Water Operations Analyst

• Supporting Performance and Assurance across Water Supply & Production business at Sydney Water
• Fulltime permanent opportunity based from Potts Hill
• EA Level 12, 38 hour week - $132,305.78 + super

About the Role

This exciting role will support and assist in analysing performance of the Water Filtration Plants for both the Sydney Water and BOOT plants for the Water Supply & Production business. Responsibilities include:

• Producing WSP plant performance reporting on a weekly and monthly basis, provide assistance for all Annual and Ad Hoc reporting
• Perform data analysis to drive operation efficiencies and insight into WSP performance
• Support Water Contract Manager, Contract officers and Commercial Manager as required through smart data analysis of water operation and chemical contracts
• Manage assurance audits for WSP team
• Support routine contract payments
• Support Contract, and business performance audits
• Licence compliance support
• Support and manage WS&P quality management system.

About you

Ideally you will have Tertiary qualifications in Business, Engineering or Science, with an interest in data analysis. You have the ability to successfully use digital tools such as excel and Power BI. You have excellent stakeholder management skills and work well in a team

• Minimum 5 years’ experience working in water/wastewater operations and water quality or similar
• 1-2 years’ experience in QMS, data management and reporting
• Advanced Skills in analytics, data analysis and management, water quality and process monitoring
• Understanding of compliance, probity and audit requirements and how they relate to commercial contracts
• Experience with complex IT system e.g. SCADA/IICATS systems, BI, Microsoft Office application and ability to use customised software package 

Does this sound like you? Apply now. Closing date: 10th March 2026 11:59 AEST

We support you through the application process and can modify as needed – let us know what you need. For more information, you can contact TA Partner marc.evans2@sydneywater.com.au

Please see the position description for the role’s full accountabilities.  

Why join us

At Sydney Water, your work will make a real difference in people’s lives—and your own. With diverse projects and roles, you'll find ample career growth opportunities. At Sydney Water, we actively seek and celebrate diversity, equity, inclusion, and individuality., fostering a safe environment where everyone can thrive and shape impactful community projects. We offer flexible working arrangements and opportunities for career progression among our many benefits.

Dive into Our Great Benefits:

• Competitive Remuneration: We’ll ensure that your skills and contributions are valued and rewarded appropriately.
• Hybrid Work Environment: We offer a hybrid work model that balances remote work and office collaboration, supporting our team's productivity and well-being.
• Continuous Professional Growth: We will invest in your career with leadership and development programs to propel your success.
• 24/7 Wellbeing Support: Access for you and your family to free and confidential mental health and general health support through our EAP portal.
• Discounted Private Health Insurance: Unlock affordable access to top-tier health coverage with our discounted insurance plans.
• Family First: Prioritise your family with up to 18 weeks of fully paid parental leave and a childcare allowance.
• Fitness Passport: Achieve your physical fitness goals using our Fitness Passport, granting you access to a multitude of gyms and pools across NSW.
• Novated Leasing: Get in the driver's seat of your financial future with our novated lease options.

Working at Sydney Water

We welcome and encourage applications from diverse backgrounds, including First Nations people, LGBTQIA+, people with disability, people with caring responsibilities, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and veterans.

As part of the application process, Sydney Water will be collecting your personal information to assess your suitability for the role. We will also use your personal information to establish a LiveHire talent profile in our Talent Community.

Your personal information will be collected in accordance with LiveHire’s Terms, Privacy Policy and Sydney Water’s Privacy Collection Statement – Job Application. Please note as part of the application process, you will be asked to undergo background checks which includes a criminal history check.