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Water or Liquid Waste Treatment Plant / System Operator

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

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AU$30.09
/ hour

Avg. Base Hourly Rate (AUD)
25%
A$28.49
MEDIAN
A$30.09
75%
A$37.50

The average hourly pay for a Water or Liquid Waste Treatment Plant / System Operator is AU$30.09 in 2025

Hourly Rate
AU$28 - AU$38
Total Pay
AU$58k - AU$74k
Based on 8 salary profiles (last updated Jul 11 2023)
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Common Health Benefits for a Water or Liquid Waste Treatment Plant / System Operator

Medical
17%
Dental
17%
None
83%

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

Male
100.0%
This data is based on 4 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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