Irrigation Channel Operator Maintainer

Company: Fairbairn Irrigation Network (FIN)

Position:   Operator Maintainer 

• Permanent full-time position located in Emerald Qld
• 38 hours per week
• Salary will be commensurate with the role and experience. 

About FIN

FIN is a locally owned company managing the distribution of up to 86,000 megalitres of water from the Fairbairn Dam to channel customers through an extensive irrigation supply and drainage network. FIN is responsible for the timely delivery of water used for irrigated crops, and horticulture.

About the Position

Reporting to the Operations Manager, the Operator Maintainer provides a range of services that contribute to the effective management of FIN’s water supply scheme, undertaking both operational and maintenance duties. The position is responsible for delivering safe, efficient, and reliable services that meet customer and business needs.

Core Responsibilities

Work in accordance with FIN’s values and demonstrate commitment, active involvement with site-based safety and operational deliverables by way of:

• Maintain compliance with environmental and business requirements 
• Manage and coordinate the day-to-day activities of channel operations, ensure compliance with safe operations and maintenance of the Emerald Irrigation Channel system 
• Hands on operation and maintenance of the irrigation system
• Ensure all resources and spares are scheduled and stocked effectively to meet business requirements (critical spares, chemicals, and consumables)
• Provide technical advice and support to the Operations Supervisor
• Engage in all safety activities and report risks & hazards immediately
• Operations of heavy equipment in accordance with manufactures recommendations 
• Plan activities in line with work instructions and in strict accordance with WAME procedures 
• Ensure all issues and problems associated with the operation and maintenance of P&E are communicated to the Maintenance Supervisor in a timely manner so repair and maintenance can be carried out to limit equipment downtime 
• Provide plant specific advice and support to the Maintenance Supervisor

A position description including the position’s responsibilities are available by contacting our office on *****@finwater.com.au or on our Website at www.fairbairnirrigation.com.au

Please submit your resume with covering letter via email to *****@finwater.com.au