Job Opportunity:
We are seeking a skilled professional to fill the position of Water Treatment Specialist.
Key Responsibilities:
* Operate and maintain water treatment facilities to ensure safe and compliant production and distribution of potable water.
* Perform routine maintenance, record keeping, and inspection/reporting to support water treatment operations.
* Monitor plant inventories for chemicals, consumables, and spares.
* Conduct process sampling and testing to scrutinize plant performance.
* Escalate abnormal trends to the supervisor.
* Work collaboratively as an active team member of the water treatment team.
* Develop, improve, and follow operational practices to maximize plant efficiency and ensure safe and compliant production and distribution of potable water.
* Carry out the production of potable water for distribution across the complex and assist in this distribution, including monitoring, dosing, flushing, and emergency response when required.
* Collaborate with technical experts to identify and resolve complex or unusual plant issues.
* Develop strong relationships with stakeholders to ensure effective communication and address evolving needs and issues.
* Participate in an on-call roster to support the ongoing 24-hour operation of the water treatment facility.
Requirements:
* Certificate III in Water Industry Operations or relevant trade qualifications, or relevant experience in the operation and maintenance of water treatment processes.
* Previous experience working with aspects of water quality management systems (Quality Assurance Plans, drinking water management plans, etc.) and/or maintenance management systems (SAP, etc.).
* Knowledge of Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and chemical hazards.
* Recognized proficiency with chemical handling, storage, and dosing systems.
* Strong knowledge of water quality requirements as they relate to potable water.
* Demonstrated ability in the use of computer applications, with experience in the use of SCADA and Telemetry Systems.
* A current Driver's Licence.
Desirable Criteria:
* Relevant high-risk licenses, including forklift and EWP.
* Experience in confined spaces and working at heights.
* An understanding of the Australian Drinking Water Guidelines.
* SOUND WORKING KNOWLEDGE OF SCIENTIFIC FIELD AND LABORATORY EQUIPMENT AND TECHNIQUES.
* Demonstrated competence operating advanced water treatment processes.