Overview of role:

At Coliban Water, we deliver essential water and wastewater services to over 180,000 customers across 49 communities. Guided by our vision - Healthy Water, Healthy People - we’re investing in infrastructure, sustainability, and innovation to secure a better future for our region.

We’re seeking a skilled and passionate Wastewater Operations Manager to lead the day-to-day operations of our wastewater treatment and reuse services. This is a pivotal leadership role that ensures operational excellence, environmental compliance, and continuous improvement across our wastewater network.

What You’ll Do

• Lead the operation and maintenance of wastewater treatment plants and reuse sites
• Ensure compliance with environmental and safety regulations
• Manage operational risks and respond to incidents effectively
• Provide site-based leadership to a team of 2-4 staff
• Drive innovation and continuous improvement in wastewater operations
• Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders including regulators and contractors
• Support strategic projects such as the Bendigo Groundwater interim solution

What You’ll Bring

• Tertiary qualifications in engineering, science, or a related discipline
• Extensive experience in wastewater treatment and reuse operations
• Proven leadership and team management skills
• Strong understanding of asset management and maintenance principles
• Ability to manage risk and make sound decisions under pressure
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• A current Victorian Driver’s Licence and Australian working 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 - $131,623 + superannuation salary range will be offered to the successful candidate commensurate with their skills and experience.

Enquiries:

For further information please contact Patrick Egan on 0475 907 433 or via email at [email protected]

To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter by COB 14 November 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 Patrick Egan on 0475 907 433 or via email at [email protected].

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