Supervisor Networks and Projects

South Burnett Regional Council; South Burnett Regional; On-site; AUD 81,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9 Day Fortnight

Up to 12% employer superannuation

Salary Packaging Benefits and Health &

Job summary

South Burnett Regional Council in Murgon seeks a Supervisor to lead water and wastewater maintenance works for reticulation. You will supervise teams, perform labouring duties to construct and repair mains, lay pipework and install meters, and respond to customer requests while operating plant and equipment.

The role requires substantial experience in water supply and sewerage operations, strong leadership, and the ability to plan and coordinate day-to-day maintenance programs to meet service

Qualifications

• Leadership capability to supervise effective work teams.
• High level knowledge of water supply and sewerage operations.
• Ability to develop and redefine works programs to meet targets.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate water and wastewater maintenance works for reticulation.
• Labouring duties to construct and repair mains, lay pipework, meters.
• Respond to customer requests and operate plant/equipment.
• Plan, prioritise and implement day-to-day maintenance programs.
• Oversee maintenance of public amenities, parks and open spaces.

Skills

Leadership

Water & wastewater ops

Program planning

Problem solving

Education

Certificate III in Water and Wastewater (Operations or Treatment)

Job description

South Burnett Regional Council is one of the largest employers within the region, with offices and depots located in Kingaroy, Nanango, Wondai, Murgon, Proston and Blackbutt.

Council recognises our key role we play within the community and the services we provide to our ratepayers & public members. We understand our duty to provide excellent customer service at the forefront of all our processes and services, to all stakeholders.

Council is comprised of three (3) Departments: Executive Services, Finance & Liveability, and Infrastructure. These Departments consist of multiple branches to ensure we provide efficient services and accurate information to our community. We believe our staff are our greatest asset in achieving objectives. With approximately 330 employees, Council takes a proactive approach towards recruitment and retention of high-calibre employees.

Further our commitment to our staff we pride ourselves on developing our staff members through our learning and development policy and procedure. Annual Employee Development Reviews are undertaken to ensure our staff are continuously developing.

Council is committed to providing a workplace that is safe and without risk to the health and safety of all employees, contractors, volunteers, work-experience students, visitors, and members of the public. We have adopted a Zero Harm Strategy to promote safety within the organisation. We recognise the importance of developing and maintaining healthy and safe working conditions in all workplaces and the importance of keeping the work health and safety practices in these workplaces under constant review.

South Burnett Regional Council are committed to establishing a harmonious and sustainable workforce. This is achieved by adhering to equitable recruitment practices and equal opportunity regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, disability, or sexual orientation.

About the Region

The South BurnettRegion is ideally situated just 2 - 3 hours' drive to Brisbane, Toowoomba, Sunshine Coast and Fraser Coast. The region is home to the stunning Bunya Mountains, where you can enjoy spectacular rainforest walks, nights by the fire in hidden chalets and the best scenic views Queensland has to offer. The South Burnett region is renowned for its great wine, gourmet foods and recreational facilities such as Lake Boondooma and Yallakool tourist parks.

About the role

Based in Murgon

Permanent - Full Time

$81K - $85K per annum + Allowances + Super

Council is seeking a Supervisor to lead work teams and coordinate the operation of Councils Water and Wastewater maintenance works for reticulation. This role involves undertaking labouring duties to construct and repair broken water mains, prepare work sites, lay pipework and install or replace water meters. The position will also be responsible for responding to customer requests and operating a range of plant/equipment, plan, prioritise, coordinate and implement work programs and the day to-day maintenance operations for the team, this includes overseeing the maintenance of public amenities, parks, landscapes and open space. The successful applicant will possess substantial experience and knowledge of water supply, sewerage operations with a good understanding of current standards. Demonstrated leadership capability, the ability to manage competing priorities and coordinate multiple teams, together with strong communication and computer skills, are essential.

Mandatory Qualifications

Certificate III in Water and Wastewater (Operations or Treatment) or other equivalent field (e.g., Plumbing) with relevant experience and competence to perform the duties.

Minimum requirement of a current C Class driver’s licence

General Safety Induction for Construction Worker (White Card)

Benefits and perks

• Work/Life balance (9 Day Fortnight Roster)
• Up to 12% employer superannuation contribution
• Access to Salary Packaging Benefits, Corporate memberships and Health and Wellbeing programs

Skills and experience

**Please address the following key selection criteria items below, as part of your application**

• 1.Demonstrated leadership capability, including the supervision of effective work teams.
• 2.High level of technical and operational knowledge of water supply and sewerage operations and associated maintenance activities.
• 3. Ability to develop, implement and re-define works programs and annual service plans to meet corporate objectives and targets.
• 4. A good understanding of current standards, processes and procedures as they relate to water and wastewater.
• 5. Ability to act independently and solve problems quickly and decisively at all times, exercising good judgements and technical skills.

For further information and to review the selection criteria and position description, please visit: https://www.southburnett.qld.gov.au/homepage/98/jobs-and-careers

Applicants must have the right to live and work in Australia to apply.

For further information please contact People and Culture on (07) 4189 9***.