AddressAre you passionate about water treatment operations and looking to make a meaningful impact in the community? Mackay Regional Council is seeking a dedicated and talented Process Engineer to join our dynamic Water Treatment Operations Team at the Nebo Road Water Treatment Plant.
Key Responsibilities:
- Operate, control, and optimise chemical, physical, and biological processes at water treatment plants.
- Evaluate and optimise the efficiency and effectiveness of treatment plant operations.
- Ensure compliance with relevant legislation and strive to optimise and enhance service delivery.
- Work within defined budgets and timeframes, meeting financial targets for treatment operations.
- Ensure day-to-day operational activities are conducted safely.
- Collaborate with the Treatment Engineer and operations team to plan, monitor, and report on treatment plant activities.
- Assist in planning and prioritising approved work programs for future water and sewage treatment requirements.
The ideal applicant will possess:
- Ability to evaluate and optimise treatment plant operations.
- Compliance with relevant legislation and dedication to improving service delivery.
- Experience in operating modern water and wastewater treatment plants and diagnosing process problems.
Qualifications and Experience:
- A degree in engineering or relevant discipline from a recognised university, or equivalent qualification acceptable for membership of the Institution of Engineers Australia.
- Previous experience in the water industry, with a focus on treatment operations/management, is advantageous.
If you are a motivated individual with a passion for optimising water treatment processes and ensuring the delivery of safe, high-quality water to the community, we want to hear from you!
Our valued proposition to you:
- Base Salary $97,898 - $107,820 + applicable allowances (dependent on experience and qualifications of the successful applicants)
- Up to 18% Superannuation contribution (Conditions Apply)
- Choice of 4 or 5 weeks annual leave with 17.5% leave loading
- Highly capable, supportive and friendly team environment - great team culture.
- Opportunities for learning and career development
- Flexibility to offer great work-life balance with flexible working arrangements with an RDO
- Membership to lifestyle benefits program including corporate discounts and fitness passport
- Employee assistance support
- Active Social Clubs
Interested?
Applicants are asked to submit an up-to-date resume and cover letter providing details of your relevant experience.
For more information or to view the position description please see the download section of this vacancy.
Applications Close: 30th May 2024
Location:
Mackay Region spans 7,621 square kilometres on the Central Queensland coast. Enjoy an idyllic lifestyle with picturesque beaches, nearby island resorts, stunning rainforests, and a fantastic climate. With over 125,000 residents, the region boasts major shopping centres, entertainment venues, and sporting events, ensuring there's always something exciting to do.
We are an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer, where all applicants are treated fairly and respectfully and have equal access to all available opportunities. At Mackay Regional Council, diversity is about creating a respectful and inclusive workplace that recognises our employees' unique contributions and perspectives, working together to deliver extraordinary results.
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