Job Description

• Join Sydney Water and the friendly team at North Head WRRF
• 10 month contract from June 2026 – April 2027
• EA15 , 35 hours per week: $144,776.16 + super (9 day fortnight)

About the role

The Process Controller will drive process stability and optimisation for the plant, providing analytical and technical expertise to improve performance in management of the Wastewater and Resource Recovery systems to support product and system outcomes. The role provides support to both plant operations and plant upgrade projects and also is on the front line of incident response outside of business hours.

Responsibilities:

• Operate and optimise the plant to meet production plans, regulatory requirements, and safety, quality, and business continuity frameworks.
• Manage and improve process performance, ensuring stable, efficient operations while responding to issues, optimising inputs, and maintaining product quality and compliance.
• Act as the central technical expert and escalation point for complex process, control, and instrumentation issues across the Hub.
• Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders to deliver integrated product outcomes and support planning, maintenance, and capital projects.
• Monitor, analyse, and continuously improve plant performance, leading risk management, incident investigations, and implementation of operational and system improvements.
• Provide leadership and direction across the Hub by supporting budgeting, planning, safety, and team capability to achieve efficient, compliant, and high-quality production outcomes.

About You:

In addition to a Degree or other Tertiary Qualification in Engineering / Science or equivalent experience, and a drivers licence, we are looking for:

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in water operations or a similar process engineering environment
• Demonstrated experience in hands on troubleshooting, optimisation and technical support to water or wastewater operations
• Stakeholder management and facilitation skills, working in a team environment
• Experience with SCADA systems, software for analytics, Microsoft Office applications and ability to use customised software packages

Does this sound like you? Apply now. Closing date: Sunday 7th June at 11.59 AEST

We support you through the application process and can modify as needed – let us know what you need. For more information, you can contact TA Partner marc.evans2@sydneywater.com.au

Please see the job profile for the role’s full accountabilities.

Why join us

At Sydney Water, your work will make a real difference in people’s lives—and your own. With diverse projects and roles, you'll find ample career growth opportunities. At Sydney Water, we actively seek and celebrate diversity, equity, inclusion, and individuality., fostering a safe environment where everyone can thrive and shape impactful community projects. We offer flexible working arrangements and opportunities for career progression among our many benefits.

Dive into Our Great Benefits:

• Competitive Remuneration: We’ll ensure that your skills and contributions are valued and rewarded appropriately.
• Hybrid Work Environment: We offer a hybrid work model that balances remote work and office collaboration, supporting our team's productivity and well-being.
• Continuous Professional Growth: We will invest in your career with leadership and development programs to propel your success.
• 24/7 Wellbeing Support: Access for you and your family to free and confidential mental health and general health support through our EAP portal.
• Discounted Private Health Insurance: Unlock affordable access to top-tier health coverage with our discounted insurance plans.
• Family First: Prioritise your family with up to 18 weeks of fully paid parental leave and a childcare allowance.
• Fitness Passport: Achieve your physical fitness goals using our Fitness Passport, granting you access to a multitude of gyms and pools across NSW.
• Novated Leasing: Get in the driver's seat of your financial future with our novated lease options.

Working at Sydney Water

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