NWP40120

Certificate IV in Water Industry Operations (Treatment)

Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)

The NWP40120 Certificate IV in Water Industry Operations (Treatment) is for water treatment supervisors who need both leadership and technical skills. This nationally recognised qualification will teach you how to lead and supervise work teams while improving water treatment systems and processes. Technical skills include: applying chemistry principles to water systems, overseeing the use of SCADA systems, implementing health and safety plans, assessing and improving a wide range of water treatment processes (desalination, membrane filters, granular media filters, anaerobic digestion, sedimentation, sludge removal). Enquire now for the full list of study units, water treatment career competencies, and upcoming course dates.

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Career opportunities

The Certificate IV in Water Industry Operations (Treatment) will prepare you for the following roles.

Water Treatment Technician

A Water Treatment Technician performs specialist tasks at a water or wastewater treatment facility. You might be involved in water quality testing,...

Avg yearly income $75,400
Entry barriers Low

Water Treatment Supervisor

A Water Treatment Supervisor oversees daily operations at a water treatment facility. You might supervise a team of staff and ensure a facility is...

Avg yearly income $109,200
Entry barriers Low

Wastewater Plant Operator

A Wastewater Plant Operator treats wastewater at a water facility. You might prepare water for human consumption or for other purposes. Wastewater...

Avg yearly income $70,200
Entry barriers Low

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