• Working in a dynamic team enviroment
• Salary $66,211 - $76,805 p.a + 9.5% Super
• 38 hour week, 9 day fortnight

About the role

The Water and Sewer Branch is currently seeking an enthusiastic applicant for the role of Sewer Headworks Supervisor. The primary purpose of this position is to lead and participates in a team that undertakes the operation, inspection, maintenance and renewal works associated with the sewage treatment infrastructure. Ensures the treatment process, activities and final effluent comply with regulatory licence conditions and all the associated facilities are operated and maintained efficiently and in a safe manner.

About you

In addition to relevant experience within the water and sewer treatment industry and a recognised Certification IV qualification in Water and Sewer Industry Operations, the successful applicant will be an accountable team player with strong communication and interpersonal skills.

More specifically, responsibilities will include:

• Achieving best operating practices for all sewage treatment plants and applicable pumping stations.
• Supervising the regulatory sampling analysis program
• Leading and monitoring staff development and skills and a positive involvement in staff selection, performance and development.
• Coordinating Work, Health and Safety audits, site inductions and associated risk workshops are conducted within required timeframes.
• Monitoring operational and capital budgets for all sewage treatment areas as directed by the Sewer Coordinator

About us

Located in the Southern Highlands, Wingecarribee Shire Council is within comfortable travelling distance of Sydney, Canberra, the South Coast and the Illawarra. With four distinctive and stunning seasons combined with glorious countryside rich in biodiversity and appeal, it is an enviable lifestyle location.

To Apply

To apply for this position, please complete the online application process by submitting your resume and a covering letter. The Selection Criteria must be separately addressed within the covering letter.

Please note: the online process allows for 2 items to be uploaded i.e. Resume and Covering Letter.

Further information can be obtained by contacting Jonathan Hook, Manager Water & Sewer on 0428 643 993 or visit www.wsc.nsw.gov.au and click on “Careers @ Council”.

Only candidates with the right to work in Australia will be considered for the position.

Applications close Sunday 15 November 2015