Civil Water Operator

Being the principal supplier of water wastewater drainage and bulk irrigation services were on a journey to evolve and transform WAs water future. To do this we need unique insights ideas and talents from employees that reflect the diversity of the community we service.

Irrespective of race ethnicity disability age gender identity or sexual orientation Water Corporation is a great place to work.

• Permanent opportunity based in beautiful Broome
• Competitive salary: earn upto $110K pa super housing assistance
• Earn while you learn we cover the cost of nationally recognised qualifications (Certificate II & III in Water Operations)
• Enjoy work-life balance no FIFO be home every night

Enjoy squeaky white-sand beaches tropical delight along the coast of Kimberley region!

Kick start your new career as a Civil Operator along the coastal pearling port of Broome which is full of history tropical delight and a multicultural melting only will you add a nationally recognised qualification to your belt (which we pay for) youll also learn a set of extra skills that could have you on your way to a senior technical or leadership role.

Sounds good but how do you get a foot in the water industry door... Its relatively straightforward. All you need is an interest for learning new things and a love of the outdoors.

What does a Civil Operator do

Picture a plumber fixing a burst pipe in your house. Now think about a leaking pipe in the street.

Same problem. The only difference is youre keeping your communitys water and wastewater systems running.

As a Civil Operator youre regularly outdoors. Youre digging trenches inspecting pipelines and repairing broken water and sewer services.

Youre learning a collection of skills that can set you on your way to a technical management or leadership role.

Your main concern is keeping the Water supply and Sewer networks running. Thats finding and fixing faults on pipes and joints as well as pump stations and tank sites!

Its upgrading the water supply network and its understanding the end-to-end water cycle and how water networks help your local community.

You will be playing a big part in maintaining some of the 56800km of pipelines that stretch across WA.

Who are we

When you join Water Corporation you play an important role for the people of WA. Our services are essential for life - everyday millions of Western Australians rely on us to deliver and manage water across our state.

If youre driven to make a meaningful contribution youve come to the right place.

Real benefits that matter

• Real flexibility with options to work from home 9-day fortnight flexible work hours
• Two well-being days each year to do whatever you need to do to feel good
• Access to long service leave pro rata after 3 years of service
• Generous co-contribution superannuation scheme which offers up to 16%. This includes an 12% standard employer contribution plus an additional 2% employer co-contribution that matches your own 2% contribution.
• Purchase additional leave of up to 12 weeks or work 4 years at a reduced salary and take the fifth year off as paid leave

Discover more benefits we offer to support the unique and individual ways our employees live.

Sounds good whats in it for me

Other benefits include but are not limited to:

• 17.5% extra pay when taking annual leave
• Annual leave travel concession
• Pro-rata access to long service leave after three years of continuous service
• Purchased leave options including working for four years at 80% salary and then taking the fifth year off as paid
• Professional development programs and more
• Opportunity to participate in a standby roster

Mix in a supportive family-friendly culture a healthy starting salary and you will have just found yourself a career with Water Corporation.

Sound like a match Apply today

If you are interested in the above opportunity please submit a covering letter and resume that best demonstrates your skills and experience as well as your ability to meet the requirements of the role.

Applications close 17^th September 2025

As part of the recruitment process you will be required to complete Pre-Employment screening which may include a medical qualification check police clearance and Australian working rights check.

We reserve the right to withdraw this ad prior to the closing date.

Our commitment to a diverse and inclusive workplace:

Diversity and inclusion are more than words. They guide us on building a thriving workforce that reflects the diversity of our customers and our community.

We encourage applications from every background including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people people with disability women youth LGBTQIA folks and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

We are committed to ensuring an accessible and inclusive work environment to enable people with disability to participate fully in all aspects of employment.

Applicants with disability who require adjustments or alternative methods of communication in the recruitment process can contact a Recruitment Officer at or.

To read our diversity and inclusion statement please visit our website