Assistant Team Leader / Plant Operator Water Quality

Douglas Shire Council; Douglas Shire; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Douglas Shire Council is seeking an Assistant Team Leader Water Quality to support day-to-day operations of water treatment plants and water supply schemes in Mossman and Port Douglas. The role ensures compliance with the Drinking Water Quality Management Plan and assists the Team Leader with problem-solving, purchasing and stock control.

Ideal candidates will have a Certificate III in Water Treatment Operations, a C class Driver’s Licence, and strong teamwork and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Must have Certificate III in Water Treatment Operations.
• Secondary education to Year 10 or equivalent.
• Current C class Driver’s Licence is required.
• Extensive knowledge of water treatment plant processes.
• Basic mathematics and chemistry understanding applied to operations.
• Ability to perform basic laboratory procedures.
• Experience with spreadsheet software required.
• Hands-on problem solving approach and practical mindset.
• Good written and verbal communication.
• Ability to motivate others and build a strong team.
• Proven ability to liaise with staff and management to achieve positive outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day operations of water treatment plants, drinking water and non-potable water schemes.
• Ensure compliance with Drinking Water Quality Management Plan and relevant standards.
• Assist Team Leader Water Quality with problem-solving, purchasing, stock control and ongoing operational needs.

Skills

Water treatment knowledge

Mathematics & Chemistry understanding

Laboratory procedures

Written & verbal communication

Team leadership & interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Liaison with staff & management

Motivate others

Positive outlook

Education

Certificate III in Water Treatment Operations

Secondary education to Year 10

Tools

Spreadsheet software

C-class Driver's Licence

Job description

The Assistant Team Leader Water Quality supports the day-to-day operations of Council’s water treatment plants, drinking water and non-potable water supply schemes, reservoirs and pumping stations.

The position ensures compliance with the Drinking Water Quality Management Plan and relevant water quality standards, while assisting the Team Leader Water Quality with operational problem-solving, continuous improvement, purchasing, stock control and other ongoing operational requirements.

Full position details, including required qualifications and key responsibilities and duties for the role are outlined in the attached position description.

About You

Our ideal candidate will have:

• Current Certificate III in Water Treatment Operations.
• Secondary education to Year 10.
• Current C class Drivers Licence.
• An extensive knowledge of water treatment plant processes.
• Demonstrated understanding of basic mathematics and chemistry in the application of the job.
• Demonstrated ability to perform basic laboratory procedures relative to monitoring plant operational process.
• Demonstrated ability to work with spreadsheet software programs.
• A common-sense, hands-on approach to the resolution of problems.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Good ability to motivate others and build a strong team.
• Proven ability to liaise with staff and management and achieve positive outcomes.
• Exemplary leadership and interpersonal skills and a positive outlook.

Mossman Administration Building
64-66 Front St, Mossman, QLD 4873

Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 8.30am to 4pm
*Closed on public holidays

Port Douglas Community Hall
13-29 Mowbray St, Port Douglas QLD 4877