Civil Operator

Discover the role for you and help shape WAs water future

Everyone deserves access to safe reliable water. At Water Corporation we are committed to delivering consistent services to our communities whether that means repairing faults in the field or making critical decisions in our operations centre. A career in Operations is handson dynamic challenging and rewarding.

Join the frontline of your communitys water future as a Civil Operator in Kalgoorlie!

Are you a practical selfsufficient Operator who enjoys working independently across a wide and varied region

We are looking for a motivated individual to join our Kalgoorlie team where you will play a vital role in maintaining water quality across a vast and critical network.

Think of it like this when a pipe bursts at home you call a plumber. But when it happens underground on your street its Water Corporation Civil Operators who keeps the taps flowing for everyone!

As a Civil Operator you are more than a tradie you are a key part of your community.

Work outdoors and tackle meaningful work every day from digging trenches to restoring burst mains and supporting asset repairs across the Goldfields.

What Youll Be Doing

This role is a unique blend of Civil Operator duties and support for a Welder/Fabrication Tradesperson. Your work will include:

Safely planning and contributing to daily job discussions and site inspections.

Prioritising safety in every task working with a zeroharm mindset.

Operating maintaining monitoring and repairing water and wastewater infrastructure.

Participating in an oncall roster and being available for overtime when required.

Completing chlorine cylinder changes at pump stations including hazardous gas handling using breathing apparatus. (Full training of National Water Package Cert III provided.)

Using specialist tools plant and equipment for operation and maintenance tasks.

Assisting with fabrication and maintenance of Water Corporation assets.

Bolting and unbolting pipe fittings structures and components.

Travelling throughout the region with a Welder/Fabrication Tradesperson including regular onsite work along the Golden Pipeline.

Supporting field safety requirements including helping manage safe work environments for the welder.

This role suits someone who:

Has strong problemsolving skills and a practical mindset.

Enjoys working in a small supportive team while being comfortable working independently.

Can quickly familiarise themselves with regional layouts pump stations and pipeline networks.

Is flexible and comfortable working both on-site and in workshop environments.

Holds a valid WA C Class drivers licence (HR licence desirable).

Why join us

• 9day fortnight so you enjoy a 3day weekend every second week!
• A supportive familyfriendly and flexible workplace culture.
• 17.5% leave loading on annual leave.
• Two Wellbeing Days every 12 months of continuous service.
• 24 December paid leave day.
• Take advantage of our co-contribution superannuation scheme. Receive a 12% employer contribution and enjoy an additional 2% employer co-contribution when you elect to salary sacrifice 2%.
• Ability to purchase up to 12 weeks of additional leave or work 4 years at reduced salary and take the 5th year as paid leave.

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

Key skills and experience

• WA C Class drivers licence (minimum) HR Class desirable.
• Experience in civil work and/or water supply systems.
• Certificate III in National Water Package (or willingness to undertake the traineeship).

Ready to take the plunge Your community is counting on you apply today!

If this opportunity interests you please submit a covering letter and resume showcasing your skills experience and suitability for this role.

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.

Applications close 16th February 2026

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 during the recruitment process including an alternative format of the application form can contact a Recruitment Officer at or.

To read our diversity and inclusion statement please visit our website