Field Dam & Catchment Network Ranger

Hunter Water Corporation; Newcastle; On-site; AUD 83,000 - 102,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Additional Public Holidays

Carers Leave

Parental Leave (14 weeks)

Fitness passport

Employee Assistance program

Discounted health fund and health care

Job summary

Hunter Water Corporation is seeking a Network Ranger to support the inspection and reporting of dam safety activities at its two main dams and detention basins. The role covers surveillance, maintenance across catchments and depots, and may require overnight stays during significant rain events.

Based at Tomago Depot with flexibility to work across the area of operations. The position requires working outside normal hours, weekend roster participation, and on-call availability for incident

Qualifications

• Class C Drivers licence
• Construction Induction Card
• Current CPR/Emergency First Aid training
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively both in teams and independently
• Experience in off-road driving and ability to operate 4WD vehicles safely
• Experience interpreting basic plans and maps
• Knowledge of Hunter Waters area of operations
• Experience working within WHS, Environmental and Quality Management systems
• Intermediate computer skills including MS Office
• Excellent communication skills and ability to engage with a broad range of stakeholders
• General Boat Licence and ability to navigate a vessel
• Experience in Dam safety compliance and water storage systems
• Experience in water or wastewater network operations/maintenance

Responsibilities

• Completing routine Dam Safety Inspections and submit necessary reports.
• Patrolling, surveillance and reporting within catchment for weeds, feral animals, unauthorised access.
• Routine monitoring of catchment parameters and condition assessments for assets.
• Operate machinery including tractor, forklift, mower.
• Grounds maintenance and upkeep of public amenities.
• Assist with bushfire management and incident response.
• Coordinate with public and external stakeholders and supervise subcontractors.
• Participation in weekend roster and on-call for incidents.
• Overtime and/or after-hours callouts as required.
• Site safety inspections and reporting issues.
• Assist in maintenance of pumping stations and assets.

Job description

Hunter Water Corporation is seeking a Network Ranger to support the inspection and reporting of dam safety activities at its two main dams and detention basins. The role covers surveillance, maintenance across catchments and depots, and may require overnight stays during significant rain events.

Based at Tomago Depot with flexibility to work across the area of operations. The position requires working outside normal hours, weekend roster participation, and on-call availability for incident