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Position Overview Permanent, Full-time True hybrid working – work from home, in the field and our Mitcham office $107,675.65 - $113,862.32 + 12% superannuation + potentially significant overtime The Role YVW’s Water Network Operators are at the heart of our organisation – ensuring the reliable delivery of safe and pleasant drinking water to our customers. We are seeking an enthusiastic Senior Water Network Operator to join our team and deliver great outcomes for our customers. In this role, you will be responsible for delivering safe, efficient, and high-quality operational outcomes across our drinking and non-drinking water networks. The Senior Water Network Operator role will be a key technical expert with a particular focus and responsibility for a defined geographical area - ensuring the protection of public health and the optimisation of critical infrastructureAbout Us We’re on a mission to create a brighter future, where you can be a change maker for our customers, the environment and your community. We’re one of Australia’s largest water utilities with over 30% of Victoria’s population relying on us for their essential water and sanitation services. Our award-winning culture fosters an inclusive, collaborative, and flexible environment that enables our people to thrive. Here, you’ll be inspired and challenged to grow alongside us. We're committed to reconciliation and supporting the self-determined role for Traditional Owners/Custodians in water and land management. Your Key Responsibilities Responsibility for the safe, efficient and reliable operation of a specific geographic area within our water supply network. Operating and optimizing the supply network to meet customer expectations while minimizing costs and environmental impacts. Acting as a first responder to emergencies and unplanned outages to minimise impacts on customers and the environment. Performing system analysis and managing operational risks regarding safety, continuity of supply, and water quality. Preparing and implementing Operational Change Control Plans (OCCPs). Providing design input for services plans and functional design statements. Working with Case Managers to resolve complex issues related to water pressure, quality, and reliability. Participating in a duty roster (approximately 1 in 7 weeks) to support network reliability. What We’re Looking For We are looking for a collaborative team player who stays calm under pressure and enjoys a mix of independent field work and office-based analysis. This is a Critical Worker role requiring an AusCheck. Advanced understanding of water supply systems with a preferred minimum of 5 years’ experience in operating water assets. Intermediate knowledge of sewerage systems (minimum 2 years’ experience preferred). Full Victorian Driver License and CCF White Card. Capability to perform manual field tasks such as operating valves and hydrants, lifting pit lids (e.g. gatic lids), and handling other equipment, which will involve a moderate level of physical strength and mobility. Developed communication skills with the ability to convey complex technical information in plain language. Problem solving mindset and collaborative approach. A willingness to learn and become familiar with our GIS, SCADA and Asset Management systems (demonstrated experience with GeoMedia, ClearSCADA or MAXIMO being a bonus). Understanding and experience with safety principles and systems when working in roadways and construction sites. Desirable: Cert III or IV in Water Operations. To view the full position description, click HERE. Why Yarra Valley Water? We celebrate and encourage new thinking at every level. Creating opportunities for you to grow – both professionally, and personally. When you flourish, we all do. $107,675.65 - $113,862.32 + 12% superannuation + potentially significant overtime To support your field-based work, you will have access to a company vehicle and specialised tools, available for both work tasks and commuting purpose. Flexible working arrangements where our people are empowered to design their days with their team. Read our hybrid playbook HERE. Free and secure on-site parking with on-site café at our Mitcham office. 14 weeks paid leave parental leave. 15 days paid personal leave, which can be used for caring, wellbeing, mental health, menstrual or menopause. Request to swap certain public holidays for another day of paid leave. To read more about our benefits and culture, read our employee handbook HERE. Did You Know? Research shows that men apply to jobs when they meet an average of 60% of the criteria, while women and other marginalised people tend to only apply when they meet all of them. So, if you think you have what it takes, but don't necessarily tick every box, please apply or get in touch. We'd love to have a chat and see if you could be a great fit.How To Apply Applications should include a supporting Cover Letter and Resume.  Closing date: Tuesday 17th February 2026This position is available for Yarra Valley Water employees and external applicants. We welcome applications from everyone, including Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, mature age and young job seekers, members of the LGBTIQA+ community and people of all cultural backgrounds.  If you need this information in an accessible format or would like to discuss reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process. Please call  or email If you need any help with the application process or would like to discuss the recruitment process, please contact us via email Successful applicants must be eligible to work in Australia and agree to provide information for pre-employment checks, if required for the position. This may also include a Police Check or AusCheck, where an offer will be subject to a satisfactory outcome of these checks. Apply nowShare Save Job