The Company Concentis is partnering with Gladstone Area Water Board (GAWB) to source a Water Quality Officer to
Join their Network Team to support the delivery of scientific, analytical and reporting that strengthens the effective management of water quality across GAWB's water supply network and operational assets.
Gladstone Area Water Board (GAWB) is a commercial Statutory Authority constituted under the Water Act **** whose purpose is to supply bulk water to major consumers in the Gladstone Region.
GAWB manages a variety of assets ranging from major water storage through to pump stations, pipelines, storage tanks and water treatment plants.
It takes measures to protect the quantity and quality of present and future water supplies and provides, operates and maintains recreational facilities and fish fingerling production facilities and stocking programs.
The organisation is committed to the local and hands‐on relationships with their customers and community to drive continued innovation.
The company's vision is to deliver safe and reliable water services to enhance the liveability of the region.
About the role:
Reporting to the Senior Water Quality Specialist, as the Water Quality Officer will provide scientific, analytical and reporting support across source waters, storages, treatment systems and distribution networks.
You will be responsible for validating and interpreting water quality data, supporting compliance obligations, assisting with investigations, and contributing to the ongoing management of GAWB's Drinking Water Quality Management Plan.
You key responsibilities will include:
Supporting the implementation and maintenance of water quality systems and procedures
Reviewing laboratory, field and operational data to identify trends, anomalies and emerging issues
Assisting with water quality investigations and incident response activities
Preparing accurate and concise reports for operational, management and regulatory purposes
Maintaining monitoring records,



action registers and compliance documentation
Supporting water quality monitoring and reporting activities associated with the Fitzroy to Gladstone Pipeline
Extract, validate and analyse water quality data to prepare accurate management, customer and regulatory reports and recommended actions while maintaining traceable records and supporting documentation
Undertaking sampling, field testing and monitoring activities across GAWB assets
Working collaboratively with operational teams, laboratories and contractors
Essential experience/capabilities:
Tertiary qualifications in Environmental Science, Science, Engineering or a related discipline, or equivalent industry experience
Water industry or water quality monitoring experience
Demonstrated experience in scientific, environmental, chemical, microbiological or water quality related work
Strong analytical and problem solving skills with the ability to interpret data and identify trends
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including data analysis, pivot tables and reporting
Well developed technical report writing and documentation skills
Desirable experience:
Knowledge of the Australian Drinking Water Guidelines (ADWG)
Experience with SCADA systems, SwimLocal or water quality databases
Experience using R for data analysis and reporting
Recreational Marine Driver licence (RMDL)
Benefits:
Competitive remuneration with *****% super and access to a range of wellbeing advantages
Meaningful work supporting regional water security
Join a respected organisation with a strong reputation and long‐term career opportunities
Supporting a Diverse WorkforceWe welcome and support all applicants, from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, the LGBTI+ community, mature workers, people with disabilities and impairments, and people from different cultural and religious backgrounds.
Concentis and the partners we work with, are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to ensuring a working environment where everyone feels included and is treated fairly with respect and equal consideration.
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📌 Water Quality Officer (Gladstone Central)
🏢 Concentis
📍 Gladstone Central