Overview of role:

This role is part of the Asset & Operations business unit that underpins and enhances the Corporation’s ability to deliver on its purpose, values and drivers. The Wastewater Process Manager is responsible for overseeing the efficient and compliant operation of wastewater treatment processes within the Bendigo region.

This role works in close collaboration with the Wastewater Operations Manager to ensure seamless integration of process optimisation and daily operations management. The Wastewater Process Manager focuses on optimising treatment processes, ensuring regulatory compliance, and leading a team of skilled professionals to deliver high-quality wastewater services.

What's on offer:

• Salary: $115,162 - $139,851 + superannuation
• Flexible work options, generous leave provisions including a monthly ADO
• Work with a dynamic and knowledgeable team
• Fleet vehicles available for work related use
• Many benefits including discounted private health offers, fitness passport, and more.

Key Responsibilities:

As our Wastewater Process Manager you’ll be accountable for:

• Oversee the performance and control of wastewater treatment processes to meet water quality standards.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and improve environmental outcomes.
• Utilising technical and operational expertise to enhance the organisation's position in relation to the partnership contracts.
• Ensure all wastewater processes comply with local, state, and federal regulations and guidelines.
• Prepare and submit regulatory reports in a timely manner, including environmental compliance reports.
• Work closely with the Wastewater Operations Manager to ensure coordinated management of wastewater facilities.
• Supervise and guide a team consisting of one Process Operation Engineer.

About you:

• Extensive knowledge and experience in Water Treatment Processes together with qualifications acquired through a tertiary degree in engineering, science  or other relevant discipline.
• Extensive experience in water treatment operations and process management.
• Proven track record of managing compliance with environmental regulations and guidelines.
• Experience leading and managing teams in a wastewater or similar operational environment.
• Familiarity with SCADA systems and process control technologies.
• A valid and current Australian workers’ rights.

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

Learn more in the position description

Salary:

The salary and conditions for this position will be as per the Coliban Water Enterprise Agreement 2021 Band 5 $115,162 - $139,851 + superannuation salary range will be offered to the successful candidate commensurate with their skills and experience.

Enquiries

For further information please contact Jessica Dore on 0427 980 661 or via email at Jessica.dore@coliban.com.au

To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter by COB 2/5/2025.

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 people with disability and aim to provide an inclusive and accessible workplace. If you need any help with the application process or would like to discuss your reasonable adjustments during interviews, please contact Jessica Dore Talent Acquisition Advisor on Jessica.dore@coliban.com.au or 0427 980 661.

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