We are seeking a self-motivated individual to join Council’s Water Reclamation team to assist in the day-to-day operations and running of the sewage treatment plants around Wagga Wagga and surrounding towns.
1. One (1) permanent position available.
2. Remuneration package of $2,422.82 gross per fortnight with the opportunity to progress to $2,907.38 gross per fortnight + superannuation.
3. Access to Council’s nine (9) day fortnight arrangement.
4. Ongoing training and development opportunities.
5. Generous leave entitlements.
In this role, you will provide assistance to the Water Reclamation Operator (Rural) and team, to achieve high quality maintenance and day-to-day operation of Council’s sewage treatment plants including effluent reuse, bio-solids management and associated infrastructure services.
Key responsibilities of this role include but are not limited to:
6. Assisting in the operation and maintenance of Council’s sewage treatment plants at Forest Hill; Mangoplah; Collingullie; Uranquinty and Tarcutta, ensuring the facilities reflect industry best practice and comply with environmental legislative requirements.
7. Provide support at the Bomen Industrial Sewage Treatment Facility, Narrung Street and Kooringal Sewage Treatment Plants as required.
8. Undertake numerous general maintenance duties of all sewage treatment plant grounds.
9. Undertake cleaning of the sewage treatment plant process units.
As the successful applicant, you will hold the following:
10. Current Class C Driver’s Licence;
11. General Construction Induction Certificate (White Card); and
12. AQF3 Chemical Accreditation (Desirable).
Demonstrated experience in the following:
13. Mowing and whipper snipper operation including mowing with a tractor or 4WD Kubota F3690 mower (or similar);
14. Chemical application and weed control including operation of boom and spot sprayer; and
15. Pressure cleaner and blower operation.
In accordance with Work Health and Safety legislation, the successful applicant is required to be vaccinated for Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B and Q-Fever and will be asked to provide evidence of this.
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