Overview of role:

We're looking for Water Reclamation Plant Operators to help operate and maintain wastewater treatment facilities and the Bendigo Recycled Water Factory. You'll work as part of a team to ensure systems run safely, efficiently, and meet regulatory requirements while delivering reliable, recycled water services

Key Responsibilities:

- Monitor and operate wastewater treatment plants and lagoons.
- Inspect site conditions and plant performance.
- Collect operational data, samples, and test results.
- Perform routine and emergency maintenance.
- Monitor chemical dosing and stock levels.
- Use SCADA and other systems to track plant performance.
- Follow safety, environmental, and operational procedures.
- Identify opportunities to improve operations and efficiency.

About you:

You will ideally have:

- Experience in technical, trade, industrial, manufacturing, construction, or similar environments.
- Mechanical and/or electrical aptitude.
- A solid commitment to workplace health and safety.
- A Certificate III/IV qualification or relevant practical experience (desirable but not essential).
- Experience in water or wastewater treatment (desirable but not essential).

Sound like you? We’d love to hear from you.

Pay & Benefits:

- Competitive base salary
- Access to a work vehicle for commuter use
- Applicable standby, industry and special allowances
- Applicable overtime allowances

This role is a full-time ongoing position with weekend and on call requirements.

Enquiries:

For further information please contact Lauren Armstrong on 0487 111 *** or via email at ***************@coliban.com.au

To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter by COB Monday 23rd November 2026.

Why join us?





At Coliban Water our people are on a mission to create a better life for our customers and communities – now and tomorrow.

We love what we do and our location in the centre of a region that takes in 49 towns from Trentham to Echuca.

Our commitment to inclusion means you’ll feel at home here no matter who you are, who you love, or what you stand for. As part of the team you receive a monthly accrued day off, time off over Christmas, the flexibility to shape your work to suit your lifestyle, and generous parental, carer and workplace study leave policies.

At Coliban Water we balance a small team rhythm with the reach and resources of one of the largest Victorian regional urban water corporations.

What are you waiting for? We’d love you to join us.

Applicants will need to successfully complete all core training requirements in the expected timeframes and may be required to undertake a Police Check, Working with Children Check, Pre-Employment Medicals or Psychometric testing where applicable. Applicants may also be required to produce evidence of their Right to Work in Australia.

We welcome applications from individuals of all abilities. We are committed to creating an accessible and inclusive workplace for everyone, including people with disabilities and diverse abilities. If you need any support during the application process or would like to discuss interview adjustments, please contact Lauren Armstrong

Please indicate any adjustments (administrative, environmental, or procedural) you may need to effectively participate in the recruitment process and/or carry out the requirements of the role you are applying for.

Please note that applicants may be contacted prior to the closing date of this advertisement.

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