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First listed on: 23 November 2015
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Water & Sewer Technician
“A Caring Community in a Unique Environment with a Prosperous Future”
Snowy River Shire Council is situated in the South East corner of New South Wales in the heart of the Snowy Mountains. 150 km south of Canberra, close to the Ski Fields and the South Coast, the area boasts fantastic year-round outdoor recreation with a rural lifestyle.
Snowy River Shire Council is situated in the South East corner of New South Wales in the heart of the Snowy Mountains. 150 km south of Canberra, close to the Ski Fields and the South Coast, the area boasts fantastic year-round outdoor recreation with a rural lifestyle.
The Position
You will be responsible for the installation, maintenance and operation of water and sewerage schemes within Snowy River Shire including water and sewer mains, pump stations, reservoirs and treatment plants. As part of this role you will need to demonstrate a commitment to customer service, Council’s WHS policy in the workplace and compliance with relevant licences and legislation. Responding to emergency call outs and completion of necessary administrative duties also form part of the responsibilities of the position.
Selection Criteria
Qualifications and Experience:
- Minimum two years experience in water and sewerage
- Construction Induction White Card
- Wastewater Treatment Certificate (NSW DPI Training Level 1 and 2)
- NSW Department of Health Fluoride Operators Certificate
- Water Treatment Plant Operator Certificate or commenced training
- Certificate of competency in Excavator operation
- First Aid Certificate
- Current valid NSW Class 1 Drivers Licence - ongoing employment is conditional on maintaining this Licence
Essential:
- Knowledge of Operation and Maintenance of Treatment Plants
- Basic computer skills and knowledge of Radio telemetry (use of pager, lap top computer)
- Ability to utilise pipeline construction skills for the laying of water and sewer mains
- Demonstrate analytical and problem solving techniques
- Completed and/ or prepared to undertake confined spaces training courses including refreshers on a biannual basis
- Physically fit to complete all aspects of the position
Desirable:
- Ability to maintain and service water and sewer pumps and similar type equipment
- Ability to work and participate in a team environment
- Commitment to work health and safety
- Demonstrate awareness of the environmental issues that relate to the works undertaken In the role
- Commitment to the improvement of work place practices and the introduction of new technology to improve productivity
- Ability to work as directed by Supervisor, according to Council’s prescribed practices and Code of Conduct, with or without supervision
- Driver Licence Class MR (Medium Rigid)
Remuneration
$27.39 p/h + Super – 76 hours over a nine day fortnight
Application Details
Expressions of Interest should be marked “Confidential Job Application” and sent to Human Resources Officer
Post: PO Box 143, Berridale NSW 2628 OR Email: jobs@snowyriver.nsw.gov.au
You will receive a receipt of application within 3 days if you don’t please contact Bronwyn Burbury on 6451 1124
SRSC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and enforces a safe and smoke free workplace.
We may request background checks.
For assistance in completing your application see ‘How to Apply’ on Council’s website
Applications close 13 December 2015Email: Please click the 'Apply Now' button below.
Job Summary
- Closing Date:
- 13 Dec 2015
- Location:
- NSW - Berridale
- Salary:
- $27.39 p/h + Super
- Work Type:
- Full Time
- Category:
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Plant Operations
Technical
Trades/Maintenance
Water Supply/Storage
Water Treatment