"If you ask any operator why they do what they do, the answer will always be to protect the environment and support their community. Who doesn't want to come to work and save lives? That’s what we do on a daily basis and that’s what I really enjoy.”

- Mandy Murchison

“A lot of young people say they want to work in the environment, but they don't know how or where to start. This is working in the environment. If you’re not a person that likes to sit behind a desk all day, this is perfect for you, you get to be out in the elements and nothing is ever the same.”

- Mandy Murchison

“Since I was young, I've always had an interest in plumbing and worked for a plumber casually when I left school. When a job came up for a water and wastewater trainee at council, I was drawn to that and found it gave me a more in depth knowledge of treating water and wastewater.”

- Ben Haddock

“My favorite thing about being an operator is the problem solving. Every day is different and I love working out how to deliver clean, safe drinking water to people.”

- Luke Ellis