Water Treatment Project Officer / Operator
Lithgow Region | $90,000–$120,000 + Super | Site-based
I'm recruiting aProject Officerto 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'sWater 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-dayWater 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 beingout 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 around2–5 years' experienceand come from one of the following backgrounds:
Environmental Engineer
Environmental Scientist
Water / Process Engineer
Water Treatment Plant Operator
A degree inEnvironmental Engineering, Environmental Science or a related disciplinewould be preferred, particularly given the broader environmental responsibilities of the position.
However, I'd also be interested in someone with strong hands‐onWater Treatment Plant operational experience.
That could potentially include someone from atrade backgroundsuch 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 asite‐based position in the Lithgow region.
Someone already living aroundLithgow / Blue Mountains / Central Westwould 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 positive opportunity for an Environmental Engineer/Scientist with a couple of years' experience who wants to move into a role combiningwater 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