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SalaryEmbrace the opportunity to be part of our collaborative team, elevate your professional journey and make meaningful contributions to the incredible development of our community!
- Opportunity to elevate your professional journey with a renowned organisation offering extensive career growth!
- Enjoy a 38-hour workweek and a 9-day fortnight!
- $89,324 to $103,808 per annum plus superannuation, including industry allowance
Join us in a crucial role where you will ensure the efficient production and treatment of potable water, adhering to Australian Drinking Water Guidelines (ADWG), and the treatment and disposal of sewage to industry best practices and EPA License conditions.
As a key player, you'll lead the treatment team, overseeing their daily operations to provide a safe, high-quality water supply services to the community of Dubbo and surrounds, all while fostering a supportive and collaborative team environment.
DUTIES AND KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Maintain high quality treatment of water by reliable operation of the treatment plant, reservoirs, booster pump stations and laboratory services
- Lead and motivate the team in their daily roles, ensuring the provision of high quality drinking water to the Dubbo community
- Operate a computer based supervisory control and data acquisition SCADA/telemetry system
- Ensure provision of 24 hour emergency response to address faults and failures for Treatment plant ,reservoirs and pumping stations
- Supervise the maintenance and operation of the water supply treatment assets in accordance with Council's Policies and Procedures so as to meet Council's objectives as set out in Council's Management Plan
- Supervise your team and their duties ensuring that individual accountabilities and performance are monitored and achieved
We are in search of a highly motivated and proactive professional who brings a wealth of demonstrated experience in Water systems. As team player, you don't just fit into a collaborative environment; you enhance it. Your positive attitude, willingness to share knowledge and proactive approach contribute to a thriving team culture. You understand the importance of collective efforts and are committed to fostering an atmosphere where every team member feels valued.
Exceptional communication, your ability to convey ideas clearly, engage effectively with team members will be instrumental to your success.. Your hands-on approach sets the tone for the team, inspiring others through your commitment, resilience and ability to navigate challenges.
If you are ready to bring your expertise, communication skills and positive leadership qualities to a role where you can make a significant impact, we invite you to join us in shaping the future of our community's water systems.
TO BE SUCCESSFUL IN THIS ROLE
- Certificate IV Water Operations (Treatment)
- Solid experience in supervision of water or sewage treatment plants including associated staff
- Demonstrates competency in computer operation and data entry
- Experience in telemetry operations
- Class C drivers licence
- Fluoride course and Chlorine gas handling certificate/training
- Attractive annual salary ranging from $89,324 to $103,808 plus 11% superannuation
- Enjoy a 38-hour workweek and a 9-day fortnight
- Thrive within the collaborative and supportive environment of the Council's team, immersed in a welcoming company culture
- Generous leave provisions to support your work-life balance
- Prioritise your health and wellbeing with access to discounted gym memberships through Fitness Passport, a comprehensive wellbeing program, the opportunity to engage with colleagues via our social club, annual flu vaccinations, and confidential assistance provided by our employee assistance (EAP) program
- Experience the benefits of our salary packaging options, allowing you to maximize your earnings and financial flexibility
This position requires a pre employment health assessment. Please refer to the attached document for the physical requirements of the position.
Closing Date: 9am Monday 8 January 2024
Enquiries: Water and Sewer Treatment Engineer - 0436 618 227
Please note that Council will be closed from 5pm Friday 22 December 2023 reopening at 9am Monday 8 January 2024.
The Water and Sewer Treatment Engineer is contactable by phone during this period however all other forms of correspondence will be not monitored until Monday 8 January 2024.
ABOUT US
We are Dubbo Regional Council, a large regional Council servicing a growing community of over 55,000 people. Our team consisting of 600 team members working across a diverse range of areas including planning, infrastructure, community and cultural services, administration, economic development, corporate business and recreational services.
Our focus is on delivering high quality services, strengthening our community engagement and strategic management capabilities, building an organisation based on performance and continuous improvement whilst creating a values based organisational culture and developing a professional and engaged team that delivers on our shared values; Progressive, Sustainable, One Team and Integrity.
Dubbo Regional Council is part of Wiradjuri Country and we acknowledge all clan groups that reside within the Dubbo and Wellington Wiradjuri Nation. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion.
HOW TO APPLY
- If this role sounds like you, we would love to hear from you, simply click apply now!
- Please fill out the questions in the application page below.
- On the following page you will have the opportunity to attach your resume and copies of applicable qualifications.
- Please note that once you start to complete your online application you cannot save it and return to it later. We would recommend that you create your answers in a separate document (e.g. word) then copy your answers into this page when you're ready.
- A panel will assess all applications for suitability against the essential criteria for the position. Once completed, an interview, skills assessment or task and reference checks may be undertaken. All candidates will be notified of the outcome via the email address you supply as part of your application.
