Production Officer Level 2 - North West Hub

Sydney Water; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 87,000 - 118,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration

Hybrid work environment

Continuous professional growth

Wellbeing support program

Private health insurance discounts

Parental leave & childcare support

Fitness Passport

Novated leasing

Job summary

Sydney Water is seeking a hands-on Production Officer to operate and maintain wastewater treatment assets, meeting licence and efficiency targets. You will report to the Northwest Hub Manager and contribute to essential environmental protection and recycled water provision for the community.

Based at the North West Treatment Hub with sites in Castle Hill, Riverstone and Rouse Hill, you will handle office and outdoor tasks while collaborating with diverse stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Trade qualifications (electrician / instrumentation specialist or mechanical) or qualifications in engineering / science or equivalent experience.
• Current driver’s license and own vehicle with flexibility to travel within hub locations.
• Ability to commit to a rotating roster including day shifts, after hours standby and weekend roster.
• Experience in production or manufacturing within Water / Wastewater industry is highly advantageous.
• Computer skills, basic knowledge of Microsoft Office and comfortable learning customised software package.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain the plants in all conditions, aligned with safety and quality frameworks.
• Undertake daily water quality testing and adjust process control parameters.
• Contribute to prioritisation of maintenance and renewals.
• Execute on-site process and asset checks using systems and procedures.
• Manage onsite safety and works coordination with safety procedures.

Skills

Electrical trade

Instrumentation

Mechanical

Driver's license

Rotating roster

Office software

Education

Engineering or science qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

• 12 month fixed term contract at NW Hub
• Opportunities for after-hours project overtime and on-call allowances
• EA Level 9 - 35 hour week - $102,697.59 + super

Are you a hands on and practical problem solver with an interest in working in the water industry? This is an exciting opportunity to join the team at Sydney Water, operating and maintaining our water treatment assets in a truly diverse and interesting role. No two days are the same!

About the Role

As a Production Officer you will be responsible for the best practice safe operation and maintenance of Wastewater treatment assets to meet EPA Environmental Licence conditions requirements, whilst meeting customer expectations and efficiency targets.

Reporting to the Northwest Hub Manager, you will make a real difference through providing essential Environmental Protection and recycled water to the community. This position includes a diverse range of accountabilities including office and outdoor activities while working with a varied group of stakeholders. You will based be in the North West Treatment Hub, working in Castle Hill, Riverstone and Rouse Hill facilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain the plants in all conditions, in alignment with Water Resource Recovery and Sydney Water frameworks including health and safety requirements, quality and information management protocols, incident response and business continuity frameworks
• Undertake daily water quality testing and adjust process control parameters
• Contribute to the prioritisation of maintenance and renewals.
• Execute on-site process and asset checks using available systems, processes and procedures
• Manage onsite safety and works coordination through implementation of safety procedures including, Permit to Work, Lock Out Tag and Flow Isolation / Flow Management

About You

• Trade qualifications (electrician / instrumentation specialist or mechanical) or qualifications in engineering / science or equivalent experience
• Current driver’s license and your own vehicle with flexibility to travel across various locations within your hub
• The ability to commit to working on a rotating roster, inclusive of day shifts, after hours standby and weekend roster
• Experience in production or manufacturing within Water / Wastewater industry is highly advantageous
• Computer skills, basic knowledge of Microsoft Office and comfortable learning customised software package

Applications close Thursday 29th October at 11.59 AEST

We support you throughout the application process and can provide adjustments where required. For more information, please contact Marc Evans, Talent Acquisition Partner at [e-mail]

Please refer to the JOB PROFILE for full role accountabilities.

• Competitive Remuneration: We'll ensure your skills and contributions are recognised and rewarded.
• Hybrid Work Environment: A flexible balance of office collaboration and remote working.
• Continuous Professional Growth: Access to leadership and development programs to support your career.
• 24/7 Wellbeing Support: Free and confidential wellbeing services for you and your family through our Employee Assistance Program.
• Discounted Private Health Insurance: Access affordable health cover options.
• Family First: Up to 18 weeks paid parental leave and childcare support benefits.
• Fitness Passport: Access to a wide network of gyms and aquatic centres across NSW.
• Novated Leasing: Flexible vehicle financing options to support your lifestyle.

As part of the application process, Sydney Water will be collecting your personal information to assess your suitability for the role. Your personal information may also be used to establish a Dayforce talent profile. Your personal information will be collected in accordance with Dayforce’s Terms and privacy policy and Sydney Water’s privacy collection statement – recruitment. Please note as part of the application process, you will be asked to undergo background checks which include a criminal history check.