Operations Process Engineer

• Join Sydney water and the dynamic Water Supply & Production team.
• Have a key impact on the delivery of Sydney’s drinking water supply
• EA 13, 38 hours per week: $140,108.04 + super

About the role

The Operational Process Engineer will play a pivotal role supporting process optimisation and innovation across Water Supply and Production (WSP). The role provides support to both plant operations and plant upgrade projects.  You will work collaboratively with internal and external teams to deliver high-impact, water supply solutions that directly contribute to public health and customer satisfaction.

Responsibilities:

• Lead process optimisation and troubleshooting to improve product quality and achieve cost savings across Water Filtration Plants (WFPs).
• Provide technical and operational advice on process improvements, emerging technologies, and product quality issues, including during incidents and emergencies.
• Plan and conduct bench-scale and pilot-scale trials to evaluate new technologies, chemicals, and instrumentation for WS&P operations.
• Support capital project reviews providing operational insights in design, commissioning, and control system integration and ensure compliance with Sydney Water standards.
• Contribute to risk assessments and performance reporting, including preparing risk registers, facilitating workshops, and producing system performance summaries.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, including guidance manuals, specifications, and training materials to standardise WS&P practices and ensure regulatory compliance.

About You:

In addition to a Degree or other Tertiary Qualification in Chemical / Process Engineering and a drivers licence we are looking for:

·      Minimum 3 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: 10th October 2025

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 note: We are unable to accept emailed applications - please apply via your chosen job board.

Please see the position description 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

We welcome and encourage applications from diverse backgrounds, including First Nations people, LGBTQIA+, people with disability, people with caring responsibilities, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and veterans.

As part of the application process, Sydney Water will be collecting your personal information to assess your suitability for the role. We will also use your personal information to establish a LiveHire talent profile in our Talent Community.

Your personal information will be collected in accordance with LiveHire’s Terms, Privacy Policy and Sydney Water’s Privacy Collection Statement – Job Application. Please note as part of the application process, you will be asked to undergo background checks which includes a criminal history check.