There’s No Us Without U. Care with Us, for Today and Tomorrow There's no life without water, and at Urban Utilities, we live and breathe that knowledge every single day. It's why our people are so passionate about what they do and how they do it. And it's why we need people like YOU . Come shape our future with us and make a real and lasting impact across our teams. Your opportunity: Our Operations & Maintenance group has a n opportunity for an Operations Specialis t within our Resource Recovery team. The Operations Specialist will provide technical leadership to operations teams supporting business performance within their region and where required support other teams/regions across the Urban Utilities service territory. Supporting the Plant Manager, the role will apply extensive technical knowledge of site operations to drive the optimal performance of the plant/s, troubleshoot problems and support the coordination of project and maintenance activities to ensure optimal outcomes and continuity of service. Some of your accountabilities will include: Monitor and review performance against HS&E KPIs, and performance of assets within the RRC area of responsibility; Take action to improve performance and to resolve non-compliance with UU’s HS&E policies, procedures and mandatory instructions. Communicate the local technical action plan; explain how this relates to Resource Recovery’s strategy and action plan and the broader UU mission and vision; motivate team to achieve local business goals. Monitor and report on the effectiveness of the safety management system (SMS) for P&G operations within the RRC, including the operation, maintenance, protection and improvement of gas train equipment. Review operational performance and implement innovations and changes that ensure continuous improvements are delivered. About you : We are seeking candidates who are passionate about shaping our future, and ideally have the following qualifications, skills and experiences: 5-10 years’ experience working in Waste Water / Water Treatment Experience supervising teams in a operational setting Builds strong customer relationships and delivers customer-centric solutions. Works in partnership with internal stakeholder groups to find mutually beneficial outcomes. Deep knowledge of Resource Recovery operations Ability to work in an on-call agreement as Current Class C driver licence At UU, we celebrate diversity. We genuinely believe that bringing together diversity of thoughts, perspectives and expressions is key and crucial to our success as a business. You might find you meet some, but not all, of the job requirements for this role. We’d still encourage you to apply as we we’re looking for the right human being for this role - it’s about so much more than ticking all the boxes! Why Urban Utilities? At Urban Utilities, the work we do is about so much more than the bottom line. We're a leading provider of world-class drinking water and wastewater services to the vibrant communities of Brisbane, Ipswich, Lockyer Valley, Somerset, and Scenic Rim. As we continue to grow, we're committed to planning ahead and shaping a sustainable future around water for generations to come. At the core of our work lies genuine care: for our team, our customers, communities, and the environment. From the flush of a toilet to major infrastructure projects and residential developments, we're dedicated to being there every step of the way. Our HQ is in Fortitude Valley, Brisbane, but you'll find us all over SEQ - working in cool places like the SAS Laboratory in Darra, field-based depots in Eagle Farm, Acacia Ridge, Bundamba, and wastewater treatment plants dotted across the region. We know the chance to thrive, and progress comes hand in hand with the support to balance work with life. So, you’ll access an increasingly diverse range of benefits and initiatives that’ll help you bring the best you . Speaking of which, here’s just a sample of the benefits we offer our team: Generous Salary Packaging options, including novated leases Corporate discounts across Health insurance, technology and more 18 weeks of paid parental leave, 15 days personal leave including two proactive wellbeing days, and an additional day of leave each year to connect with friends and family Flexibility at UU depends on the type of work you do but could include options such as, 9-day fortnights and flexible days. Talk to us about what flexibility means to you! Urban Utilities is an endorsed employer for all women. See our range of benefits and policies directly at WORK180 Visit our website to learn more about us at www.urbanutilities.com.au How to apply Click on the ‘Apply” to complete your application. Applications close Thursday 5th of February 2026 Please note: applicants will be required to undergo a Pre-employment medical , which may include Drug and Alcohol testing, as well as other b ackground c heck s as part of the recruitment process for this role. For further information please contact our Talent team at careers@urbanutilities.com.au
