Senior Operations Assistant

The world is changing and as we work towards a more sustainable future every day, our teams work to create innovative solutions and help deliver and manage water across our state. We invite you to join one of our committed teams and thrive as you collaborate with bright minds while shaping WA’s water future.

• Permanent opportunity based in majestic Kununurra
• Grow your career with genuine flexibility and standout benefits
• $93,249 + Location Allowance + Super

About the role 

A permanent full-time opportunity is available as a Senior Operations Assistant which could potentially open doors and opportunities to further your career at Water Corporation.

We are recruiting for an experienced and motivated administration professional!

You will play a vital part within a small administration team supporting the service delivery group for the West Pilbara. This is a multi-disciplined team consisting of welders, electricians, fitters, civil operators, water and waste water technicians. You will help support these teams to provide essential water and waste water services to the West Pilbara community.

Developing strong relationships with our business partners and central business groups, you will assist in the smooth provision of operations whilst meeting the customer and business needs.

Make a difference in your local community, feel good about the work you do.

Who are we?

When you join Water Corporation, you play an important role for the people of WA. Our services are essential for life - everyday, millions of Western Australians rely on us to deliver and manage water across our state.

If you’re driven to make a meaningful contribution, you’ve come to the right place.

Real benefits that matter

• Real flexibility with options to work a 9-day fortnight, flexible work hours
• Two well-being days each year to do whatever you need to do to feel good
• Access to long service leave pro rata after 3 years of service
• Take advantage of our co-contribution superannuation scheme. Receive a 12% employer contribution and enjoy an additional 2% employer co-contribution when you elect to salary sacrifice 2%.  
• Purchase additional leave of up to 12 weeks or work 4 years at a reduced salary and take the fifth year off as paid leave
• Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural and ceremonial leave of up to 5 days so you can maintain your cultural connection and wellbeing.   
• Air Conditioning Subsidy
• An additional 38 hours (5 days) annual leave
• Additional Leave Travel Concession
• Additional Conditions Allowance

Discover more benefits we offer to support the unique and individual ways our employees live.

What you can expect with this role

• Helping key stakeholders and customers with operational enquiries to ensure the delivery of services.
• Support operations staff with training, administration, and Water Corporation processes.
• Oversee reporting and following up on issues relating to facility / property / building management.
• Coordinate procurement, logistics and stores operations.
• Support the Team Leader with meetings, work permits and site visits.

Your skills and experience

For this role, we are looking for great talent with:    

• Considerable experience in providing business and customer service support. 
• Significant experience in a broad range of administration functions.
• Advanced computing skills and the use of programs such as Microsoft and SAP. 
• Sound knowledge of asset operation and customer services in utility environment
• Driver’s license and Fork-lift license (HRWL – LF) desirable

Sound like a match? Apply today

If you are interested in the above opportunity, please submit a covering letter and resume that best demonstrates your skills and experience as well as your ability to meet the requirements of the role. 

Applications close 23rd March 2026 

As part of the recruitment process you will be required to complete Pre-Employment screening which may include a medical, qualification check police clearance and Australian working rights check.  

We reserve the right to withdraw this ad prior to the closing date. 

Our commitment to a diverse and inclusive workplace: 

Diversity and inclusion are more than words. They guide us on building a thriving workforce that reflects the diversity of our customers and our community.

We encourage applications from every background, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, women, youth, LGBTQIA+ folks and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

We are committed to ensuring an accessible and inclusive work environment to enable people with disability to participate fully in all aspects of employment.

Applicants with disability who require adjustments during the recruitment process including an alternative format of the application form, can contact a Recruitment Officer at recruitment@watercorporation.com.au or 08 9420 2000.

To read our diversity and inclusion statement, please visit our website