Operator Water And Sewer Network

Operator Water and Sewer Network
About Us:
Kempsey Shire Council (KSC) is located on the Mid North Coast of NSW, known for its genuine hospitality, pristine beaches, sub-tropical rainforests, mountain ranges, rock river gorges, sprawling farmland and peaceful villages.
We are a progressive, proactive and dynamic organisation, and we pride ourselves on the respectful and supportive workplace we have cultivated. With 360+ dedicated staff managing $1.3 billion worth of assets across many sites throughout the Shire, KSC work closely with our community to build an inspired, connected Macleay Valley.
Your New Role:
Are you a skilled plumber or have experience in water operations? Ready to be part of a great team? Here’s your chance! We’re thrilled to offer this incredible opportunity to join our organisation as a Water and Sewer Network Operator.
This position is part of our Water Construction and Maintenance function, and ultimately involves carrying out maintenance, repair, rehabilitation and construction of Kempsey Shire Council’s water supply and Sewer Network. You’ll respond promptly to service requests, emergencies and address any operational issues related to Water and Sewer systems. Using your prior experience and knowledge, you'll also monitor system performance, identify inefficiencies and implement corrective actions to optimise network operations and minimise downtime.
You’ll work collaboratively with team members, supervisors and other stakeholders in the coordination of work schedules and ensure that accurate records of maintenance activities, equipment inspections and relevant data are kept, to support regulatory compliance and reporting requirements.
For a full list of the Key Accountabilities of the role, please refer to the Position Description.
About You: The Successful Candidate
To be successful in this role, the desirable experience and competencies are:
Trade Qualifications in Plumbing and/or Cert III in Water Industry Operations.
Demonstrated work experience relevant to the role.
Demonstrated working knowledge of Work Health & Safety obligations as they relate to this position.
Physical ability to undertake labouring duties.
Current industry relevant SafeWork or technical certificates including Confined Space Entry, Backflow Prevention. Traffic Controller and/or Implement Traffic Management Plans would be considered an advantage.
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot technical issues effectively.
Proven ability to use a computer including mobile devices and software applications.
Current Tetanus, Hepatitis A and Hepatitis B immunisations (or willing to obtain).
Valid driver’s licence.
Benefits of working for Kempsey Shire Council:
As the successful candidate, you’ll enjoy:
A permanent full-time position, 38 hours per week.
RDO each fortnight
Weekly salary of $1,227.90 to $1,382.00 (plus 11% superannuation).
Access to a Council commuter use vehicle to travel to your different work locations throughout the Shire.
A working environment focussed on wellbeing, including flexible work arrangements, rostered days off, EAP access, social club, and health and wellbeing programs.
Fitness Passport program offering discounted access to a range of gym and pool facilities.
Career development and learning opportunities.
A supportive, collaborative working environment designed to help you grow!
A fantastic lifestyle and work life balance, on the beautiful Mid-North Coast.
Interested?
Please apply via Council’s website http://careers.kempsey.nsw.gov.au/. Note that you will be required to prepare and submit:
A short statement (maximum 2 pages) outlining how your experience, abilities, knowledge and personal qualities will enable you to achieve the key accountabilities of the role (as listed in the Position Description); and
Your current resume.
Applications Close: Sunday 10 March 2024 at 4:00pm
Have questions? Please contact Chris Seam Water and Sewer Network Manager for a confidential discussion on Ph: 02 6566 3200.
Please Note:
This role does require participation in a rotating roster for after hours on-call duties as required.
Completion of a pre-employment medical assessment is a requirement of KSC’s recruitment process for this position.
Our recruitment notification process is primarily via system generated emails. Please ensure your email is correct before submitting your application to avoid missing crucial updates.
If you experience any difficulties applying online, please contact the Recruitment team on 02 6566 3200 or email jobs@kempsey.nsw.gov.au
Thank you and good luck with your application.
Kempsey Shire Council is an equal opportunity employer and we celebrate our diverse, inclusive and values-led workforce. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with diverse culture and linguistic backgrounds and people with a disability. In addition, Kempsey Shire Council will provide reasonable adjustments for suitably qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require additional assistance to participate in the recruitment process, please discuss with the advertised contact person. You can ask for reasonable adjustments to be made at any time during the recruitment process.
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