What We Offer
At Banana Shire Council, we are committed to fostering a workplace culture that values work-life balance, professional development, and the well-being of our employees. You'll enjoy access to a range of benefits.
Superannuation, salary packaging and relocation assistance are available for this role.
About the Role
Banana Shire Council is seeking a talented and dedicated Assistant Treatment Plant Operator, to join our team. In this full-time role, you will be responsible for assisting with the operation and maintenance of Council's treatment plants in accordance with legislative requirements and Council Policies.
What you'll be doing
* Assist with the operation, maintenance and repair of water supply and sewerage infrastructure including swimming pools, reservoirs, bores, pump stations and chlorination facilities
* Assist with the monitoring of treatment process parameters, including chemical and dosing requirements
* Collect samples for analysis and undertake routine analysis
* Respond promptly to operational changes to ensure continuity of supply of treated water/wastewater to defined standards
* Detect and report changes in water/wastewater treatment which may affect quality, distribution and supply to the Supervisor
* Respond to enquiries to internal and external customers promptly and professionally
* Assist with the maintenance of log sheets, asset records and monthly reports
* Update Council's state-wide water information management system (SWIMs) with operational tasks and test results
* Utilise the SCADA/Telemetry network and associated equipment to monitor key operational parameters and respond to alarms/exceedances accordingly
* Undertake stocktakes of consumable supplies and advise supervisor of relevant stock levels
* Ensure safe use and storage of dangerous goods (eg. Chlorine, hydrochloric acid)
* Assist with the enforcement of water restrictions
* Operate within Council's Drinking Water Quality Management and Recycled Water Management Plans
* Assist in the supervision of contractors and other employees as required
What we're looking for
Queensland class 'C' driver's licence (minimum requirement – provisional
General Safety Induction (Construction Industry) Certification (White Card)
Commitment to continuous improvement and a willingness to learn and adapt.
If this exciting opportunity aligns with your skills and passions, we encourage you to apply now
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* You will need to have the right to work in Australia in order to proceed with your application.
* This position may be filled before the closing date of this advertisement.
* Please note that no accommodation is available for this position.
Got questions and would like to know more? Reach out to the Human Resources team today