" \u003cdiv class=\"ja-job-details\"\u003e \u003ch2 class=\"title\"\u003eTreatment Plant Operator - Bundaberg QLD\u003c/h2\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"meta\"\u003e \u003cul class=\"classifications\"\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"22201\"\u003e Trades \u0026amp; Services \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"22202\"\u003e Trades - Other \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"22203\"\u003e QLD Other \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"22204\"\u003e Casual \u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cp class=\"date-posted\"\u003e 19/10/2026 \u003c/p\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003cul class=\"bullet-points\"\u003e \u003cli\u003ePay Rate: $46.71 Per Hour + Super\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e6-month government contract with possible extension\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eASAP start - Bundaberg-based water treatment role\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"description\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eTreatment Plant Operator \u0026ndash; Bundaberg QLD\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eAPG Workforce\u003c/strong\u003e is currently seeking an experienced \u003cstrong\u003eTreatment Plant Operator\u003c/strong\u003e to join Bundaberg Regional Council, supporting the operation and maintenance of water and wastewater treatment facilities.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This is a fantastic opportunity for a qualified operator looking for a government role offering a nine-day fortnight and a six-month contract with the possibility of extension.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWhat\u0027s on Offer\u003c/strong\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLocation:\u003c/strong\u003e Bundaberg East, QLD\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePay Rate:\u003c/strong\u003e $46.71 Per Hour + Super\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContract:\u003c/strong\u003e 6 months, with possible extension\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStart Date:\u003c/strong\u003e ASAP\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHours:\u003c/strong\u003e 76 hours per fortnight\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRoster:\u003c/strong\u003e 9-day fortnight with a rostered day off (RDO)\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWork Arrangement:\u003c/strong\u003e On-site, commencing from Council\u0027s East Depot\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eKey Responsibilities\u003c/strong\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eMonitor and operate mechanical and electrical plant equipment.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCarry out chemical dosing and adjust treatment plant settings as required.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eConduct regular water and wastewater sampling and testing.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eOperate and monitor SCADA systems to ensure efficient plant performance.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAccurately record operational readings, test results and plant data.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIdentify and report operational issues to maintain safe and effective treatment processes.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eUndertake other operational duties as reasonably required.\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eEssential Requirements To be successful in this role, you must have:\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eCertificate III in Water Operations.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCurrent Class C driver\u0027s licence.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eConstruction White Card.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCurrent Confined Space Entry training.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWorking Safely at Heights training.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePrevious experience operating water and wastewater treatment plants.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExperience working both independently and within a team, including in remote locations.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eVaccinations against Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B and Tetanus.\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Role\u003c/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003eThe successful candidate will work under the direction of the Treatment Team Manager, assisting with the safe and efficient operation of Council\u0027s water and wastewater treatment facilities.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The position operates on a \u003cstrong\u003enine-day fortnight (76 hours)\u003c/strong\u003e, with a regular rostered day off agreed upon prior to commencement. Additional hours may be required depending on operational needs.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e How to Apply If you have experience in water and wastewater treatment operations and meet the essential requirements, we would love to hear from you!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eApply now through SEEK\u003c/strong\u003e with your updated resume, or contact APG Workforce for further information. \u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"apply\"\u003e \u003ca class=\"back-link\" href=\"#\" title=\"Back to search results\"\u003eBack to search results\u003c/a\u003e \u003cinput type=\"button\" class=\"ja-button\" data-job-id=\"931363\" value=\"Apply Now\" title=\"Apply Now\" /\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003c/div\u003e "