SAFETY ALERT! Flooding

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2024-07-27 18:15:01 DAM CAPACITY 52.00% 33.35M HEIGHT 404,527ML VOLUME

Careers

Established in 1973, GAWB is an intrinsic part of the Gladstone region – our people not only work in the region, they also call it home.

We have a small but dedicated team of passionate employees, working to deliver safe, secure, and reliable water supply to our customers.

We are a safe, inclusive workplace that supports diversity and opportunity. We invest in our people and empower them to make decisions and challenge the status quo. Our highly diverse portfolio of assets and responsibilities means we have a range of career opportunities across a variety of areas such as engineering, science and environment, policy and planning, project management, trades, dam and water treatment operation, land management and corporate services.

Current Career Opportunities

Electrical Instrumentation Apprenticeship

Apprentices and Trainees Queensland, in partnership with Gladstone Area Water Board, is seeking applications for an Electrical and Instrumentation Technician Apprenticeship that will commence in 2025. 

Kickstart your career in the water industry and develop a broad range of skills in this hands-on apprenticeship. Upon completing your apprenticeship, you will obtain a Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician and Certificate III in Instrumentation and Control. 

The ideal candidate has a keen interest in math and science and has completed year 12 prior to commencement. 

 

Water Operator 

The Water Operator provides operational assistance in the daily functioning of GAWB’s two water treatment plants and water delivery networks.  

The position is responsible for routine tasks like asset inspection and minor maintenance tasks to ensure plant reliability. The water operators ensures treated water meets Australian Drinking Water Guidelines criteria, thereby providing safe drinking water to the community. 

The ideal candidate is enthusiastic, highly motivated, professional and deeply committed to meeting our service obligations. You will have excellent problem-solving skill and the ability to work as part of a team in a dynamic operating environment. 

Project Manager – Easements

Concentis is partnering with GAWB to source a Project Manager – Easements to help play a pivotal role within their Asset Planning Team.

The Project Manager – Easements oversees the safety, accessibility and integrity of GAWB”s water pipeline easements, managing risks through your assessment and strategic planning. 

The role requires proactive risk analysis, prioritisation and execution to safeguard infrastructure and ensure reliable water delivery within the region.

Dam Safety Engineer

Concentis has partnering with GAWB to source a Dam Safety Engineer to join their Engineering team. 

The Dam Safety Engineer leads the development and implementation of safety improvement plans, dam surveillance programs and emergency management processes to ensure and enhance dam safety.

Tertiary qualifications in engineering (civil, or similar) are essential, along with substantial knowledge and proven experience with construction, dam safety, water supply or dam engineering disciplines. 

The ideal candidate has demonstrated experience interpreting and applying legislation and engineering codes relevant to dam safety.

 

The Way We Work

GAWB’s vision, mission and values are fundamental to everything we do.

Vision

Together delivering safe and reliable water services to enhance the livability of our region. 

Mission

We are a leading water provider that supports our customers, community and people. We provide an essential service that promotes the economic development and enhances the lifestyle of regional Queensland. 

Values

Our values guide the way we work to achieve our vision.

We look after ourselves. And each other. 

We work together.  Always.

We all contribute. Openly. 

We deliver. You and I.