Wastewater or Water Plant Operator
- Classification
- Occupation
- Skill level
- 4
- Major group
- Machinery Operators and Drivers
Classification
- Major group
- 7Machinery Operators and Drivers
- Sub-major group
- 73Machine and Stationary Plant Operators
- Minor group
- 732Stationary Plant Operators
- Unit group
- 7324Wastewater and Water Plant Operators
Description
Operates plant to store, distribute and treat water, including purifying water for human consumption and removing wastes from sewage.
Specialisations
- Dam or Reservoir Operator
- Water or Wastewater Networks Operator
Unit group
7324 · Wastewater and Water Plant OperatorsDescription
Operate plant to store, distribute and treat water, including purifying water for human consumption and removing wastes from sewage.
Skill level
Australia
4
Occupation skill level 4
Tasks
Tasks include
- Monitors and operates wastewater or water treatment processes and equipment
- Adjusts chemical dosages and treatment processes to maintain water quality
- Monitors and controls water storage and distribution systems
- Inspects and maintains wastewater or water treatment equipment and machinery
- Responds to emergencies at a wastewater treatment facility, and takes appropriate action
- Collects samples of water or wastewater for testing
- Collects and analyses data on water quality and treatment processes
- Prepares reports on plant operations and water quality
Occupations in this unit group
Sources
- www.abs.gov.au/statistics/classifications/osca-occupation-standard-classification-australia/2024-version-1-0/browse-classification/7/73/732/7324
- www.abs.gov.au/statistics/classifications/osca-occupation-standard-classification-australia/2024-version-1-0/data-downloads/OSCA%20Category%20Descriptions.xlsx
The supplied migration lists use ANZSCO codes, not OSCA codes.