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Water & wastewater operator - senior or operator level

Tamworth
Careers at Council
Posted: 1 April
Offer description

Uralla, New South Wales

$61,000 - $82,000 depending on skills and experience

Description

Are you looking for a rewarding career in water and wastewater operations? We have exciting opportunity in our Water and Wastewater team for an Operator or Senior Operator to join our team. Whether you’re an experienced professional, or looking to grow your skills, we have a role for you!

About the RoleThe primary purpose of this position is to assist with the operation and maintenance of Council's water and wastewater treatment systems, networks, and equipment to ensure compliance with health, environmental, and customer service standards.

Key Aspects Of The Role Include

Manual labour and operation of mobile and fixed plant & equipmentWorking in confined spaces, at heights, and over waterExposure to electrical hazards and sewage (including clearing wastewater chokes and working at treatment plants)Participation in call-out rotations, weekend, and public holiday workFlexibility to work from any location within the Uralla Shire Council area

For further information, please see the position descriptions, linked below.

What We’re Looking For

We seek candidates who are reliable, punctual, and enthusiastic about joining our Water & Wastewater team. Essential qualities include:

Ability to follow directions and work well in a teamCommitment to safe work practicesPhysical fitness to meet the demands of the role

Available Position

Senior Water & Wastewater Operator - Click here for Position DescriptionLead operations, mentor team members, and ensure compliance with safety and environmental standards.Annual salary range - $70,180 to $82,482 + Super depending on skills and experience.
or

Water & Wastewater Operator - Click here for Position DescriptionOperate and maintain water and wastewater treatment systems, ensuring high-quality service delivery.Annual salary range - $61,880 to $72,711 + Super depending on skills and experience.
Plus

Sign-On Bonus: $5,000Retention Bonus: $5,000 (paid annually as lump sum - subject to performance)Market Loading: $5,000 (paid hourly, subject to satisfactory performance)

What We Offer

This is a fantastic opportunity to work with a dynamic Council!

9 Day FortnightOngoing training and developmentSupportive team environmentAccess to our Employee Assistance ProgramAnnual legislated Award increasesLong service leave after 5 years (with ability to transfer sick and long service leave entitlements to other NSW Councils)Employee Recognition Program

About Uralla Shire Council

Uralla Shire Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and values the unique contributions of all people. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and people with a disability are encouraged to apply.

Council recognises the unique skills and attributes demonstrated by service personnel in their service to our country and applications from ex-service personnel are welcome. The Local Government Rank to Grade Guide was developed to help both hiring managers and veterans understand how ADF skills and experience align with public sector jobs. You can use this guide as a tool to help you identify where your skills and qualifications align you to. For further information, and to access this guide, please click Here.

For further information about our Council, please review the Prospective Candidate Information Brochure.

How To Apply

Please read up on our recruitment process by clicking HerePlease complete your application Here.On the following page you will have the opportunity to attach your resume and any supporting note that once you start to complete your online application you can 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.Once you have submitted your application, you should receive email acknowledgement that it has been received. If you do not receive this acknowledgement please check your junk or spam boxes and contact applicants will be contacted via email

Applications that do not address the selection criteria will not be considered.

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