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SalaryReference number 34201
Position title Supervisor Treatment Plant
Employment status Full Time
Directorate Water and Waste
Location Merrimac Treatment Plant
Award - Classification Local Area Agreement - Stream A Administration LAA 1.19 Level 6
Hours per week 38
Days per fortnight 9 (Nine)
Position summary
Inspired by lifestyle. Driven by opportunity.
That's the vision of the City of Gold Coast.
City of Gold Coast is Australia's second-largest local government authority, and our people are united in their passion for delivering the best for our City. We live; work and play in our enviable natural landscape and have the unique opportunity to see the positive impact our individual contributions have on our community every day.
It is an exciting time for the City of Gold Coast as we drive forward with big plans to create a workplace that is welcoming, inclusive, and authentic where our people's passion and drive can be realised through living and working in our great city.
About the Role
As part of the Water, Waste and Energy Directorate, Asset Solutions operates, maintains and manages the active assets associated with the Sewage Treatment Plants and is also responsible for upgrade projects to expand Water, Waste and Energy's asset base.
The position is required to manage a workforce to meet the operational requirements of the city's sewage and recycled water treatment processes. The position liaises internally with a wide range of City personnel and externally with the general public, contractors and suppliers.
Key deliverables of the position
- Provide strategic and operational advice for recycled water & sewage treatment plant services delivered on a 24/7 basis.
- Continuously strive to achieve compliance with the Sewage Treatment Plants Environmental Authority (EA) licence conditions.
- Prepare budgets, set targets and work priorities.
- Monitor the performance of the Sewage Treatment Plant to meet business targets including revenue, expenditure, safety, quality and all identified Key Performance Indicators.
- Supervise staff and be involved in the recruitment and selection process.
- Substantiate, investigate and resolve queries and complaints.
- Engage in consultation and prepare correspondence, memos and performance and technical reports for distribution to relevant stakeholders
- Provide strategic technical advice to other sections, other levels of government and the general community.
- Work closely with Water, Waste and Energy's Project Managers to help in the planning, design and delivery of Sewage Treatment Plant upgrades, asset renewals and refurbishments.
You will impress us with your proven experience in supervising a high-performing team to deliver compliance in a strict regulatory environment and will have the desire to make workplace health and safety your number 1 priority.
To be successful in this position, you will bring;
- A high level of interpersonal, negotiation, verbal and written communication skills with an ability to articulate complex issues, coordinate effective consultation and manage conflict in a dynamic environment.
- The ability to prioritise problems, gather and analyse information to identify improvement opportunities and engage the right people to reach better outcomes.
- Well-developed planning and organisational skills with demonstrated effectiveness in applying project management to achieve goals.
- A personal drive and integrity to provide leadership, deliver successfully under pressure, exercise sound judgement and learn continuously.
- Have demonstrated capacity to identify significant issues in a regulatory environment and recommend appropriate responses and solutions.
- Completed a Certificate 3 or higher in Water Industry Operations, preferably focussed on wastewater treatment.
When you join the City of Gold Coast, we provide pathways and opportunities for you to grow and achieve your potential; we look out for your health and well being with our Fitness Passport and Employee Assistance programs, we offer flexible work options to allow you to have more time doing the things you enjoy. We have a generous superannuation scheme and an employee driven Social Club to help save you dollars on events and activities to get you amongst the action!
How to apply
Click on the 'Apply' button below to complete your online application. Please upload your current resume and cover letter (of no more than one page) that demonstrates how your skills and experience align with the requirements in the 'About You' section and how you will meet the key deliverables of this position.
The City takes pride in ensuring we hire the right people for our roles and those employed with us are skilled, suitable and will act in a manner that reflects our City values. Our selection process includes pre-employment checks, compulsory drug and alcohol testing and National Police Check (as required).
The City of Gold Coast is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We believe that the diverse makeup of our workforce reflects the community we serve. We are committed to creating a diverse workplace and inclusive culture. All qualified candidates are considered for employment regardless of race, colour, age, religion, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Screening questions Essential: Have you completed a Certificate 3 or higher in Water Industry Operations, preferably focussed on waste water treatment.
Essential: Do you possess a General Construction Induction (White) Card? If not and you are successful in your application, are you willing to obtain one before you commence in the position.
Essential: Do you have experience in supervising a high performing team to help deliver compliance in a strict regulatory environment?
Essential: Are you willing to be part of a 1 in 5, on call roster, to provide 24/7 Sewage and Recycled Water Treatment Plant incident management and operational support?
Contact person Ryan Trinne
Contact number 0466600535
Alternate contact person Jaswinder Manjeet
Alternate contact number 07 0432338260
Closing date 30/03/2023
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