Operator Multi Skilled – Water Wastewater

Lead from the front. Operate with skill. Build infrastructure that keeps our communities running

Let’s start with the important stuff. This role includes:

• Salary from $1,420 per Week (plus super) based on a 38-hour week.
• Flexible working provisions and a 9-day fortnight
• Generous leave entitlements.
• Gym discounts

As the Operator Multi Skilled - Water Wastewater, you will play a key role in the construction, maintenance and renewal of Council's water, wastewater and stormwater infrastructure. Working within a skilled and collaborative team, you will undertake labouring duties and operate a variety of plant and heavy vehicles to deliver essential community infrastructure projects.

In addition to your technical expertise, you will provide on-site leadership when required, coordinating small teams, supporting the development of fellow operators and ensuring works are completed safely, efficiently and in accordance with Council standards. This hands-on role offers variety, responsibility and the opportunity to contribute directly to the delivery of critical water and wastewater services across the Armidale region

About You

You are a highly skilled and safety-focused operator with extensive experience in the construction and maintenance of water, wastewater and civil infrastructure. With strong proficiency operating a range of plant and equipment including excavators, loaders, backhoes, skid steers and rollers, you take pride in delivering high-quality work safely, efficiently and to a high standard.

You are a proactive team player who is equally comfortable working independently or leading a small crew when required. You have a practical understanding of WHS requirements, traffic management and site risk management, and you lead by example in promoting a positive safety culture. With strong communication skills and a commitment to developing others, you enjoy sharing your knowledge, mentoring team members and contributing to successful project outcomes. Your reliability, leadership capability and dedication to continuous improvement make you a valued member of any field-based team

At Council, we believe in looking out for each other and the community we serve. Whether you're out in the field or helping customers face-to-face, our values—wellbeing, inclusion, commitment, and transparency—guide everything we do.

We’re looking for people who bring a positive attitude, take pride in their work, and support their teammates to do the same.

If you care about doing a good job and making a real difference every day, we’d love to have you on the team.

Want to help shape a better future for your community and work with a great bunch of people? Come join the Water/Wastewater team – find out how below!

In your application, tell us about…

• Why do you want to work at Armidale Regional Council?
• What makes you the best person for the role?
• Your qualifications and experience relevant to the role.

Please include a covering letter and a CV. We also want you to upload a video of yourself (no longer than 3 minutes*) answering the following:

• Briefly introduce yourself,
• Tell us about a time where your experience and expertise as an operator made a difference on a job.
• What do you think makes a great leader, and how do you lead by example in the workplace?

*Please note only .mov, .mp4, .wmv, and and avi. files are accepted with a size limit of 50mb.

Please note:

• Only the five (3 written, 2 video) questions need to be addressed in your application, however your resume and cover letter will be assessed against the full list of Essential Criteria located within the Position Description attached to this advertisement.
• You will also be required to attach PDF copies of your qualifications, tickets &/or accreditations to your application.

Are you ready to be part of reviving the region and join the Water/Wastewater team?

• If you would like further information on the role, please contact David Bell, Project Officer Water/Wastewater on 04•• ••• 185 for a confidential discussion.
• Armidale Regional Council is an inclusive employer that does not discriminate based on race, religion, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, or marital, veteran, or disability status.
• Council recognises the unique skills and attributes demonstrated by service personnel in their service to our country and applications from ex-service personnel are welcome. All applicants who are veterans will be provided with specific feedback on their application if they are unsuccessful. The Local Government Rank to Grade Guide was developed to help both hiring managers and veterans understand how ADF skills and experience align with public sector jobs. You can use this guide as a tool to help you identify where your skills and qualifications align you to. For further information, and to access this guide, please click Here.

Applications close 11:30pm, Sunday 9 August 2026