Supervisor - Treatment Technology (Dawson North)

Description:

Supervisor - Treatment Technology (Dawson North)
The Opportunity
To supervise the day to day operation of the treatment and bore facilities and the delivery of associated activities whilst leading the teams at nominated water supply and wastewater treatment facilities.
About Us
Banana Shire is situated in Central Queensland, Australia located 120 km west of the growing industrial city and port of Gladstone - and an easy drive to the city of Rockhampton.
Our population is approximately 15,000 people spread over 28,577 square kilometres. Major industries in the area include Coal Mining, Power Generation, Beef Production, dryland cropping and irrigation such as Lucerne and Cotton.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Provide technical advice and support to internal and external customers
Lead and mentor staff to promote an environment of interactive learning and development
Supervise the operation of Council’s water treatment facilities, wastewater treatment facilities and associated assets including bores, reservoirs and pump stations
Organise work programs, rosters and daily tasks for operational staff
Audit work tasks including SWIMs tasks and water tests to verify completion to appropriate standard
Ensure water and wastewater quality complies with standards nominated by Legislation, Acts, Australian Drinking Water Guidelines and Council Policies and Management Plans
Ensure treatment operational tasks are completed in a timely and cost effective manner
Ensure sampling programs are undertaken and analysis of specified parameters are completed
Ensure all tasks are completed in compliance with the relevant Standard Operating Procedure
Review and compile Standard Operating Procedures on a regular basis
Utilise the SCADA/Telemetry network and associated equipment to monitor key operational parameters and respond to alarms / exceedances accordingly and ensure regular calibration of equipment and meters is carried out
Assist with gathering data and preparation of reports to meet statutory reporting obligations of the Water Supply Regulator and QLD Health
Liaise with Council’s procurement team to source chemicals, materials and equipment from suppliers
Ensure safe use and storage of dangerous goods (eg. Chlorine, hydrochloric acid)
Ensure that projects and maintenance programs are delivered on time, to budget and in accordance with specified quality standards
Undertake condition assessments for water and sewerage treatment related assets, including pools
Ensure compliance with Council’s Drinking Water Quality Management and Recycled Water Management Plans
Undertake routine administrative tasks as required by the position eg. timesheets
Assist senior staff to continuously improve work processes and develop new practices as required
Participate in training, exercises and response to disaster management and recovery as required
Undertake other relevant duties as directed, consistent with skills, competence and training.
QUALIFICATIONS, EDUCATION AND LICENCE REQUIREMENTS
Compulsory
Queensland C class manual driver’s licence (minimum requirement – provisional licence)
Certificate III in Water Industry, or relevant equivalent qualification
ABILITIES, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED
Compulsory
Demonstrated knowledge and significant experience in the field of municipal water and wastewater treatment operations
Knowledge of relevant treatment operation legislative requirements
Supervisory skills
Ability to troubleshoot and resolve process issues
Computer skills (eg. MS Office and SCADA/Telemetry systems)
High level of interpersonal, oral and written communication skills
Customer service skills and experience
Sound understanding of and commitment to EEO and WHS principles and practices.
How to Apply
Information on how to apply is in our application package, which can be obtained from our website www.banana.qld.gov.au or by calling 07 4992 9500.
Applications close: 14 November 2024