AddressAN EXCITING OPPORTUNITY TO TAKE YOUR WATER OPERATIONS CAREER TO THE NEXT LEVEL
About the position:
The Assistant Operator Water Reclamation is responsible for collecting, analysing and reporting on process samples and treated water quality from both the Wetalla Wastewater Treatment Facility and the Advanced Water Treatment Facility, and assist in the facility operations and day-to-day running of the plant.
- This is a permanent full-time position, based at the Wetalla Wastewater Treatment Facility (Goombungee Road, Cranley).
- The base wage for this position is $1,203.92 gross per week, plus 17.5% annual leave loading and up to 12.65% superannuation.
- In addition to the base wage rate, you will receive an on-call allowance and access to a commuter-use vehicle when participating in the on-call roster.
- We offer a range of progressive health and wellbeing services.
- Employee Assistance Program – free 24 hour nationwide confidential personal or work-related counselling services for employees and their families.
- Work in a safety-conscious organisation - home safe every day!
About the Water Operations team:
Water Operations forms part of the Water and Waste Services Group (WWSG), which also includes Water Infrastructure Services, Water Project Services and Waste Services. Water Operations is responsible for the operation of Council’s water and wastewater pumping, treatment, and distribution systems to ensure customer service standards and legislative compliance obligations are met.
The team encompasses personnel from various areas of engineering, operations and compliance. Our team believes in fostering a positive work culture based around quality outcomes, effective communication, transparency, professionalism and respect.
How to be successful in this position:
- Hold the mandatory qualification(s), training and/or experience, as outlined under the 'Success Criteria' in the Position Description.
- Well-developed knowledge and skills relating to wastewater plant processes, operations and functions.
- Demonstrated ability to operate and maintain plant / machinery consistent with qualifications held to the principles of best practice and Council standards.
- Demonstrated ability to understand directions and to communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
- Sound numeracy, written and oral communication skills.
- Ability to complete daily works neatly and correctly, including accurate data entry.
- Competency in using Council’s SCADA and Tech One software systems or the ability to rapidly gain the required knowledge of Council systems.
- Demonstrated experience and ability in performing physical labouring tasks.
- Sound knowledge of industry requirements and practices relevant to the treatment of water and wastewater and the ability to understand and follow Council's policies and procedures.
- Understanding of and commitment to Council’s Organisational Value and Behaviour of Teamwork.
How to apply:
For full details of this position, please ensure you download the Position Description.
To apply, please submit two documents:
1. A two page document addressing the 'Success Criteria' in the Position Description; and
2. Your current resume.
The preferred candidate will be required to undertake a Criminal History Check and a pre-employment medical assessment to assess their ability to perform the genuine occupational requirements of the position.
PLEASE NOTE: Your application may not be considered if you do not follow the instructions outlined above.
Visit our website www.tr.qld.gov.au/jobs for information on how to apply for jobs at Toowoomba Regional Council. Applicants are encouraged to apply online.
For further information
Please contact Neil Roberts on 0438 104 *** within business hours.
Closing date
The closing date for applications is Sunday, 14 July 2024 at 11:45pm.
About Council
The Toowoomba Region is about rich traditions and bold ambitions. Our long and proud agricultural history has evolved Toowoomba into Australia’s second largest inland city supporting diverse townships in the Council area and acting as a service centre for South West Qld and North West NSW. The region is boldly forging new opportunities around the Surat Basin resource sector, education, health, transport and massive infrastructure investments. Growth hasn’t come at the expense of liveability though, with Toowoomba twice voted in the top 5 most family friendly cities in Australia.
Toowoomba Regional Council services a regional population of 166,500 and employs a team of approximately 1,800 staff, dedicated and passionate about delivering excellent customer service to the community, residents and visitors throughout the region. We recognise that our success depends upon attracting and retaining skilled and talented staff and offer a wide variety of interesting challenges and opportunities to develop your career.
Attachments:
- Position Description Assistant Operator Water Reclamation.pdf
- TRC Values and Behaviours.pdf
