SAFETY ALERT! Flooding
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
GAWB’s vision, mission and values are fundamental to everything we do.
Together delivering safe and reliable water services to enhance the livability of our region.
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.
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.
The Gladstone Area Water Board proudly acknowledges the Byellee, Gooreng Gooreng, Gurang and Taribelang Bunda people as the Traditional Custodians of the Gladstone region. We pay our respects to Elders past and present, and recognise the ongoing connection of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to the land and water on which we rely.