Water and Sewer Operator (Level 1 - Entry Level) - multiple positions available

Mid-Western Regional Council • Full-time • Mudgee, New South Wales, AU • 5d ago

Water and Sewer Operators (Level 1 - Entry Level) - multiple positions available (early 2026 commencement date)

Do you enjoy working outdoors? Do you enjoy variety of work throughout your day? Do you feel a sense of accomplishment by providing a service to the community? Water & Sewer Operators are field based roles contributing to the critical service delivery of water supply and sewerage services for the Mid-Western Region Community. If this sounds like your ideal role then we want to hear from you!

The Mid-Western Region is located in NSW, around 3 hours from Sydney. With it being one of regional NSW's fastest-growing areas, Mudgee provides a great lifestyle with a welcoming and friendly community, which is why we love it here and the region is such a popular location for tree changers who are looking for a better balance.

As the Mid-Western Region continues to grow and prosper at a steady rate, Council has an exciting opportunity for multiple full-time Water and Sewer Operators (Level 1 - Entry Level).

About the role:

This role offers the perfect entry level opportunity to get into the Water & Sewer industry. On the job training and formalised qualifications are on offer to further develop skills and enable career progression within our team.

We are after people who have an interest in community health and the environment, enjoy working predominately outdoors and, aren’t afraid of a challenge and getting your hands dirty.

Water & Sewer Operators carry out manual tasks associated with the installation, operation and maintenance of water supply and sewerage systems and facilities to ensure the delivery of safe and healthy water supply and sewerage services that are critical to our community’s health and environmental sustainability.

What You can offer

Working with experienced Water and Sewer Operators and Water and Sewer Technical Leads who will mentor you through:

Carrying out construction and maintenance works on water supply and wastewater mains
Installing, repairing, and maintaining water supply and wastewater services and related infrastructure
Undertaking excavation and site preparation works safely and efficiently
Responding to water main breaks and assisting with emergency repairs
Maintaining plant, tools, and equipment in good working order
Representing Council professionally when working within the community

What We can offer

The salary range being offered for this full-time position is $2,268.10 - $2,536.90 gross per fortnight plus superannuation which equates to an annual salary of $58,970.60 - $65,959.40 gross plus superannuation (dependent on skills, qualifications and experience).

Mudgee Based Role (Working in other areas of the LGA as required)
An Hourly rate starting at $29.84 - $33.38 (with annual performance reviews and annual Award increases)
Plus Adverse Working Conditions allowance of $100.86 per fortnight is also applicable
Plus 12% superannuation (as at November 2025)
Plus On-call allowance and overtime after a qualifying and training period
9-day fortnight and long service leave after 5 years

To be successful in this role you will have:

Current Class C Drivers Licence
School Certificate or equivalent qualification
Experience in manual labouring work
Commitment and ability to carry out rostered duties (including shifts on weekends and outside of normal business hours) for essential operation and maintenance of water supply and sewerage systems.
Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills.
Knowledge of workplace health and safety (WHS) responsibilities and a commitment to attending relevant WHS training.

This role requires a satisfactory Police History Criminal Check prior to commencing.

Please note - you must address the selection criteria contained in the online questionnaire for your application to be considered.

What is next -

Applications close on Tuesday 16 December 2025 at 11:59pm. Interviews may be conducted with suitable candidates before the closing date, and the position may close earlier if a suitable candidate is found.

If you like the sound of it but have questions call Claire Cam, Manager of Water and Sewer (02) 6378 2886 or Jaime Adams, HR Officer (02) 6378 2752 for a confidential discussion.