Address Northern Territory Government
JOB DESCRIPTION
Job Title Water and Sewer Reticulation Technician
Classification Trade Technical Position No. 27406
Job Type Full time Duration Ongoing
Business Unit Water Services Location Darwin
Reports to Water Reticulation Coordinator Reports to P/No. 13675
Power and Water values diversity in the workplace. Therefore, under an approved Special Measures Plan,
Special Measures: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander (Aboriginal) applicants will be given priority selection, provided they meet
all essential selection criteria and are suitable at the level commensurate with the position.
Information for Applications must be limited to a one-page summary sheet and an attached resume/cv. For further information
Applicants for applicants and example applications: click here
Information about If you accept this position, a detailed summary of your merit (including work history, experience, qualifications,
Selected skills, information from referees, etc.) will be provided to other applicants, to ensure transparency and better
Applicant’s Merit understanding of the reasons for decision. For further information: click here
PRIMARY OBJECTIVE
Contributes as a member of the Service Delivery team performing routine operation, maintenance and servicing of water, wasteWater and
recycled water reticulation systems across major and minor centres and remote communities in the Northern region.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
The “WHAT” to be delivered
Functional
Safely execute all works associated with the operation, maintenance, repair and/or replacement of Water and wastewater reticulation
assets utilising a range of tools and techniques
Undertake asset condition assessments inspections of the wastewater system utilising CCTV equipment and water leak detection
activities.
Capture all information required for work order close out, including all relevant asset information and record in approved system.
Perform duties in a professional manner, utilising skills, knowledge and experience to achieve appropriate outcomes in accordance
with Power and Water policy and procedures including the requirement to enter Confined Spaces and compliance to the Power and
Water Self Contained Breathing Apparatus and associated Facial Hair obligations.
Provide a high level of customer service through direct interaction and a positive relationship to represent the obligations of Power
and Water, participating in a routine on call roster to provide response to urgent after-hours system faults that may occur.
Participate as a proactive and valued member of the team to assist achievement of the team’s objectives, rotating through other
similar Water Services roles, both Water and Sewer, as part of trade technical development.
Leadership
Works collaboratively with others.
Delivers on commitments.
Able to communicate with different audiences.
Tries to understand change and is resilient in the face of change.
Safety and environment
Take all practicable steps to ensure your own safety, the safety of PWC staff and contractors, the public and their property.
Be aware of and seek to reduce the environmental impact of activities.
Customer
Seek to provide a high standard of customer service with timely responses to enquiries and service requests.
Quality
Understand and apply established processes and procedures, offering suggestions for improvement.
LAST UPDATED: February 2023 EMPLOYEE SIGNATURE: __________________________ DATE: ____________
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Job Description Northern Territory Government
COMPETENCY PROFILE
“HOW” to do it ( Manager of Self profile - refer to Power and Water’s Behavioural Competency Guide)
Ensures accountability Holding self and others accountable to meet commitments
Action orientated Taking on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy,
and enthusiasm.
Communicates effectively Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear
understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.
Customer Focus Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions.
Collaborates Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared
obligations.
Instils trust and values difference Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives
while recognising the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an
organisation.
Is resilient Rebounding from setbacks and adversity when facing difficult situations.
Self-development with self-awareness Actively seeking new ways to grow and be challenged using both formal and informal
development channels, using a combination of feedback and reflection to gain
productive insight into personal strengths and weaknesses.
MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES
No. of Direct Reports 0 No. of Indirect Reports 0
Key Interactions: External Stakeholders (as per Single Point of Accountability Standard), Board, Executive Leadership
Team, Senior Leader Group, All Employees, External Customers
COMPLIANCE
We expect you to:
Actively align, support and promote Power and Water’s Values and support building a constructive workplace culture that celebrates
achievement through its people.
Carry out duties in accordance with Power and Water’s Safety and Environmental policies and procedures, working towards our goal
of Zero Harm
Ensure all activities undertaken as a Power and Water employee comply with Power and Water’s Code of Conduct , Management
Standards and Procedures, relevant Acts, legal demands and that you manage all of your activities and responsibilities within the
Power and Water risk management framework.
Pass a job-specific pre-employment medical (if applicable)
SELECTION CRITERIA
Qualification and Skills Experience
Essential • An AQF Certificate lll in Water or Waste Water • Demonstrated knowledge and experience in the
Operations or relevant Trade Qualification with operation, maintenance and repair/replacement of
equivalent skills and knowledge. water, wasteWater and effluent reuse reticulation
Ability to work as a key player in a small team systems.
environment and foster positive working • Demonstrated experience at reading and
relationships across a culturally diverse range of understanding Water and wastewater maps and plans.
customers. • Knowledge and experience of Work Health Safety
Current NT Medium Rigid (MR) Class drivers’ licence (WHS) standards relating to the water industry
or the ability to obtain.
Desirable • Confine space entry, Breathing Apparatus, Working • Understands the use of Microsoft office suite of
at Heights products, record management systems such as Content
Manager, scheduling and asset maintenance systems
Installation and testing of Backflow Prevention such as Maximo.
Devices
FURTHER INFORMATION
1. Contact Cameron Briscoe on 0401 114 473 for further information about the position.
2. Information about Power and Water Corporation may be viewed at powerwater.com.au
3. The total remuneration package amounts published for this position include base salary, superannuation and annual leave loading
and annual leave.
4. An offer of appointment, promotion or transfer for this vacancy is subject to passing a job-specific pre-employment medical
examination.
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Job Description Northern Territory Government
Apply Online: Approved February 2024
https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/JobDetails?rtfId=289535
Vacancy Closes: 25/02/2024 Steven Vlahovic - Executive General Manager - Water Services
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