Water, wastewater, plumbing, and civil systems explained by a working
practitioner.
Built for real assets, real compliance, and real-world decision-making.
Water, wastewater, plumbing, and civil systems explained by a working
practitioner.
Built for real assets, real compliance, and real-world decision-making.
Water, wastewater, plumbing, and civil systems explained by a working
practitioner.
Built for real assets, real compliance, and real-world decision-making.
Mike Lynch is an Australian water and wastewater operator holding a Certificate IV in Water Operations, with long-term, hands-on experience across treatment plants, regional councils, and small community systems in Australia and internationally.
His books are written from practical operational environments and focus on what actually holds together over time — not idealised theory or imported approaches that don’t translate well to local conditions.
Mike has worked across a wide range of water and wastewater systems, including lagoons and oxidation ponds, RBCs, small community plants, and modern mechanical works. His experience includes day-to-day operation, troubleshooting, training operators, and supporting councils where systems are under pressure or not performing as intended.
This guide is written from real wastewater operations experience — not theory. It gives operators clear, step-by-step instructions for diagnosing problems, understanding causes, and fixing issues safely and confidently.
This guide is written by an experienced wastewater operator for operators. It focuses on real-world plant operation, troubleshooting, and decision-making rather than academic theory. The content reflects how Australian treatment plants actually run day-to-day, including small and regional council plants, with practical examples, operator tips, and common fault scenarios you won’t find in generic textbooks.
Yes. The guide aligns well with Certificate III and Certificate IV Water Industry Operations training. It supports core concepts, reinforces practical understanding, and helps bridge the gap between formal training and on-the-job operation. Many operators and trainees use it alongside their coursework as a practical reference.
Yes. Lagoon systems and small-town wastewater treatment plants are specifically covered. The guide recognises that many Australian communities operate lagoons, oxidation ditches, and simplified treatment systems, and it addresses their unique operational challenges, limitations, and compliance requirements.
Absolutely. The guide is written in plain, practical language and is suitable for new operators, trainees, and those transitioning into wastewater roles. Concepts are explained clearly without assuming prior experience, while still providing enough depth to remain valuable as operators progress in their careers.
Yes. The guide is well suited for council onboarding and induction purposes. It provides a consistent reference for procedures, terminology, and operational thinking, helping new staff understand treatment processes faster and reducing reliance on informal knowledge transfer. Many councils use it as a supplementary training and mentoring resource.
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