💧 Work Where Water Matters

Gympie Regional Council is seeking a motivated and capable Specialist Water Industry Operations team member to help operate and maintain our region’s water, wastewater and recycled water schemes.

This is a varied, hands-on role where no two days are the same. You will be directly involved in protecting public health, supporting environmental compliance, and ensuring reliable water and sewerage services for our growing community.

💰 Remuneration & Benefits

Base Salary:
$73,743 – $77,196 per annum (depending on skills, qualifications & experience)

Superannuation:
Up to 14% employer contribution, increasing under the Certified Agreement to:

• 15% from July 2026

• 16% from July 2027

Additional Earnings:
This role participates in a rotating 1 in 4 on-call roster, attracting additional income through:

• On-call allowance

• Overtime rates for call-outs

• Additional annual leave day for public holidays spent on-call

These provisions are outlined in the Gympie Regional Council Certified Agreement 2025.

https://www.qirc.qld.gov.au/sites/default/files/2025-12/2025_cb143.pdf 

Other Benefits Include:

• Nine-day fortnight (fortnightly RDO)

• Fitness Passport (subsidised access to 25+ gyms for you and your family)

• Employee health & wellbeing programs

• Salary sacrifice and packaging options

• Long service leave after 7 years

• Employee Assistance Program (confidential counselling for employees and families)

🌿 About the Region

Gympie sits at the heart of a rapidly expanding region stretching from rich rural valleys to the Cooloola Coast. Bordering Noosa and Fraser Coast, and within reach of the Sunshine Coast and Brisbane, we offer the perfect blend of lifestyle and opportunity.

From spectacular beaches to country town charm, and events like the internationally renowned Gympie Music Muster, this is a region where you can build a career without sacrificing lifestyle.

🔧 About the Role

As a Specialist Water Industry Operations team member, you will:

• Operate and maintain water and wastewater treatment plants

• Monitor and adjust process control systems

• Conduct sampling, testing and data interpretation

• Monitor SCADA, telemetry and PLC systems and respond to faults

• Participate in preventative maintenance and asset inspections

• Support compliance with regulatory and statutory requirements

• Contribute to audits, SOP updates, risk assessments and continuous improvement initiatives

• Participate in project delivery and operational input

• Be part of a rotating on-call roster responding to water and sewer emergencies

This role requires both independent initiative and strong teamwork within our Water Branch.

✅ Essential Requirements

• Certificate III in Water Industry Operations (or willingness to obtain)

• Experience in water and/or wastewater treatment plant operations

• Knowledge of chemical handling and storage

• Experience in water/wastewater sampling and testing

• Knowledge of SCADA and telemetry systems

• Understanding of maintenance management systems

• Current Queensland ‘C’ Class Driver’s Licence

• Working at Heights

• Confined Space

• WHS Construction Induction (White/Blue Card)

🌟 Our Values

At Gympie Regional Council, we live our values:

• Accountability

• Communication

• Customer Service Focused

• Integrity

• Teamwork & Collaboration

You will be assessed on how you demonstrate these values in your work.

📝 How to Apply

Applications close:
Sunday 22 March 2026 at 11:00pm AEST

Applications must be lodged via Council’s online application system and include:

• Resume

• Cover letter

• Single document containing copies of qualifications, licences and tickets

For a full Position Description and to apply, visit Council’s Careers page.

📞 Enquiries

For role enquiries:
Peter Degens
Coordinator Water Industry Operations
📧 peter.degens@gympie.qld.gov.au

For application assistance:
Sue Rossi
Officer Recruitment
📞 07 5481 0971
📧 sue.rossi@gympie.qld.gov.au

Gympie Regional Council is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage applications from First Nations peoples and individuals from diverse backgrounds.