Water & Wastewater Operator’s Assistant

Description:

Water & Wastewater Operator’s Assistant
About the Business
South Burnett Regional Council is one of the largest employers within the region, with offices and depots located in Kingaroy, Nanango, Wondai, Murgon, Proston and Blackbutt.
Council recognises our key role we play within the community and the services we provide to our ratepayers & public members. We understand our duty to provide excellent customer service at the forefront of all our processes and services, to all stakeholders.
Council is comprised of three (3) Departments: Executive Services, Finance & Liveability, and Infrastructure. These Departments consist of multiple branches to ensure we provide efficient services and accurate information to our community. We believe our staff are our greatest asset in achieving objectives. With approximately 330 employees, Council takes a proactive approach towards recruitment and retention of high-calibre employees.
Further our commitment to our staff we pride ourselves on developing our staff members through our learning and development policy and procedure. Annual Employee Development Reviews are undertaken to ensure our staff are continuously developing.
Council is committed to providing a workplace that is safe and without risk to the health and safety of all employees, contractors, volunteers, work-experience students, visitors, and members of the public. We have adopted a Zero Harm Strategy to promote safety within the organisation. We recognise the importance of developing and maintaining healthy and safe working conditions in all workplaces and the importance of keeping the work health and safety practices in these workplaces under constant review.
South Burnett Regional Council are committed to establishing a harmonious and sustainable workforce. This is achieved by adhering to equitable recruitment practices and equal opportunity regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, disability, or sexual orientation.
About the Region
The South Burnett Region is ideally situated just 2 - 3 hours' drive to Brisbane, Toowoomba, Sunshine Coast and Fraser Coast. The region is home to the stunning Bunya Mountains, where you can enjoy spectacular rainforest walks, nights by the fire in hidden chalets and the best scenic views Queensland has to offer. The South Burnett region is renowned for its great wine, gourmet foods and recreational facilities such as Lake Boondooma and Yallakool tourist parks.
About the roles
Based in Kingaroy
Permanent Full Time
$61K- $68K per annum + Allowances + Super
Council is seeking a team member to assist with the operation, maintenance, construction and repair of water & wastewater infrastructure, including but not limited to treatment plants, reservoirs, pump stations & reticulation networks. This position will assist with the monitoring & analysis of treatment process parameters, including chemical dosing & water/ effluent quality. The successful applicant will have previous experience operating water & wastewater treatment systems, pump stations, distribution systems & equipment, as well as analytical skills to measure, record and collect water samples in accordance with legislative & industry standards.
Additional Factors
Participation in after hours and weekend work is a requirement of this position
Level of fitness required to undertake a broad range of physical tasks
Working outdoors in hot conditions
Immunisation injections will be required for this position (Tetanus, Hepatitis A and B)
Mandatory Qualifications
Minimum requirement of a current C Class driver’s licence
General Safety Induction for Construction Worker Certification (White Card).
Desirable Qualifications
Certificate III in Water and Wastewater (Treatment) or other equivalent field (e.g., Plumbing, Water Operations).
A Trade qualification (Fitter, Plumbing).
Benefits and perks
Work/Life balance (9 Day Fortnight Roster)
Up to 12% employer superannuation contribution
Access to Salary Packaging Benefits
Access to Corporate memberships
Access to Health and Wellbeing programs
Skills and experience
**Please address the following key selection criteria items below, as part of your application**
Previous experience operating water and wastewater treatment systems, pump stations and distribution systems with the knowledge to perform in a technical field.
Experience performing general labouring duties including the capacity to operate plant/equipment within a water and wastewater maintenance and construction environment.
Sound analytical skills with the ability to measure, record and collect water samples in accordance with legislative and industry standards.
Well-developed numeracy, literacy and communication skills.
Ability to work effectively alone and also in a team environment.
Lodging your application
Please make sure your application includes:
A cover letter including statements addressing the key selection criteria.
Current resume.
Copies of your tickets, licences and qualification that are listed on the position description.
For further information and to review the selection criteria and position description, please visit: https://www.southburnett.qld.gov.au/homepage/98/jobs-and-careers
Applications close 4:00pm Friday, 23 May 2025
Applicants must have the right to live and work in Australia to apply.
For further information please contact People and Culture on (07) 4189 9100.