Lower Murray Water (LMW) is a large regional organisation servicing diverse communities across the region, stretching from Kerang to the South Australian border. A unique organisation, LMW operates both urban and rural water businesses which support domestic and commercial customers from households through to large-scale irrigation operations. As a leader within the region, LMW has established itself as a major contributor to enhancing regional prosperity, directly impacting social, environmental, and economic benefits.

About the role:

As an LMW Treatment Plant Operator, your primary objective is to ensure the safe and efficient operation of LMW’s water and waste water assets. Based in Swan Hill and servicing the surrounding sites, you will work as part of a passionate and experienced team carrying out routine checks and testing on a range of plant operations while constantly working to improve equipment or processes and troubleshooting on site to resolve issues.

Key responsibilities of this role include:

Engaging contribution to a safety-first culture

Day to day supervision and contribution to a positive team culture

Running various treatment plants as required

Working with maintenance teams to ensure breakdowns and planned maintenance works are completed as required

Flexibility with availability as overtime and out-of-hours work will be required at times, as will participation on the treatment plant “on call” roster

About You:

We require a self-motivated, safety conscious person who thrives in a fast-paced team environment. To be successful in this role, you will have the following experience or the enthusiasm to learn:

Experience in the water industry or plant operations

Good communication and leadership skills

Ability to work as part of a team with a can-do attitude

Understanding of how you work in a safe and effective manner

What we offer:

A friendly and inclusive culture

Flexible working options that promote a family friendly and healthy work-life balance

An exciting work experience where every day offers new and exciting ventures

Employee Assistance Program offering free confidential counselling services to all employees

A strong focus on career and leadership development

Attractive salary package and employment benefits under our Enterprise Agreement.

Working at LMW will inspire you to be passionate, innovative, and dynamic. The skills and abilities you bring to the role will be valued, in turn we are committed to fostering a high-performing culture through continued coaching, developing, and learning opportunities which will support an exciting career at LMW.

If you think this role is for you, apply now!

To apply for this role please complete the application form including responses to the following questions:

Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?

Why do you want to be a Treatment Plant Operator at LMW and what skills and experience will you bring to the role?

What does safety mean to you and how do you ensure the wellbeing of yourself, your colleagues and the wider community in your work?

Email your application form and resume to: [email protected] by 5pm Friday 17 May 2025. Enquiries can be directed to Zeke Stapleton – Leading Hand Operations on 0439 682 065 or via email

We pride ourselves on our inclusive and diverse workforce and celebrate that everyone at LMW is unique in their own way. These unique differences create a culture at LMW that enhances not only our organisation but also the community in which we serve.

If you require any help with your application, accessibility or reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process please don’t hesitate to contact our Diversity & Inclusion Officer – Steph on 0498 400 052.