Treatment & Maintenance Operator – Kerang (12-month Limited Tenure)

Murray Water (LMW) is a large regional organisation servicing diverse communities across the region, stretching from Kerang to the South Australian border. A unique organisation, LMW operates both urban and rural water businesses which support domestic and commercial customers from households through to large-scale irrigation operations. As a leader within the region, LMW has established itself as a major contributor to enhancing regional prosperity, directly impacting social, environmental, and economic benefits. 

As an LMW Treatment and Maintenance Operator, your primary objective is to ensure the safe and efficient operation of LMW’s water, wastewater, irrigation and drainage assets. Based in Kerang and servicing the surrounding sites, you will work as part of a passionate and experienced team. Duties include carrying out routine checks and testing on a range of plant operations, repairs/maintenance of water, sewerage and irrigation assets while constantly working to improve equipment or processes and troubleshooting onsite to resolve issues.

No water industry experience is necessary! We will provide on-the-job training and experience with industry specific Certificate III training. Our team is made up of people from all different experiences and backgrounds, so you simply need to be willing to learn. We are seeking a self-motivated and team-oriented Treatment and Maintenance Operator who has a practical mindset, to operate and maintain our assets in Kerang and identify opportunities for process improvement.

This is a 12-month Limited Tenure Position

About the role: 

As an LMW Treatment and Maintenance Operator, your primary objective is to ensure the safe and efficient operation of LMW’s water, and wastewater assets. Based in Kerang and servicing the Koondrook and Murrabit sites, you will work as part of a passionate and experienced team. Duties include carrying out routine checks and testing on a range of plant operations, repairs/maintenance of water, and sewerage assets while constantly working to improve equipment or processes and troubleshooting onsite to resolve issues.

No water industry experience is necessary! We will provide on-the-job training and experience with industry specific Certificate III training. Our team is made up of people from all different experiences and backgrounds, so you simply need to be willing to learn.

Key responsibilities of this role include:

• Engaging contribution to a safety-first culture
• Contribution to a positive team culture
• Operation, Maintenance and Repair of the water and wastewater treatment and reticulation networks including pump stations to meet customer expectations and regulatory requirements.
• Be available and participate in the on-call roster and perform weekend and/or shift work when required to meet organisational requirements.

• Assist in the quarterly meter change over program.

• Flexibility with availability as overtime and out-of-hours work will be required at times.

About You:

We require a self-motivated, safety conscious person who thrives in a fast-paced team environment. To be successful in this role, you will have the following experience or the enthusiasm to learn:

• Experience in the water industry or plant operations
• Good communication and leadership skills 
• Ability to work as part of a team with a can-do attitude 
• Safety-first approach to all works

What we offer: 

• A friendly and inclusive culture 
• Flexible working options that promote a family friendly and healthy work-life balance 
• An exciting work experience where every day offers new and exciting ventures
• Employee Assistance Program offering free confidential counselling services to all employees
• A strong focus on career and leadership development 
• Attractive salary package and employment benefits under our Enterprise Agreement. 

Working at LMW will inspire you to be passionate, innovative, and dynamic. The skills and abilities you bring to the role will be valued, in turn we are committed to fostering a high-performing culture through continued coaching, developing, and learning opportunities which will support an exciting career at LMW. 

If you think this role is for you, apply now!

To apply for this role please complete the application form including responses to the following questions: 

1. Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?  
2. Why do you want to be a Treatment Plant Operator at LMW and what skills and experience will you bring to the role?
3. What does safety mean to you and how do you ensure the wellbeing of yourself, your colleagues and the wider community in your work?

Email your application form and resume to: recruitment@lmw.vic.gov.au by 5pm Sunday 27 July 2025. Enquiries can be directed to Scott Bremner Leading Hand Operations – Kerang on 0477880117 or via the recruitment email address.

We pride ourselves on our inclusive and diverse workforce and celebrate that everyone at LMW is unique in their own way. These unique differences create a culture at LMW that enhances not only our organisation but also the community in which we serve. 

If you require any help with your application, accessibility or reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process please don’t hesitate to contact our Diversity & Inclusion Officer – Steph on 0498 400 052.

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