- Production Officer Level 1, Water Resource Recovery
- Illawarra Hub – Wollongong location with other sites from Bellambi to Bombo
- EA Level 7 - $91,691.54 + super (35 hour week)
Are you a hands on and practical problem solver with an interest in working in the water industry? This is an exciting opportunity to join the team at Sydney Water, operating and maintaining our water resource recovery assets in a truly diverse and interesting role. No two days are the same!
What will you be doing?
As a Production Officer, you’ll play a key role in the safe operation and maintenance of water resource recovery assets, ensuring protection of the environment, compliance to Environmental Protection Licences and exceeding customer expectations.
You will be reporting directly to the Production Manager, Illawarra Hub, where you'll contribute to the delivery of high-quality water resource recovery services to local communities. You will based be in the Illawarra Hub, working initially from the Wollongong facility but with scope to cover other sites in the hub after training.
You will:
- Operating the plants in all conditions, in alignment with Water Resource Recovery and Sydney Water frameworks including health and safety requirements, quality and information management protocols, incident response and business continuity frameworks
- Undertaking daily plant performance monitoring and adjust process control parameters
- Contributing to the prioritisation of maintenance and renewals to inform weekly scheduling, monthly forecasting and medium to long term planning.
- Executing on-site process and asset checks using available systems, processes and procedures
Who are we looking for?
- Trade qualifications (electrician / instrumentation specialist or mechanical) or qualifications in engineering / science or equivalent experience
- Current driver’s license and your own vehicle with flexibility to travel across various locations within your hub
- Experience in production or manufacturing within Water / Wastewater industry is highly advantageous
- Computer skills, basic knowledge of Microsoft Office and comfortable learning customised software packages
Does this sound like you? Apply now. Closing date: 27th January 2026 11.59PM
We support you through the application process and can modify as needed – let us know what you need. For more information, you can contact marc.evans2@sydneywater.com.au
Please see the position description for the role’s full accountabilities.
Why join us
At Sydney Water, your work will make a real difference in people’s lives—and your own. With diverse projects and roles, you'll find ample career growth opportunities. At Sydney Water, we actively seek and celebrate diversity, equity, inclusion, and individuality., fostering a safe environment where everyone can thrive and shape impactful community projects. We offer flexible working arrangements and opportunities for career progression among our many benefits.
Dive into Our Great Benefits:
- Competitive Remuneration: We’ll ensure that your skills and contributions are valued and rewarded appropriately.
- Hybrid Work Environment: We offer a hybrid work model that balances remote work and office collaboration, supporting our team's productivity and well-being.
- Continuous Professional Growth: We will invest in your career with leadership and development programs to propel your success.
- 24/7 Wellbeing Support: Access for you and your family to free and confidential mental health and general health support through our EAP portal.
- Discounted Private Health Insurance: Unlock affordable access to top-tier health coverage with our discounted insurance plans.
- Family First: Prioritise your family with up to 18 weeks of fully paid parental leave and a childcare allowance.
- Fitness Passport: Achieve your physical fitness goals using our Fitness Passport, granting you access to a multitude of gyms and pools across NSW.
- Novated Leasing: Get in the driver's seat of your financial future with our novated lease options.
Working at Sydney Water
We welcome and encourage applications from diverse backgrounds, including First Nations people, LGBTQIA+, people with disability, people with caring responsibilities, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and veterans.
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