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A Water Plant Operator Assistant is part of the team at a water treatment or processing facility. You might be involved with treating water for further use, testing water to check it meets regulations or monitoring water supply levels. Water Plant Operator Assistants ensure equipment, tanks and pumps are properly cleaned and maintained and organise repairs when needed. You might assist with the filtration or chemical treatment of water and wastewater supplies.
Water Plant Operator Assistants might perform a range of duties during their day. You’ll need to be able to follow instructions and complete your tasks according to correct procedures. Water Plant Operator Assistants should be capable of completing physical tasks when required. You’ll need to be flexible and able to work as part of a team.
There are 2 courses available for people who want to become a Water Plant Operator Assistant.
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The certificate II in Water Industry Operations (NWP20119) will give you the skills needed to work at water treatment and distribution plants (irrigation, wastewater, drinking water). This is a nationally recognised qualification that takes 6 months to complete. You will learn how to take water samples and present the data, respond to blue-green algae outbreaks, operate and control a range of water treatments including fluoride, disinfection chemicals, and UV processes. Enquire now for the course prospectus and the list of upcoming training dates..
Average duration: 6 months.
Seeking an operational role in the Australian water industry? Try the the NWP30219 Certificate III in Water Industry Operations. This nationally recognised qualification is for water industry operators who need hands-on technical skills and operational competencies. The course covers: WHS and risk control processes, environmental compliance, chemical safety, teamwork and communication, using SCADA systems, applying the principles of chemistry to water systems and processes, grounds and vegetation maintenance, disinfection and chemical treatments. Enquire now for the list of study units, career outcomes, and active enrolment dates..
Average duration: 24 months.
In Australia, a full time Water Plant Operator Assistant generally earns $960 per week ($49,920 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.
The number of people working in this industry has increased slightly over the last five years. There are currently 4,200 people employed in this sector and many of them specialise as a Water Plant Operator Assistant. Water Plant Operator Assistants may be employed across all regions of Australia.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
If you’re interested in a career as a Water Plant Operator Assistant, consider enrolling in a Certificate II in Water Industry Operations. You’ll learn to take water samples, respond to blue-green algae outbreaks and perform a range of water treatments. You could also consider a Certificate II in Water Industry Operations (Networks) or a Certificate II in Water Industry Operations (Treatment).
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Manufacturing Plant
Brake Press Operator
$960 weekly pay
Factory Worker
Plant Technician
Process Worker
Production Worker
Wastewater Plant Operator Assistant
Water Plant Operator Assistant
Mobile Plant Mechanic
$1,150 weekly pay
Operations Officer
Plant Mechanic
$1,350 weekly pay
Plant Operator
$1,550 weekly pay
Polymer Technician
$1,340 weekly pay
Process Technician
$1,630 weekly pay
Technical Officer
$1,400 weekly pay
Wastewater Plant Operator
$1,250 weekly pay
Water Plant Operator
Plant Engineer
$2,350 weekly pay
Plant Manager
$1,920 weekly pay
Plant Supervisor
$1,540 weekly pay
Water Management
Construction Worker (Water Infrastructure)
Surface Water Operator
$1,050 weekly pay
Water Treatment Technician
Catchment Officer
Hydrographer
Irrigation Field Officer
Trade Waste Officer
Water Networks Operator
Dam Operations Manager
Irrigation Water Supervisor
Water Networks Supervisor
Water Treatment Supervisor
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