Administration - Operations Assistant

Thrive in a dynamic role as you shape WA’s water future.

We are looking for people who are inspired to find better solutions, so together we can shape WA’s water future. At Water Corporation, we pride ourselves on being more than just a workplace. Our community is made up of committed and energetic individuals who prioritise a healthy work-life balance and embrace a diverse and vibrant culture.

• 6 months opportunity until 31st Dec 2026 - providing essential admin, procurement and inventory support to keep depot operations running smoothly.
• Hands‑on daily support to operational teams to maintain safe, efficient workflows.
• $83,938 + Super + Location Allowance for a role where your strong, reliable contribution truly matters.

About the role

An Operations Assistant is required for a 6 month acting period at the Carnarvon Depot, to support the district by delivering a broad range of administrative services that keep daily operations running smoothly. Assisting with correspondence, records management, procurement tasks, fleet administration, and overseeing depot needs such as cleaning contracts and inventory control.

Working closely with operational teams, you will help with petty cash, purchasing card processing, stock management, and the receival of goods and materials. This role suits someone organised, reliable, and ready to contribute to a safe and efficient depot environment.

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 from home, 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.   

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

What you can expect with this role

• Support safe work practices by following all corporate OH&S policies and procedures.
• Provide general administrative support across the district to assist daily service delivery.
• Assist with correspondence, records management, and document control.
• Help depot staff with fleet administration, including paperwork, inspections and service bookings.
• Manage procurement tasks, including purchasing, receipting goods, and overseeing the depot’s cleaning contract.
• Support depot operations by managing petty cash, assisting with purchasing card processing, and handling inventory and stock movement.

Your skills and experience

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

• Experience providing administration, business, and customer service support in a multi‑disciplinary environment.
• Current WA C‑class driver’s licence.
• Knowledge of procurement processes and payments, with proficiency in eProcurement.
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft applications, SAP, and service delivery systems (e.g., ODSS, WWQMS); knowledge of Water Corporation operations is desirable.
• While not essential, holding a High Risk Forklift Licence and/or a Construction Card (Blue/White) would be an advantage.

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 9th July 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