Senior Operations Process Engineer (O&M Manuals)
Senior Operations Process Engineer (O&M Manuals)
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Job Description
About Seqwater
Water is essential for life. At Seqwater were not just delivering waterwere driving innovation growth and transformation to secure the future of water across South East Queensland.
As one of the largest water businesses with the most geographically spread and diverse asset base of any capital city in Australia our operations extend from the New South Wales border to the base of the Toowoomba ranges and north to Gympie.
As we enter an exciting period of expansion were embracing new technologies and sustainable practices to meet the growing needs of our region. We work collaboratively across our organisation and with our stakeholders constantly striving to enhance the quality of service we provide. As we modernise our systems and invest in smarter water grids we remain focused on delivering the highest standard of service always with the future in mind.
Our transformation is about more than just infrastructureits about people. Our team of dedicated professionals are united by a shared passion for creating lasting meaningful outcomes for the communities we serve and this is reflected in Our Vision Water for Life Our Promise - Safe for Life and Our Values of integrity respect care and courage that shape everything we do.
Youll be working on some of the most high-profile water infrastructure projects in the industry helping to secure Water for Life for generations to come.
About Your Opportunity
As the Senior Operations Process Engineer you will provide deep technical knowledge and subject matter expertise to the development and optimisation of Operations and Maintenance (O&M) documentation and associated process engineering and controlled documentation as part of the Operations Transformation Program with a focus on developing and maintaining comprehensive O&M manuals and associated technical engineering documentations (Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs) Function Descriptions Part A and B) that drive operational excellence safety and compliance across Seqwaters diverse water infrastructure. You will lead the technical inputs for the projects and have responsibility for the review and development in accordance with Seqwater standards and policies legislative and regulatory requirements.
Additionally you will lead strategic identification and implementation of opportunities for improvement of existing methodologies and governance in consultation with key stakeholders and the OTP Delivery Lead.
Key responsibilities:
- Provide specialist advice in the technical development review and optimisation of O&M Manuals Functional Descriptions (Part A and B) Standard Operating Procedures and P&IDs for water treatment plants and related infrastructure.
- Drive analysis of plant processes performance data and operational practices to inform documentation and support operational improvements.
- Manage engagement with technical specialists in process and control systems engineering to meet program requirements.
- Collaborate across operations maintenance and technical writing teams to produce accurate and practical manuals and controlled documentation aligned with Seqwater standards and industry best practice.
- Identify and implement process optimisation opportunities that enhance operational efficiency and ensure regulatory compliance.
- Prepare and validate process engineering design deliverables for O&M documentation including process descriptions PFDs and P&IDs.
The role also requires the flexibility to conduct travel and site work as directed a valid C class Drivers Licence and the ability to participate in an on-call roster during significant water quality events.
About you
To be successful in this role you will possess:
- Tertiary qualifications in Chemical Process Control Systems or Environmental Engineering (mandatory) with significant demonstrated experience and knowledge.
- Current active RPEQ registration in a discipline relevant to the position would be highly desired.
- Significant experience in water treatment process design operation or optimisation.
- Expert-level understanding of operations and maintenance processes documentation standards and regulatory requirements.
- Strong analytical problem-solving communication and stakeholder engagement skills with the ability to collaborate influence and persuade.
- Practical knowledge and experience in the design commissioning and operation of water treatment processes including technical reviews and hazard risk management.
This position will be offered as a 2-year fixed term contract opportunity with a salary range from $149648.11 - $162324.62 (dependant on experience) plus 12.75% superannuation.
Appointment to this role is subject to the provision of a national police check and may be subject to other medical/character requirements. Please note that people with criminal records are not automatically deemed ineligible. Each application will be considered on its merits.
For a more detailed preview of the work that you will be involved in for this role feel free to take a look at the position description on our careers page - We also invite you to connect with us on LinkedIn and join our growing community of followers to see all the latest news and job opportunities as and when they happen - you are looking for an extraordinary career in which you can make a real impact wed love to hear from you!
To apply
Submit your cover letter outlining how you meet the requirements of the role and your resume via the Apply button.
Applications close: 11:55PM AEST Sunday 10th August 2025
For further information please email enquiries to
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Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Temp
