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Water or Liquid Waste Treatment Plant / System Operator

Average Early-Career Water or Liquid Waste Treatment Plant / System Operator Hourly Pay in Australia

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AU$29.00
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The average hourly pay for a Water or Liquid Waste Treatment Plant / System Operator is AU$29.00 in 2025

Hourly Rate
AU$0 - AU$29
Total Pay
AU$0 - AU$60k
(last updated Jan 12 2022)
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What Do Water or Liquid Waste Treatment Plant / System Operators Do?

Water or Liquid Waste Treatment Plant / System Operator Tasks
  • Operate and maintain equipment to filter and monitor waste and wastewater.
  • Record data and inventory to track performance and identify problems.
  • Add chemicals and clean and maintain equipment and processing beds.
  • Take samples and test water and/or sewage for microorganisms, solid matter, and other contaminants.
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Common Health Benefits for a Water or Liquid Waste Treatment Plant / System Operator

Medical
25%
Dental
25%
None
75%

Gender Breakdown for Water or Liquid Waste Treatment Plant / System Operators

Male
100.0%
This data is based on 3 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Water or Liquid Waste Treatment Plant / System Operators

What is the highest pay for Water or Liquid Waste Treatment Plant / System Operators?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Water or Liquid Waste Treatment Plant / System Operator is A$NaN / hour

What is the lowest pay for Water or Liquid Waste Treatment Plant / System Operators?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Water or Liquid Waste Treatment Plant / System Operator is A$NaN / hour

How can Water or Liquid Waste Treatment Plant / System Operators increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Water or Liquid Waste Treatment Plant / System Operator is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are a Water or Liquid Waste Treatment Plant / System Operator that oversees more junior Water or Liquid Waste Treatment Plant / System Operators, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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