recruiting a
Project Officer
to join the team responsible for managing and rehabilitating a large former power station site in the Lithgow region.
This is a hands‐on role with a particular focus on the site's
Water Treatment Plant operations
, while also getting involved across broader environmental and engineering activities.
The site includes former ash repositories and a declared ash dam and is undergoing significant long-term environmental management, remediation and rehabilitation works. There is extensive environmental monitoring and interaction with environmental regulators.
The role
You'll work closely with the site's engineering and environmental team across areas including:
Day-to-day
Water Treatment Plant operation and monitoring
Water quality and environmental monitoring
Coordinating maintenance and operational activities
Environmental compliance and record keeping
Working with contractors and technical consultants
Assisting with environmental and engineering projects across the site
Troubleshooting operational issues
Supporting reporting and regulatory requirements
General project coordination and site activities
It's a role that will suit someone who likes being
out on site and involved in the practical side of environmental management
, rather than sitting behind a desk all week.
Who I'm looking for
Ideally you'll have around
2–5 years' experience




and come from one of the following backgrounds:
Environmental Engineer
Environmental Scientist
Water / Process Engineer
Water Treatment Plant Operator
A degree in
Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science or a related discipline
would be preferred, particularly given the broader environmental responsibilities of the position.
However, I'd also be interested in someone with solid hands‐on
Water Treatment Plant operational experience
. That could potentially include someone from a
trade background
such as electrical or plumbing if they have the right plant experience.
You don't need to be a senior specialist. I'm looking for someone practical, technically capable and comfortable taking responsibility for day‐to‐day activities on an operational site.
Location
This is predominantly a
site‐based position in the Lithgow region
.
Someone already living around
Lithgow / Blue Mountains / Central West
would be ideal, or someone willing to relocate to the area.
DIDO from Sydney may be considered for the right person
, although a locally based candidate is strongly preferred.
Salary
$90,000–$120,000 base + Super
, depending on experience.
This is a particularly good opportunity for an Environmental Engineer/Scientist with a couple of years' experience who wants to move into a role combining
water treatment, environmental management and practical site/project work
.
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📌 Water Treatment Project Officer / Operator (New South Wales)
🏢 Hart Recruitment
📍 New South Wales