At a Glance
- Tasks: Operate and maintain water treatment plants, ensuring safe and efficient processes.
- Company: Join Downer, a leading Australian company with over 80 years of Defence support.
- Benefits: Enjoy healthcare discounts, career development, and a supportive work environment.
- Other info: Flexible work options and commitment to diversity make this a great opportunity.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in Defence while working in a diverse and inclusive team.
- Qualifications: Certificate III in Water Industry Operations and experience in water treatment preferred.
The predicted salary is between 62100 - 75900 $ per year.
We’re inviting applications to join our permanent workforce at HMAS Albatross, Nowra Hill as a Water Treatment Operator. We’re committed to building a workplace where everyone feels respected, valued, and empowered to contribute. We’re looking for people from all backgrounds – whether you bring Defence experience, industry knowledge, or transferable skills from other sectors. If you’re passionate about contributing to Defence capability and want to be part of a high-performing, inclusive team – express your interest today.
What You’ll Do
- Responsible for the safe and efficient operation and maintenance of small water treatment plants located within a single Defence base.
- Plant operation, monitoring and reporting of water quality, basic maintenance.
- Conduct routine inspections, sampling and testing of water quality.
- Adjust chemical dosing and treatment processes under supervision.
- Perform basic preventative maintenance on plant equipment.
- Report equipment faults or failures to the Leading Hand.
What You’ll Bring
- Certificate III in Water Industry Operations.
- Chemical Handling Certification (desirable).
- Experience in water treatment plant operations or related field.
- Experience in chemical handling and dosing in a plant environment.
- NSW Water Operator Certification (NSW).
- Confined Space and Working at Heights qualifications and White Card (desirable).
- Current Open Driver’s Licence.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a Defence Security Clearance (Australian citizenship is mandatory).
More than anything, you’ll bring a strong work ethic, a positive attitude, and a commitment to delivering high-quality outcomes for our clients.
Why Downer?
At Downer, we plan, create, and sustain essential public services across Australia and New Zealand. From hospitals to data centres and defence partnerships, we manage critical infrastructure that keeps communities thriving. Downer is a sovereign-owned, ASX-listed Australian company and proud recipient of the Estate & Infrastructure Business of the Year (2025) and Prime Contractor of the Year for two consecutive years (2024, 2025). With over 80 years of support to the Australian Defence Force (ADF), our Base and Estate Management team delivers innovative solutions and integrated services to both the ADF and New Zealand Defence Force (NZDF).
What It Means to Belong at Downer
We’re proud of our high-performance culture and commitment to diversity, offering:
- Training and development to support and diversify your career. With 30% of vacancies filled internally you’ll find real opportunities to advance your career.
- Perks@Downer: healthcare discounts, great savings on retail purchases, car purchases and much more.
- Employee Assistance Program: professional support for you and your family when you need it most.
You want your work to matter and so do we. With over 26,000 people across Australia, New Zealand and the Pacific, our team is made up of individuals with unique perspectives, backgrounds, and ideas. We know that diversity makes us stronger and we actively celebrate it through our commitment to inclusion and belonging. We’re committed to building a team that reflects the diverse communities we serve and we welcome people of all ages, genders, sexual orientations, cultures, abilities, and lived experiences. We especially encourage applications from those whose voices have traditionally been underrepresented in our industry, including women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, Māori and Pasifika Peoples, veterans, people with disability, and neurodivergent individuals. Even if your experience doesn’t align perfectly with this role, we’d still like to hear from you. If it feels like the right fit, apply - potential counts, and so do you.
As a WORK180 Endorsed Employer, we support flexibility that works for your life, inclusive leadership that values your voice, and equitable access to opportunity so you can do your best work and bring your whole self to it. If you need support or adjustments through the recruitment process, just let us know, we’re here to help you put your best foot forward.
Water Treatment Operator in Nowra employer: Downer
At Downer, we pride ourselves on fostering a high-performance culture that values diversity and inclusion, making it an exceptional place to work as a Delivery Service Supervisor. With ample opportunities for career advancement, comprehensive training programs, and a supportive work environment, you will be empowered to make a meaningful impact in the Sydney inner city area. Our commitment to employee well-being is reflected in our perks, including healthcare discounts and an Employee Assistance Program, ensuring you and your family are supported both personally and professionally.
