Plant Operations & Maintenance Manager

The world is changing and as we work towards a more sustainable future our teams work to create innovative solutions and help our state succeed.

Build a brighter future for WA by creating a thriving team environment that inspires everyone to excel using their unique strengths and skills.

Spin Wastewater into Liquid Gold!

In the classic tale Rumpelstiltskin spun straw into gold. At Water Corporation our Plant Managers do something just as magical transforming raw wastewater into purified groundwater and renewable energy!

Were seeking two imaginative and driven Operations & Maintenance Managers!

• One Manager to lead Beenyup Water Resource Recovery Facility (WRRF) WAs second largest treatment plant where wastewater is treated to high standards before being discharged via ocean outfall or diverted for further transformation. Soon Beenyup will also harness energy recovery turning waste into power.
• Another Manager to lead the Advanced Water Recycling Plant (AWRP) A highly regulated technically complex facility that uses a multi-barrier treatment process including ultrafiltration and reverse osmosis to produce purified recycled water for aquifer recharge. A true Australian first in sustainable water innovation.

Want a peek behind the curtain Check out our collaboration with Atomic Frontier. The first half of the video explores the Beenyup WRRF while the second half dives into the AWRP.

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.

Your Mission

Own the day-to-day operations and maintenance of the Beenyup WRR or the AWRP critical assets that cross barriers between wastewater treatment and the start of the groundwater cycle to help lead our water sustainability strategy.

Your work directly supports Perths water security and environmental sustainability turning what others discard into something of lasting value.

Lead a team of technical experts and highly skilled trades fostering a high-performing collaborative and supportive culture.

Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure timely and effective maintenance of critical negotiation and relationship building skills will be key.

Mitigate risk by identifying potential issues before they arise and implementing strategic solutions.

Champion sustainability by helping us meet our groundwater replenishment targets and contribute to our Vision and Thrive 2035 goals.

What You Bring

You bring the expertise and leadership to guide complex processes and teams; the kind of skill that turns challenges into opportunity and wastewater into liquid gold!

• Substantial experience in operations maintenance or process management ideally in water utilities mining or similar industries.
• A technical degree (Civil Chemical or Environmental Engineering or related field).An MBA or leadership training is a bonus.
• A background and understanding of ultrafiltration and reverse osmosis (especially for AWRP).
• Proven leadership experience where you have led technical teams and know how to bring out the best in people.
• A strategic mindset with the ability to think laterally and solve complex problems.
• Strong understanding of regulatory compliance asset management and operational risk.
• A valid drivers license as this role includes site-based work and incident response responsibilities.

Impact Support Culture and Growth. Just some of the reason why you should join us!

Youll work with a leader whos fair resilient and committed to helping you grow; someone who values clarity accountability and teamwork.

You will be trusted to lead with a high level of autonomy backed by support when you need it.

Your judgment will be respected your contributions recognised and your development genuinely prioritised.

Youll be part of a fantastic on-site team culture where people stay because they are valued challenged and supported.

This is also a place to grow your expertise. Whether youre deepening your technical knowledge or stepping into strategic leadership youll have the opportunity to become a subject matter expert and help shape the future of water recovery infrastructure in WA.

What Success Looks Like in the First Few Months

Get to know the people and the plant.

Understand the risks pinch points and opportunities across the operation.

Build relationships across the business from your team to your External Stakeholders.

And After That

Lead the plant to full production capacity.

Drive innovation and continuous improvement.

Play a key role in the development of future water recovery projects.

Real benefits that matter

• 9-day fortnight (RDO)
• 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
• 24^th December paid leave day

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

Be Part of Something Bigger

This is more than a job it is a mission!

If youre ready to lead with purpose think strategically under pressure and make a lasting impact on WAs water future we want to hear from you.

Apply now and help shape the future of sustainable water management.

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 24th November 2025

As part of the recruitment process you will be required to complete Pre-Employment screening which may include a medical psychometric assessment 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