- Exciting opportunity for an experienced operator or someone with a keen interest to learn more about the water industry!
- Join a supportive and inclusive team
- Support the delivery of safe drinking water for our region
North East Water provides water and sewage services to over 110,000 people across 39 towns throughout north east Victoria. This position is primarily based in our Wangaratta Water Treatment Plant, and you will be a part of the ‘West’ team that covers the picturesque primary areas of Wangaratta, Benalla, and King Valley.
The Water Treatment Operator consistently undertakes water treatment tasks, ensuring smooth and efficient operations while minimising disruptions to deliver safe drinking water.
A snapshot of your day
- Undertake routine water quality sampling and basic lab testing.
- Maintain accurate water quality and chemical records.
- Undertake maintenance, inspections and checks on water treatment plants.
- Responding to alarms and water treatment plant faults.
- Monitor and operate water treatment plant processes and equipment.
- Adjust treatment processes and chemical dosing to maintain water quality standards.
- Support troubleshooting and problem solving on process, equipment and system issues.
- Carry out routine maintenance, cleaning and housekeeping across water treatment plants.
- Support an on-call roster from Tuesday to Tuesday every 4-5 weeks.
In this role you will have access to a diverse range of learning opportunities, allowing you to expand your knowledge and skills in the field of water treatment.
This role is a full-time ongoing opportunity, including a monthly RDO and flexible work options. The general hours of work are 7:30am to 4pm and once deemed competent, you will be required to participate in a seven-day on call roster every 4-5 weeks which operates from a Tuesday until the following Tuesday.
Key Selection Criteria
To be in consideration for this position please directly address in your application how you meet the following key selection criteria:
- Ability to problem solve and use critical thinking to solve practical challenges.
- Ability to accurately input data into systems.
- Demonstrated ability to act within an Occupational Health and Safety mindset.
- Experience in the water industry or experience in a position with a transferrable skill set i.e. treatment, sampling and testing, or similar.
- Certificate III in Water Treatment or equivalent is not required but an advantage. Willingness to obtain is essential (sufficient support will be provided North East Water).
We’re committed to creating a comfortable and inclusive environment for all candidates. If you require specific supports or modifications during the recruitment process, please contact hr@newater.com.au in advance so we can make any necessary adjustments.
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Applications, including statements against the key selection criteria, must be submitted via the above online application form before the closing date/time. Applications via email will not be accepted.
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