Water Quality Process Officer

At GWMWater, we take pride in our team of skilled and customer-focused employees. Our staff work across the region in areas such as engineering, customer service, communications, finance and operations.

We are one of the largest regional water corporations in Victoria and offer exciting career opportunities for our staff.

Our head office is in Horsham, the capital of the beautiful Wimmera region, only three hours from Melbourne or the magnificent Victorian Southwest Coast.

The region boasts access to many national parks including the Grampians and Mt Arapiles. Horsham offers a warm and welcoming community for those wanting a safe and healthy rural lifestyle, and the town boasts first-class health, educational, cultural, sporting and social facilities.

We’re committed to:

• Supporting our staff, contractors and suppliers to work safely and achieve zero harm
• Offering a flexible, diverse and inclusive workplace
• Investing in our people so we can adapt to the changing needs of our region
• Building the capability of our people and strengthening a professional, customer-focused culture

We are an equal employment opportunity employer.  

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Staff testimonials

Ever wondered what it's like working at GWMWater? Watch the videos below from some of our employees to find out more...

Laura Priestley, our Water Services Operator, talks about her career transition from working as a chef to joining our Water Services team.

Amy Harding, our Customer Service Officer, talks about her experience joining the GWMWater Customer Service team.

Lisa Warrick, our Learning and Development Coordinator, talks about her career journey at GWMWater, from the Customer Service Team through to the People & Culture Team.

Katherine Velthuis, our Finance Officer, talks about how her career has progressed and the training opportunities she has been given, since joining the GWMWater team. 

Stephanie Merlicek, our Environmental Sustainability Officer, shares the challenges, surprises and advice she would give to others considering making the move to our region.

 Josh Turco, our Graduate Engineer, shares what it was like relocating to the region and joining the GWMWater team.

Preparing your application

Your application should include the following three things:

• Your CV detailing your employment history, achievements, educational qualifications and contact details.
• A cover letter detailing your skills and experience which respond to the key selection criteria outlined in the position description.
• A statement addressing the key selection criteria. 

Reference checking

Two work-related references must be supplied with your application. These should be from people who can comment directly on your abilities in a work situation.

Our recruitment process
Assessment

All applications are assessed by a selection panel. The selection panel reviews the information provided by each applicant against the position description selection criteria, as well as in comparison with other applicants.

Interview

If you're selected for interview, we'll invite you to meet us for a discussion about your skills and experiences in relation to the role.

At this stage we may also:

• Contact your referees to get a better understanding of you as a person and your experience.
• Ask you to undergo Psychometric Testing as part of the selection process.

Offer

If we offer you a position:

• you may be asked to undertake a medical examination, depending on the role to ensure the work will not place your health at risk.
• You may also be required to undergo a police/criminal record check depending on the role.

If all goes well – congratulations and welcome to the team.

Our work environment

We offer great working conditions and range of interesting and rewarding work opportunities.

• Friendly and supportive workplace
• A commitment to diversity and equal employment opportunity
• Health and wellbeing program and an active social club
• Community-minded culture
• Team-oriented environment

We understand that staff and their families sometimes may need support when dealing with work or personal challenges.

To assist during these times, we provide access to confidential counselling through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP), delivered by Optum.

Flexibility

We recognise the importance of a work-life balance and offer a flexible workplace.

• Flexible work arrangements
• Family-friendly environments

Professional development

Investing in the development of our staff helps us deliver high-quality services to our customers.

• Mentoring opportunities
• Knowledge sharing across teams
• Challenging career opportunities
• Employee development opportunities

Rewards and recognition

We recognise and reward our staff through competitive pay and a range of benefits.

• Salary sacrifice (superannuation)
• Reward and recognition program
• Competitive remuneration and salary packaging
• Access to Local Government Employees Health Plan

Career pathways: Where do you fit in?

We offer a range of career pathways. Some of our staff join us directly from secondary school and complete traineeships or other on-the-job training. Others begin their careers after completing tertiary qualifications.

Our staff are encouraged to continue developing their skills, with many undertaking further training or qualifications through their time with us.

The diagram below shows indicative training levels. These may vary depending on the skills of individual or role.

Privacy

By making an application, you consent to the collection, use, storage and removal of your personal information, including the details of your referees. At all times during the recruitment process, this information is treated in a highly confidential manner. All documents are held in secure storage and made available only to members of the selection panel.

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